Wave Expeditions Rafting

Most visitors to the Arenal region want to do more than one thing in a day. Wave Expeditions was designed for exactly that. Their model is flexible by design: choose your activities and create the perfect combination for your group. When you include rafting tours in Arenal as part of a combo package, you unlock up to 10% in savings while experiencing more of the region in one well-organized outing.

The Rivers and the Routes

Wave operates on two of the best rivers near La Fortuna. The Río Balsa offers a fast, engaging Class III–IV run through rainforest with Arenal Volcano on the horizon. For those wanting longer, more intense water, the Río Sarapiquí delivers wilder current and a deeper jungle setting. Both rivers are guided by certified bilingual professionals who bring a strong environmental perspective — identifying flora, fauna, and river ecosystems as you move through them.

Safety is handled with the same seriousness as adventure. All guests receive a full pre-departure briefing and proper fitting for helmet and lifejacket before launch. Guide-to-guest ratios stay low to ensure quality attention throughout.

Combos, Flexibility, and Savings

This is where Wave Expeditions creates real value. Pair your rafting tours in Arenal with a zip-line canopy tour, a hot springs soak, canyoning, or a wildlife float — and enjoy a day where every experience flows naturally into the next. The result is a seamless full day, not a series of disconnected bookings. Groups can mix activities based on fitness and age range, making this format popular with families who have varying adventure appetites.

Transportation from La Fortuna area hotels is included. The team is known for punctual, professional coordination across multi-activity days — a key factor when you're fitting two or three experiences into a single morning and afternoon.

Activity Highlights:

• Combo packages — rafting + zip-lining, hot springs, canyoning, and more
• Up to 10% discount when combining two or more activities
• Balsa River or Sarapiquí River — Class III–IV
• Certified bilingual guides with eco-focused commentary
• Hotel pickup from La Fortuna area included
• Flexible scheduling across multi-activity days

Best For: Groups and families who want a full Arenal day combining rafting with other adventures — with savings built in.