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Combine high-wire zipline runs through secondary rainforest with team-driven rafting on the Sarapiquí River at Hacienda Pozo Azul. This full-day combo from San José pairs focused thrills with local ecology and a buffet lunch.
Combine high-wire zipline runs through secondary rainforest with team-driven rafting on the Sarapiquí River at Hacienda Pozo Azul. This full-day combo from San José pairs focused thrills with local ecology and a buffet lunch.
You step off the transfer and the air changes: humid, green, and threaded with birdcalls. Tall secondary forest rises around the ranch, branches fanning above wooden platforms where guides clip you into pulleys. The canopy tugs at you with speed and exposure; downstream the Sarapiquí River glares and then laughs as it runs over rocks and through narrow rapids.
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Operated by Destiny Travel Costa Rica · Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquí, Heredia
You step off the transfer and the air changes: humid, green, and threaded with birdcalls. Tall secondary forest rises around the ranch, branches fanning above wooden platforms where guides clip you into pulleys. The canopy tugs at you with speed and exposure; downstream the Sarapiquí River glares and then laughs as it runs over rocks and through narrow rapids.
The route slices through the continental divide and into the Caribbean plains, an area shaped by volcanic soils, steep ridges and rivers that have carved narrow valleys. Braulio Carrillo National Park feeds this ecosystem—old-growth pockets and regrowth secondary forest that supports toucans, capuchin monkeys and a thick understory of ferns. The region’s agricultural history — cattle and small coffee farms — now mixes with eco-tourism at working haciendas like Pozo Azul.
Expect two distinct pulses: the aerial precision of zipline platforms threaded through mature trees, and the wet, team-driven rhythm of class II–III rafting on Sarapiquí. Guides run safety briefings, supply helmets, life jackets and technical equipment, and a buffet lunch follows to steady you.
Practical guidance: bring quick-dry clothing and shoes with grip, a waterproof camera or dry bag, and a light change of clothes. The combined day is long—roughly 8–10 hours with transport from San José—so hydrate before you leave. Note age and weight limits (children minimum 10 years; max weight ~125 kg/275 lb) and medical restrictions for those with heart or back issues.
The day balances adrenaline and place—trees that lean in like curious neighbors, a river that dares you forward, and local guides who know how to keep both safe and fast.
The tour is about 8–10 hours from San José; it includes hotel pickup/drop-off, two chosen activities (zipline and rafting), professional guides, safety equipment, and a buffet lunch.
Children must be at least 10 years old to participate and the maximum weight per participant is approximately 275 lb (125 kg).
The operator generally runs tours in light rain; heavy river conditions or unsafe weather may affect rafting safety, but cancellation policies require 24‑hour notice for full refunds.
No prior experience is required; guides provide safety briefings and instruction, but participants should be comfortable on moving water and climbing short ladders to platforms.
Destiny Travel Costa Rica operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step off the transfer and the air changes: humid, green, and threaded with birdcalls. Tall secondary forest rises around the ranch, branches fanning above wooden platforms where guides clip you into pulleys. The canopy tugs at you with speed and exposure; downstream the Sarapiquí River glares and then laughs as it runs over rocks and through narrow rapids.
You step off the transfer and the air changes: humid, green, and threaded with birdcalls. Tall secondary forest rises around the ranch, branches fanning above wooden platforms where guides clip you into pulleys. The canopy tugs at you with speed and exposure; downstream the Sarapiquí River glares and then laughs as it runs over rocks and through narrow rapids.
The route slices through the continental divide and into the Caribbean plains, an area shaped by volcanic soils, steep ridges and rivers that have carved narrow valleys. Braulio Carrillo National Park feeds this ecosystem—old-growth pockets and regrowth secondary forest that supports toucans, capuchin monkeys and a thick understory of ferns. The region’s agricultural history — cattle and small coffee farms — now mixes with eco-tourism at working haciendas like Pozo Azul.
Expect two distinct pulses: the aerial precision of zipline platforms threaded through mature trees, and the wet, team-driven rhythm of class II–III rafting on Sarapiquí. Guides run safety briefings, supply helmets, life jackets and technical equipment, and a buffet lunch follows to steady you.
Practical guidance: bring quick-dry clothing and shoes with grip, a waterproof camera or dry bag, and a light change of clothes. The combined day is long—roughly 8–10 hours with transport from San José—so hydrate before you leave. Note age and weight limits (children minimum 10 years; max weight ~125 kg/275 lb) and medical restrictions for those with heart or back issues.
The day balances adrenaline and place—trees that lean in like curious neighbors, a river that dares you forward, and local guides who know how to keep both safe and fast.