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Wave Expeditions

La Fortuna, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
+(506) 2479 7262
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Owner description: Best One-stop Destination for Outdoor Adventure! WAVE Expeditions Adventure Company invites you to explore the famous northern zone of Costa Rica.... more » Owner description: Best One-stop Destination for Outdoor Adventure! WAVE Expeditions Adventure Company invites you to explore the famous northern zone of Costa Rica. WAVE Expeditions is BEST option for all your favorite outdoor activites in one location. Arenal is the one stop destination for Rafting, Canyoning, Hiking, Wildlife, Canopy, Biking and much more! WAVE Expeditions has earned a reputation for professionalism, organization, and high quality trips. « less
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Aurora, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

When you study the history of Costa Rica, one thing that should shock you is how hospitable, patient, and welcoming the people of Costa Rica are towards American tourists. Yet, they are at every corner. Wave expeditions is not only one of those corners that you HAVE to experience but they even pump it up another notch! Thank you Wave... More

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Jacksonville, Florida, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

We just returned from a 7 day trip to Costa Rica. What a wonderful country. Everyone is so very nice. Wave Expeditions did a fantastic job. While I can't remember all the names, I believe one was Carlos (great guy) and our guide was Tom (at least that is what he told us) :') Tom was funny and a great... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013 via mobile

We booked numerous excursions while on a week long vacation to Costa Rica and rafting with Wave Expeditions was by far the best experience of all of them (they were all great, but this was the best)! The guides were a ton of fun and so much more than what we were expecting was included in the trip. The authentic... More

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East Windsor, New Jersey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

We had such a blast on this white water rafting tour and would do it again in a heart beat! My husband and I decided that this was the most fun tour we did on our honeymoon. Carlos provided humor and Costa Rican insight throughout the whole day and was very nice. Tom was our river guide and he was... More

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Highland, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

We were in Costa Rica for 8 days and had a different activity for each day. This was -hands down- the best excursion we did. It was a blast! Our guide was Tom (who was full of surprises) and went above and beyond to make this amazing. We stopped along the river and had pineapple and watermelon. Afterwards, we drove... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

Very nice people working at Wave Expeditions and the trip was fun. Only reason I am not giving it 5 stars is because Desafio was also running rafts at the same time and their boats and shuttle buses look much newer, more modern and spacious.

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Cambridge, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

First off, I have not actually gone on one of their expeditions. However, I want to write a review for this place because the people there went above and beyond in my hour of need. My husband and I had lost the key to our rental car and I had gone into every souvenir shop, restaurant, and even church along... More

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Miami, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013 via mobile

This was by far my favorite activity in Arenal! My husband and I did 2/3 level Balsa River! Ill admit I was nervous beforehand because it was my first time white water rafting but the guides were very informative and I felt safe the whole time. The level of difficulty was perfect, exciting dodging rapids the first half and then... More

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Houston, TX
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

WOW can't adequately describe the fun we had. We did a morning trip down the Sarapiqui river, rafting through Class 3 and Class 4 rapids yesterday. I've personally done white water rafting in Colorado and North Carolina and this blew both locations away. By far a lot more exhilirating. When booking, make sure and ask for Dionis. Out of the... More

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Chantilly, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

We visited Costa Rica this year (2013) and did white water rafting on the Balsa River. Our Guide was Warner. One of the best guides we ever met. Our entire family (9) had a great time. Warner was a pro and kept us informed the entire trip down the river. We highly recommend this tour if you have never done... More

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