
Tenorio River Rafting + Llanos del Cortés Waterfall in Guanacaste
Take on the Tenorio River's Class III–IV rapids, enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch, then slow the pace beside Llanos del Cortés Waterfall. BestToursCR coordinates the day with private hotel transportation and four service levels.
- Approximately 10 hours
- Class III–IV rafting
- Current page guidance: 12+
- Gold, Silver, Bronze & Corporate
Quick Facts for This Double Combo
Review the current tour guidance before choosing your package. The rafting portion is the more physically demanding part of the day.
Adventure First. Waterfall Relaxation After.
The strength of this Double Combo is the contrast: an active whitewater morning followed by time to enjoy one of Guanacaste's best-known waterfall settings.
Adventure

Tenorio River Whitewater Rafting
Navigate Class III–IV whitewater with professional rafting staff, safety equipment and the energy that makes the Tenorio River one of Guanacaste's signature adventure experiences.
Explore the Standalone Rafting Tour
Waterfall

Llanos del Cortés Waterfall
After lunch and rafting, the itinerary shifts into a slower rhythm at Llanos del Cortés, with time to enjoy the waterfall setting and swim when conditions permit.
Explore Llanos del Cortés ToursWhy Combine Both Experiences with BestToursCR?
The attractions create the memories. BestToursCR adds the private transportation, sequencing and service-level choices that make the full day easier to plan.
Two in One
One Coordinated Adventure Day
Instead of dedicating separate vacation days to rafting and the waterfall, this itinerary connects both experiences with lunch and return logistics already organized.
Private Transport
Private Hotel Transportation
All four service levels keep the hotel transportation private. What changes is the vehicle/service level and whether the activity format at the tour location is private or shared.
Local Coordination
Less Logistics to Manage
BestToursCR coordinates pickup, rafting, lunch, the waterfall visit and return timing so your group can focus on the experience rather than stitching the day together.
Choose the itinerary first. Then choose how you want to travel.
Gold, Silver, Bronze and Corporate let you keep the same core Double Combo while selecting the level of transportation, privacy and group logistics that fits your party.
Gold, Silver, Bronze & Corporate
The current published prices below come from the supplied BestToursCR PayPal buttons for this Double Combo.
Pay in full or request a 50% PayPal deposit. The remaining balance is due 72 hours before your tour date.
Full payment may be required because transportation and attraction space need immediate coordination.
Please wait for BestToursCR email confirmation before purchasing. Full payment and immediate availability apply.

Gold Package
- Luxury SUV transportation for your party, up to 5 guests
- Private tour format
- Dedicated staff at the tour location for faster service
- Best fit for premium travelers, couples and VIP family outings

Silver Package
- Private van transportation for your party, up to 9 guests
- Private tour format
- More affordable transportation while keeping a private feel
- Strong fit for families and groups of friends

Bronze Package
- Private van transportation for your party, up to 9 guests
- Shared tour format at the activity location
- The same core Double Combo experience with a value-focused service model
- Practical choice when private transportation matters more than private activity format

