Drift silently through the rainforest. The ultimate wildlife encounter for nature lovers.
Trade the hiking boots for a paddle and experience the rainforest from its most vital artery: the river. The Peñas Blancas River Safari Float offers a peaceful yet captivating journey through the lowland rainforest gallery.
Designed as a relaxing component of our Mix & Match packages, this tour is ideal for families, photographers, and seniors. Without the noise of a motor, Rainforest Explorers allows you to get incredibly close to the riverbanks where wildlife thrives, offering an intimate connection with nature that few other tours can match.
Silent rafts allow us to approach wildlife without disturbing them.
Home to large populations of monkeys, iguanas, and sloths.
Safe, calm waters (Class I) suitable for children and seniors.
Observe river turtles, caimans, and basilisk lizards.
Your journey begins as you board our stable, inflatable rafts. There is no need for strenuous paddling; the gentle current guides you down the river while your expert guide steers and scans the forest. This "floating classroom" approach allows for uninterrupted observation and photography.
Rainforest Explorers guides are masters at spotting wildlife. They might point out a family of Howler Monkeys napping in a Guanacaste tree, a Two-Toed Sloth curled up in a Cecropia, or the prehistoric silhouette of a Caiman resting on the riverbank. It’s a sensory experience filled with the sounds of flowing water and tropical birdsong.
Pair this relaxing float with an active morning. Combine it with the Arenal Hanging Bridges hike for a full day of "Land & Water" exploration.
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