Our signature wildlife experience
Safari Float
Discover the rainforest on a gentle guided raft safari along the Peñas Blancas River, near La Fortuna. Slow down, watch for wildlife and learn with a local naturalist guide.
TOUR DURATION
4 hours
DESTINATION
Peñas Blancas River
EXPERIENCE
Guided raft safari
The experience
Wildlife watching,
at nature’s pace.
Join the best wildlife watching tour in Arenal Volcano Come and enjoy this unique excursion on the Peñas Blancas River , and immerse yourself into a rainforest river ecosystem watching a variety of arboreous and aquatic animals. Floating for approximately 2 hours on a raft boat, watching gigantic kapoks, figs, rubber, and shoreline trees which hosts many species of animal such as sloths, monkeys, bats , lizards, birds, Iguanas, caimans, crocodiles, and more. Our expert guides will help us to spot some of these animals as we float down the river. On our tour, we will be sharing delicious fruits from our area, pineapple, watermelon, bananas, mango, and drinks for everyone. This trip offers incredible tranquility but at the same time an adventure over light easy paddling rapids.
Your tour, step by step
- Meet your guideStart in La Fortuna and travel to the river. Confirm the meeting point or hotel pickup when booking.
- Float and observeSpend approximately two hours on the river with a naturalist guide looking for wildlife in the trees and along the banks.
- Local flavors and conservationEnjoy tropical fruit and learn about the One Million Trees reforestation project.
The current tour information lists a minimum age of 5 years. Ask us about suitability for your family and any mobility needs.
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Plan your adventure
Current website listing: adults $70 · children $55. Confirm the final total and conditions in Online Booking Calendar.
Included in your experience
Ready to explore.
- Naturalist & bilingual guide
- Equipment & life jacket
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Tropical fruit
- Bottled water
What to bring
- Quick-dry clothing
- Rain gear
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen
- Binoculars
A glimpse of the experience
Explore the landscape.
One Million Trees
Discover nature.
Help protect its future.
Our existing Safari Float experience introduces the One Million Trees project and the importance of reforestation, native species and healthy river ecosystems.
Before you go
Your questions, answered.
This safari focuses on wildlife and a gentle river float. It is different from a whitewater rafting trip, although river conditions vary and all water activities carry some risk.
The listed minimum age is 5 years. Families and older adults are welcome to ask us about the route, boarding and personal requirements before booking.
We offer a safari by raft and a separate river kayak experience. Choose the option that fits your comfort and paddling ability.
Animals move freely in their natural habitat. Your guide will help you look for them, but sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Some hotels have an extra transportation charge. Your exact pickup time and any additional charge should be confirmed when booking.