Top Central Valley Kayaking

From La Fortuna de San Carlos, experience the wildlife of the area from a raft, where your guide will point out all the animals. You’ll float along the Penas Blancas River, and learn all about the rainforest river ecosystem. This is approximately a 4-hour adventure, where pick up and drop off to your hotel is included for most hotels. Snacks and safety gear are provided.

Beginner kayakers are at ease on this Sarapiqui River kayaking tour. Roll over mild class I and II rapids on your way to wildlife watching zones along the river, which runs through a biodiverse section of the jungle. You might see tropical birds, wild orchids, and more as you follow your guide along the course.

Get onto the Penas Blancas River in La Fortuna with your naturalist guide and kayak for a half day and see all the wildlife you can, and then finish with a local ranch tour and snacks from the garden. You'll be picked up from your hotel, then taken to the river to look for crocodiles, lizards, sloths, and monkeys. Then get to the ranch for coffee, sugar cane, and chocolate.

Experience one of Costa Rica's most beautiful regions from the water on a kayaking tour of Lake Arenal. Learn basic paddling techniques from an instructor and guide before setting off on the calm man-made lagoon surrounded by rain forest. Enjoy amazing reviews of Arenal Volcano looming nearby, and look for migratory birds like kingfishers and flycatchers on the lake, plus howler monkeys swinging just offshore.

Personalized service, small groups, flexible start, wildlife spotting, kids and family friendly. Don't miss this once in a lifetime experience.

Get a taste of Costa Rica’s famed biodiversity without straying too far from the city with this all-access day pass to La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park. Featuring hiking trails through the cloud forest, cascading waterfalls, a rescued jungle cats educational program, and numerous specialty wildlife exhibits, La Paz Waterfall Gardens guarantees good fun for the whole family. This pass can be redeemed anytime during the park’s normal operating hours and is good for accessing all of the exhibits.

Enjoy a pleasant time kayaking on Lake Arenal with breath-taking views of the Arenal Volcano. Be sure to remember your camera because this 2.5-hour paddle on Central America’s second-largest lake gives you the best views of the behemoth Arenal Volcano and Costa Rican wildlife! The view is spectacular with the lake on one side of you, and the majestic Arenal Volcano and amazing lush rainforest on the other. We use high-quality kayaking gear like Ocean Kayak brand single and double kayaks, lifejacket and paddle. We start at the small town of Fosforo at our exclusive Pedal & Paddle Adventure Shop and get paddling instructions and a safety talk so you feel comfortable in your kayak. Explore the secluded bays and isolated islands along the lake. Return to our Pedal & Paddle Adventure Shop where you will have the chance to change into your dry clothes and to fuel up with a refreshing and well-deserved delicious snack. 

Exercise your mind and body in this unique paddling experience! ....................................

Explore the surroundings of the most authentic and epic scenarios that the  Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal have to offer. Combine two of the best activities in Arenal, Stand Up Paddle Lake Crossing and Mountain Biking all in one! Paddle across on Lake Arenal and ride your bike right next to the amazing Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal. Start your unforgettable voyage as you embark on our private boat loaded up with all the necessary gear to start your adventure. Paddle across Lake Arenal for 2.5 hours and its stunning environment. Make a short stop on a fascinating viewpoint that will leave you breathless. Finish your paddling right in front of our NEW Pedal & Paddle Adventure Store in the small town of El Foforos where you will have the chance to fuel up with a refreshing and well-deserved delicious snack before heading to your next adventurous Mountain Bike challenge. You will bike on a gravel road which stretches 24km crossing the Caño Negro river towards Rio Chiquito.

Soak up some of the very best views of Arenal Volcano from the water on a kayaking tour of Lake Arenal. It's a great way to get a different perspective of the famous peak while observing native Costa Rican plants and animals near the lakeshore. Beginners are welcome, as you’ll get a lesson in basic paddling techniques and safety before launching onto the lake with a guide.

