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and Kayaking Costa Rica kayaking is one of best low impact ways to enjoy this amazing area and sea kayak tours are designed with an educative emphasis that seeks to assure preservation of the environment for years to come. When you come to kayak in Costa Rica, you can be assured of a high-quality kayaking vacation away from the ordinary. The warm, rushing rivers which sweep through Costa Rica's lush countryside offer world class white water rafting and kayaking opportunities. From the Reventazón, the famous Pacuare and the class 5 Chirripó, all in the southern reaches of the country, to the spectacular Peñas Blancas, the mighty Toro, and the Sarapiqui, all of which are located in the northern central area of Costa Rica, rafting enthusiasts from around the world try their skills against these wild and turbulent rivers. Known not only for their exciting rides, these rivers offer scenic beauty unparalleled anywhere in the world. Lush tropical rainforest, spectacular waterfalls, and abundant wildlife line the hundreds of rivers which continually feed the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Rio Reventezon The river flows from the dam of the same name in the Orossi Valley down the Atlantic slope to the Caribbean Sea. With multiple sections of the river available for rafting, there is something for beginners and experienced rafters alike. The most popular section is the Tucarrici, with level two and three rapids throughout. For those looking for a little more excitement, the Powerhouse section is a more demanding category four. Starting at the base of the dam and plunging its way through the descending gorge carved out of the side of the mountain, this ride is fast, strong and exciting. The Rio Pacuare It is generally considered to be Costa Rica's premier and most accessible river. Lined with stunning natural beauty, this river is quite literally overwhelming. With year-round accessibility and genuine level four rapids, the Rio Pacuare is perfect for both experienced rafters and experts. This river is an experience not to be missed, especially since the Costa Rican government plans to install a hydra-electric dam. Rio Chirripó For those experts looking for the most difficult and challenging rapids in the country, Rio Chirripó is it. Flowing down from the second highest mountain in all of Central America, Rio Chirripó is a difficult class five. Only available from late August through early November, at the height of the rainy season, Chirripó is fast, exciting and big. Yearly, the greatest kayakers in the world converge on this river to test their abilities against the best that Costa Rica has to offer.
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