Experience Costa Rica Paddling Trip
Join us for a week of paddling in beautiful Costa Rica!
January 28 - February 4, 2025
We are excited to announce that the 4Corners Paddle School is going international! In partnership with the Pacuare Outdoor Center (POC), we will be offering an instructional-focused paddling trip in beautiful Costa Rica.
During our 8 day vacation, we will explore three different rivers, paddle through stunning jungle canyons, all while improving your skills with two or more of our ACA Certified Instructors, plus world class POC guides to help show us down their favorite rivers. Our mission has always been to share our love paddling, and travel & exploration is a big part of that! Costa Rica is the perfect introduction (or next chapter) to the international paddling trip experience!
On top of paddling, you'll also get to experience the amazing local culture first hand with plenty of cultural immersion opportunities! We'll be staying at the on-river Pacuare Eco Lodge with the opportunity for other activities like the zip line, a tarzan swing, waterfall hikes, and maybe even a tropical hot spring!
All equipment is provided and is top quality, so no need to worry about how to get your gear down there or having to paddle old worn-out gear! We, as a company, have personally experienced this entire trip with POC and attest to it being top notch! Some of us have even gone several times now!
Participants should have completed our Level II course (or equivalent) OR must already be comfortable paddling Class II-III- in a kayak / IK / pack raft. However, if there are sections that you are not comfortable with, you will have the option to join a raft. Whitewater kayaks, packrafts, and guided rafts will be available. Your non-kayaking friend / partner / family member is also welcome to join, as long as they're comfortable being on a guided raft. Contact us for more info.
We invite you to join us on this exceptional paddling adventure in Costa Rica and discover your love for the river!
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Arrival to San Jose / Turrialba (Turrialtico Lodge)
Fly into San Jose before 2pm to meet the group and travel by bus to Turrialba. (Dinner only this day).Â
Day 2: Kayaking Pejibaye River - Class II/III - Stay @ Turrialtico Lodge
Kayaking or Pack Rafting on the Pejibaye, a beautiful, road-side Class II-III section that is great for warming up and instruction. Lots of super fun read & run rapids with on-the-fly surf waves under a jungle canopy make this a great intro to Costa Rica paddling. End the day with a visit to a small local community for a true Costa Rican cultural immersion experience.Â
Day 3: Kayaking Sarapiqui River - Class II/III - Stay @ Arambigua Hotel
Travel to the Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui for some more tropical Class II/III paddling on the Sarapiqui River, another great pool drop stretch that is awesome for instruction. Stay at the beautiful Arambigua Lodge and be sure not to miss the short, on-site nature walk.
Day 4: Kayaking Sarapiqui River - Class III - Stay @ Turrialtico Lodge
More kayaking or pack rafting on the Sarapiqui, the section and class will vary depending on the comfort level of the group, but today has the potential to be a little more action packed. Travel back to Turrialba at the end of the day. Â
Day 5: Kayaking / Rafting Pacuare River - Class III - Stay @ POC Lodge
Today starts your adventure on the Pacuare, one of the most well renowned whitewater trips in the world! The first day consist of mostly Class III rapids followed by a short hike up to the POC Eco-Lodge where we'll spend the next 2 nights!Â
Day 6: Layover at the Lodge - Zipline / Tarzan Swing / Waterfalls
Today is our "layover day" at the lodge! Get your adrenaline going with a lap on the zipline course, a shot at the Tarzan Swing, and / or a nearby waterfall jump. Or just chill and enjoy the beauty from the huge patio overlooking the river. There is no electricity at the Lodge so be sure to bring a book and a headlamp!Â
Day 7: Kayaking / Rafting Pacuare River - Class III/IV - Stay at Studio Hotel
Enjoy your final morning in the jungle before embarking on the pinnacle of your trip, the Lower Pacuare Canyon! This epic day run is solid Class III/IV, so anyone not feeling up to the task can hop on a raft for this (or any other) section that they feel uncomfortable with. And it sure is an amazing one! Enjoy huge waterfalls, world-class rapids, epic short hikes, all in one of the most beautiful canyons in Central America. At the end of the day, we'll pack up and make our way back to San Jose before our final dinner as a group.Â
Day 8: Departure Day
Its time to say goodbye, or to start the next leg of your Costa Rican journey. We're happy to make recommendations on how / where to extend your stay! (Only breakfast provided this day.)Â
See the Pacuare Outdoor Center Eco Lodge
Trip Info:
BOOK NOWCost: $2,895 (depending on sign-ups price may decrease)
- Deposit of $600 due to reserve your spot (refundable up until 10/15)
- 50% due October 28th
- Final payment due December 28th
Any questions call 4CRS 970.259.3893 or email paddleschool@riversports.com
What's Included?
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Included
• Private transportation for entire trip
• Private Kayaking Guides & Shuttle Drivers
• All lodging
• All Meals Included
• All activities and entrance fees listed on the itineraryÂ
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Not Included
• International Airfare
• Luggage
• Departure airport taxes ($29/pp)
• Tips for guides, instructors, etc.
• International Travel Medical Insurance• Alcoholic beverages