This trip combines ziplining, waterfall rappelling and hiking along with optional swimming and cliff jumping as high as 25 feet. Canyoning is no longer just for die hard adventurers and expert climbers. Now, you have the opportunity to experience true canyoning even if you have never been in a harness.
After a 30-40 minute ride, you will arrive at the base to start the adventure. You will be fueled with an authentic Costa Rican meal and after you are done, you will hop in a 4×4 safari vehicle to drive up the mountain and get to our private reserve. Along the way, you will find interesting flora and enjoy the incredible views of the ocean and countryside. Once you arrive at the top, you will be outfitted with your safety gear and instructed on the proper use of the equipment. After 2 short ziplines over the river, you will do a dry training rappel to familiarize you with the proper technique. A short hike down river and you will have some optional swimming and cliff jumping opportunities, followed by 4 rappels through the waterfalls. After a short climb up, you will exit the canyon and hike for around 15-20 minutes back to the truck.
Fun for the whole family – we have taken people from ages 7 – 78 on this exciting excursion. All you need is a little sense of adventure! If you have any physical limitations that you are unsure of, please contact us to see if this is an issue or not. The hike out, while steep, is on a decent trail and is only a ¼ mile.
- Duration: Approximately 5+ hours from pick up to drop off.
- Difficulty: Hard. This activity involves hiking, steps, and swimming and it is only recommended for people who have a sense of adventure.
- Days of operation: Everyday. Email us to double-check availability.
- Hours of operation: 7:00 am or 1:00 pm.
- What to bring: Quick drying clothes (long bottoms, t-shirt), closed-toed footwear with grip soles and water resistant, swimsuit, sunblock, insect repellent, towels, a change of clothes and shoes, extra cash. If you’re planning on bringing your camera or phone, we recommend having the device attached to your body and/or in a case that protects it from water, dust or mud. You will get wet and possibly dirty, keep this in mind when you are choosing your outfit.
- Restrictions: Maximum weight 250 lbs. Maximum waist circumference is 51 inches. No pregnant women. Children can join the tour under the parents’ acknowledgment of the possible complications of outdoor activities with younger participants. Not advised for people who are afraid of heights or who have vision or hearing impairments. Also not recommended for people with diabetes, hyperventilation, blood pressure ailments, heart or mobility issues, or who have undergone recent surgery.
- Includes: Tour guides, breakfast for morning tours or lunch for afternoon tours, and roundtrip transportation.
- Price: $99 per person. Minimum 2 people.
The dry season in Costa Rica usually starts around the end of November and ends in April-May. As a consequence, the water levels of rivers and waterfalls decrease noticeably due to the lack of rain. If you are interested in booking this tour during this particular period of time, please consider the change in the water levels before making your final decision.
*Transportation included in the Jaco, Herradura, Hermosa area. Transportation from Esterillos, Punta Leona or Villa Caletas is not included in the price but can be provided at an extra cost, email us for pricing.
