Costa Rica Adventure Tours, Whitewater Rafting, Rainforest Lodge on the Pacuare River, Family Vacation Packages
"Costa Rica's Top Adventure Outfitter 2007, 2009"- National Geographic Adventure Magazine
Winner Geotourism Challenge, June 2008 - National Geographic and Ashoka Changemakers
Finalist Conde Nast Traveler World Savers 2008 Awards
About Rios Tropicales Rios Tropicales was ranked the #1 Costa Rica Adventure Outfitter and #5 Rafting Company in the World by National Geographic Adventure Online Magazine in November 2007.
Monthly Online Special Ground transportation discounts! purchase any of our tours online and receive a 20% discount on Interbus transfers throughout Costa Rica.
Costa Rican Network of Natural Reserves Rios Tropicales is an active member of this Network comitted to the conservation and reforestation of Costa Rica's natural spaces. visit the network at http://reservasprivadascr.org/2009/archives/rios-tropicales/
Testimonials Is it the guides? Is it the setting? Is it the activities? We think it's all three - you decide!
Our Rainforest Eco-Lodge on the Pacuare River The Rios Tropicales Lodge, our rainforest eco-lodge located along the Pacuare River, offers a haven for relaxation and immersion in tropical sights and sounds. The clean energy, sustainable lodge offers you a variety of accommodation and activity options.
Family Adventures We provide from one-day tours to multi-day packages for the entire family throughout Costa Rica. We've developed our Family Adventures through years of experience with families of all ages.
Rios Tropicales Is Finalist in 2010 TIES Innovation Awards August 9 2010 Rios Tropicales has been selected as a Finalist for its leadership in the El Tigre South-South Sustainable Community Development Project. TIES Innovation Leadership in Sustainable Tourism Awards recognizes individuals and organizations who have
Rios Tropicales Wins Central American Pioneers of Prosperity Award February 25 2010 Rios Tropicales was one of four Costa Rican companies recognized in the Pioneers of Prosperity - Central America awards. Rios Tropicales won for its entrepreneurial vision, culture, sustainable business practices, and jobs provided over 25 years. The aw
Rafael Gallo Inducted into International Whitewater Hall of Fame September 26 2009 The International Whitewater Hall of Fame (IWHOF) elected Rafael Gallo in the Advocate category for the Class of 2009 Awards. The IWHOF honors whitewater legends whose accomplishments have contributed significantly to both the sport and business of whitew
Welcome to Rios Tropicales, rated Costa Rica's #1 Adventure Outfitter. Since we began in 1985, we have committed to operating the highest quality outdoor adventure tours. Our experienced staff, excellent equipment, thorough knowledge of our country, and partnership with our communities has formed the foundation of our success. We offer one-day and multi-day adventure tours, including rafting, biking, hiking, kayaking, rainforest tours, and more, throughout Costa Rica. From families to expert adventurers, we have a tour package that will meet your interests and abilities. Our company’s sustainable tourism practices stem from our complementary goals of wanting to protect and conserve the rivers and rainforests of Costa Rica while empowering and engaging our country’s local communities to play leading roles in this effort for their own economic, educational, health, and soulful well-being. We invite you to join us for a vacation you’ll treasure long after your return home.