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White Water Rafting Naranjo and Horseback Waterfall (Manuel Antonio)
Vendor: Central American Tours - CAT
Category: International
Location: CR-Manuel Antonio (Quepos)
Round trip transportation is provided and you will be picked up at your hotel and drive 40 minutes to town of Londres, where the river put in is located. During this scenic drive, your guide will talk about the history of the town of Quepos. Once on site - a private property where the put in is located - you will be ready to start off on your Manuel Antonio tour. The property features stables, corrals, an open-air waiting area and bathrooms. Your guide will give you some safety measurements to follow and then... you are ready to tame the rapids of the Naranjo River. The rafts are built to hold a maximum of 6 passengers. Guides will join you in kayaks to ensure your safety. Naranjo River flows through mountains, jungle gorges, farmlands and palm plantations. The river s course is steep and challenging, perfect for adventure seekers searching an adrenaline rush. Halfway through the tour, you ll have a break where you can catch up your breath and admire the view. Towards the end of the river, the waters calm down and you can take in the sights while cruising over the last few rapids. After completing this 1 hour and 45-minute Manuel Antonio rafting tour, a tasty lunch - made with fresh local ingredients will be served. The Naranjo River rafting tour is only available in rainy season (May to December). This river delivers class 3 rapids and during rainy season it reaches some class 4 rapids. Your guide will give you a interesting briefing about the history of Quepos. Once you reach Londres you will set foot on a picturesque property that has bathrooms, stables, a corral and an open-air waiting area. You will receive riding instruction, safety tips and practice time, before heading out to explore the rainforest. This Manuel Antonio tour allows you to uncover the exotic secrets that lie within this secondary rainforest. The maximum altitude of this area is 600 meters (1900 ft). You will ride through the mountains without reaching the mountain top. Your horse ride lasts about 2 and half hours (roundtrip) and it will be highlighted by amazing valley views, verdant vegetation and numerous wildlife species such as birds and reptiles. At the end of the trail there is a beautiful waterfall where you will be able to rest for about 30 minutes. You can lie on the grass or take a swim or even both! After the break, you will return riding the same trail. At the end of your horseback riding tour you will be served a delicious lunch made with local ingredients, and enjoy a little conversation before heading back to your hotel. This Manuel Antonio tour does not require previous experience. Minimum age 7 years old. Maximum weight for riders is (250 pounds).