Explore the surroundings of the most authentic and epic scenarios that the  Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal have to offer. Combine two of the best activities in Arenal, Stand Up Paddle Lake Crossing and Mountain Biking all in one as you head to Monteverde! Start your unforgettable voyage as you embark on our private boat loaded up with all the necessary gear. Make a short stop on a fascinating viewpoint that will leave you breathless. Paddle for 2.5 hours in this stunning adventure. Finish your paddling right in front of our NEW Pedal & Paddle Operations Store in the small town of El Foforos. Have a well-deserved delicious snack before heading to your Mountain Bike challenge. You will bike on a gravel road that stretches 24km crossing the Caño Negro river towards Rio Chiquito where our safe vehicles will be waiting for you to take you directly to Monteverde so you can fully relax and enjoy the ride. 

Personalized service, small groups, flexible start, wildlife spotting, kids and family friendly. Don't miss this once in a lifetime experience.

Go fishing by kayak on Lake Arenal during a half-day tour from La Fortuna that is ideal for serious anglers. Benefit from the expertise of your guide and the use of quality gear as your guide shows you the best fishing spots along the shoreline, and shares tips for catching three fish species found in this lake. Bonus: get great views of the Arenal Volcano on a clear day.

Navigate the rapids on this all-day guided whitewater experience in Costa Rica. Be ready to paddle down 6 miles (10 kilometers) of Class III rapids with a guide. Then, relax and float by kayak or raft along the quiet waters of the Peñas Blancas River. Surrounded by a rich ecosystem, you’ll be able to observe monkeys, birds, sloths, caimans, iguanas, and other creatures. The tour ends with a stop at the Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa for a refreshing dip.

This tour is a perfect combination between nature and relaxation. It is a perfect tour for those who wish to enjoy the arenal volcano area kayaking in the lake, its natural beauties and the famous Baldi hot springs. It is a completely private tour, with professional guides that will make you enjoy a wonderful day in places with a lot of magic and beauty. Your breath-taking, adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel and a relaxing private drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside on an air-conditioned transportation and recent model deluxe vehicle or minibus. You will be heading Fortuna Town, about 2.5 hours drive from San Jose. Upon arrival to the beautiful Arenal´s Lake you will meet your local tour guide who will show you the beauty of this amazing region and give instructions about the use of the kayak. After this experience, enjoy the beautiful Baldi Hot Springs, with multiple thermal pools and aquatic attractions.

KAYAKING  LESSONS  This is one of the most adventures tours you can find in Costa Rica but it requiere EXPERIENCE if not they can not doit because the level is 2-3 and you need EXPERIENCE to do it. Includes:  Transportations. lunch, walk in a organic farm, coffee, dessert and the equipment like kayak, life Jacket.....taxes are included. Departure: everyday at  09:00  Return: 14:00  NO included: gratuities... Driving time: 45 to 1 hour  Duration on the river: 2 hours  Note: to do this adventure you require. So please if you have any doubt you can always call or write us any question you have -  We are here to help you and remember this is going to be the biggest adventure in your vacations. Thank you and Pura Vida,

See the nature of Costa Rica from three different perspectives during a high-octane tour that combines kayaking and ziplining with a visit to a wildlife center. Designed with thrill seekers in mind, this tour lets you skip the hassle of arranging three separate activities by taking care of admission tickets and transfers between each location. Plus, exploring by kayak gives you access to parts of the coast that are usually unreachable.

Be on the lookout for howler monkeys, iguanas, and abundant birds life including king fishers, egrets, colorful flycatchers, and toucans. For you best chance to see the most birds, be sure to visit in the morning or late afternoon. The refreshing and deep water is perfect for swimming, stand up paddle boarding, and kayaking. You can also try your hand at fishing from our inflatable kayaks. The lake is filled with rainbow bass, tilapia, sardine, and local machaca, one of the most exciting and challenging freshwater fish to catch in all of Central America. Several small streams cascade into the lagoon creating a serene atmosphere you are sure to love.