Corporate Package
- Group-scale transportation
- Dedicated service and group logistics
- Designed for company outings, incentive groups and special events
- Published group rate: $421 per person for groups of 11–50 guests
Sample Tenorio Rafting + Llanos del Cortés Itinerary
The sequence below follows the currently published Double Combo itinerary. Times are approximate and may vary by hotel location, traffic, river conditions and attraction operations.
Private Hotel Pickup
Meet your BestToursCR team at your Guanacaste hotel reception and begin the drive toward the rafting area.
Rafting Check-In
Arrive at the rafting facility, complete check-in and prepare with the required information and equipment.
Tenorio River Whitewater Rafting
Navigate the Tenorio River's Class III–IV rapids and experience the active centerpiece of the morning.
Traditional Costa Rican Lunch
Return to the rafting facility and recharge with the included traditional Costa Rican lunch.
Llanos del Cortés Waterfall
Shift from whitewater to waterfall time. Enjoy the natural setting, views and a refreshing swim when conditions permit.
Souvenir Shopping Stop
Stop for approximately 30 minutes on the return route to browse local souvenirs and support local businesses.
Return to Your Hotel
Arrive back after a full day combining whitewater adventure, local food and waterfall relaxation.
The published tour duration is approximately 10 hours. Actual timing can change with pickup location, traffic, river conditions and attraction operations.
What's Included & What to Bring
A concise preparation checklist for the rafting and waterfall portions of the same day.
Your Day, Coordinated
- 🚐Private transportation from your hotel
- 🧭BestToursCR tour guide / coordination
- 📸Pictures
- 🍌Snacks
- 💧Water
- 🥤Soda
- 🍺Beer
- 🎟️Admission fees
- 🍽️Traditional Costa Rican lunch
- 🛍️Approximately 30-minute souvenir-shopping stop
- 🛡️Insurance
Come Ready for River & Waterfall
- 📱A clear passport copy or a photo of your passport saved on your phone — carrying the original passport is not required for this tour
- 🩱Swimming trunks / swimwear
- 👟Water shoes or sturdy strapped sandals
- 🧺Towel
- 👕Change of clothes
- 🦟Mosquito repellent
- ☀️Sunscreen
- 💵Extra money for local businesses or personal purchases
What BestToursCR Guests Say About Rafting Days
These independent TripAdvisor reviews support the rafting, transportation, organization and waterfall-day experience associated with BestToursCR.
Ellen Z
Ellen described a private day that included rafting, wildlife sightings, a waterfall stop, snacks and water, and highlighted Yeudy's knowledge and the experience for her family.
See Ellen Z's review on TripAdvisor →Mark H
Mark praised the experience as safe, knowledgeable, fun and informative, and specifically noted that pickup and drop-off were on time.
Read Mark H's rafting review →Best part of our trip to Costa Rica!
This guest described the rafting as phenomenal, mentioned exciting rapids, wildlife, complete safety gear and a waterfall stop, and praised the private transportation and local knowledge.
Read the full TripAdvisor review →Tenorio Rafting + Llanos del Cortés FAQs
Quick answers about the two-experience itinerary, packages, participation and reservations.
What is included in this Double Combo?
The current tour page includes private transportation, BestToursCR guide/coordination, pictures, snacks, water, soda, beer, admission fees, traditional Costa Rican lunch, a roughly 30-minute souvenir-shopping stop and insurance.
How long is the full rafting + waterfall day?
The current published duration is approximately 10 hours. Timing can vary with your pickup location, traffic, river conditions and how busy the attractions are.
Do we visit Llanos del Cortés before or after rafting?
The current itinerary places Tenorio River rafting in the morning, lunch at the rafting facility, then Llanos del Cortés Waterfall at approximately 2:00 PM.
Is transportation private?
Yes. Gold, Silver, Bronze and Corporate are built around private hotel transportation. Gold uses a luxury SUV, Silver and Bronze use private van transportation, and Corporate uses group-scale vehicles.
What is private in Gold, Silver and Bronze?
The current Double Combo page identifies Gold and Silver as private tour formats. Bronze keeps the hotel transportation private but uses a shared tour format at the activity location.
How is the Corporate Package priced?
The Corporate Package is $421 per person and is designed for groups of 11–50 guests. It includes group-scale transportation, dedicated service and coordinated logistics for larger parties.
Can children participate?
The current Double Combo page states that the experience is not suitable for children under 12. Because rafting participation rules should be standardized across BestToursCR pages, confirm the operator's controlling age requirement before changing this published guidance.
Can pregnant guests participate?
No. The current tour guidance states that the rafting component is not suitable for pregnant guests.
Can we swim at Llanos del Cortés?
The current itinerary includes time to enjoy the natural swimming area. Swimming remains subject to conditions on the day and local safety guidance.
What happens if weather or river levels affect rafting?
Outdoor adventure conditions can change. River levels, weather and operational safety can affect timing or require the rafting team to modify, postpone or cancel participation.
How do I reserve and pay?
Complete the native reservation form directly below this HTML page first. For bookings 72+ hours ahead, the current policy allows full payment or a requested 50% PayPal deposit. Under 72 hours, full payment may be required. Under 24 hours, wait for BestToursCR email confirmation before purchasing.
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- Private hotel transportation
- Four service levels
- Published PayPal options
- Local BestToursCR coordination
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