Rafting Tres Equis to Siquirres Turrialba has recently become the Mecca for white water rafting and kayaking, and a haven for its fans. Rivers Pacuare and Reventaz n are among the most popular in Costa Rica, and they both have put-in points near Turrialba. But there is one fact that may be decisive when choosing what river to run, and that is the tropical rain forest that surrounds most of the river sections of the Pacuare, making this experience a one of its kind. Its source is located 1800 mts above sea level, in the Talamanca Range near the Berhed Indian Reserve. The area holds primary rain forest, and the tropical wonders abound as you snake down through the river.
Bird watching is great in between rough sections.
Some of the area's most common wild residents are butterflies, toucans, monkeys, ocelots and rarely-seen jaguars. The Pacuare watershed has been declared a National Protective Zone, and it has been rated as one of the 10 most beautiful natural scenarios in the world. The area's abundant green foliage, its steep hills, spectacular waterfalls, and a magnificent canyon you will pass through, provide for a stunning scenery, and give rafting a unique twist. If you decide to experience the white waters of the Pacuare, you may choose options from the different tour operators in Turrialba or San Jos . The company's bus drops you off at the put-in point, where rafts will be waiting for you.