The Reventazon River is a 145 Km long river that originates in the Meseta Central and flows into the Caribbean Sea. It flows through the valleys of Turrialba, Reventazon and Orosi and through the village of Parismina.
It is also called Parismina River by some and gets the name from the Parismina village.
Currently, the Reventazon River is in danger of losing its natural charm because of some hydroelectric projects. But it still remains one of the most sought after rivers in Costa Rica as far as vacationers are concerned.
Reventazon River Costa Rica
There are various rapids that can be found on this river. Some of these rapids have a difficulty level exceeding class-V and for adventure sports lovers, it is an ideal location for some exciting whitewater rafting. Till Pascua, the river is relatively calm and the rafting here is ideal for first timers and those with families. It is after Pascua that the adventure starts. There are some rapids like Dirty Mind, The Abyss, Indigestion and Horrendito that fall within class-IV. While rafting on the Reventazon River, many mountains can be sighted. A superb view of the Turrialba Volcano is also up for view from the river.
The Reventazon River and its surrounding areas is also a haven for biologists and animal lovers. Some of the most popular wildlife can be seen on both the banks of this river. There are various species of monkeys and sloths that can be sighted, apart from the thousands of bird species that create a lot of noise in the morning and throughout the day.
There are various rafting guide services available when you want to raft on the Reventazon River. Most of these rafting guide services are run by professionals and they will take you to the exact location based on you request and experience. Some of these companies have been run for ages and when you are in their hands, you can rest assured that you will have a lovely time rafting the white waters of the Reventazon River.
So, the next time you are in Costa Rica and whether you are a rafting pro or not, we highly recommend one trip down the Reventazon River.
