Scenic Coastal Drive

150 ft Waterfall

Rainforest Spa Experience

Nourish Your Soul and Your Skin at One of Costa Rica’s Coolest Waterfalls

Come with us on this half-day Eco-Chontales Waterfall tour, to visit one of Costa Rica’s best kept waterfall secrets in the Southern Pacific region of Costa Rica. If you’re looking for a family-friendly tour in Costa Rica where you get to experience a piece of the Costa Rican jungle, this is the perfect tour for you! It’s complete with perfectly safe swimming holes, small and moderate cliff jumps, areas for amazing photos and even a mini waterslide!

Why Book With Paddle 9?

Immerse yourself in the Costa Rican jungle as you dip into various swimming holes, jump off waterfalls and sunbathe among Costa Rica’s natural beauty

Sit back and relax with a spa experience in the jungle as you enjoy the many skincare benefits of natural blue clay sourced from nearby

Top off the trip with a typical Costa Rican lunch at a river-side restaurant with the sound of the waterfall in the background

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Trip Details

Pricing & Logistics

Price

$130 per person
$100 per person (child 2-6 years old)
+ 13% sales tax 


Departure time

7:30 AM


Meeting point

The Paddle 9 tour office in Quepos or we can provide transportation from anywhere in Quepos or Manuel Antonio.

Pickups outside of Quepos or Manuel Antonio are available for an additional cost. For more information or to schedule a pick up outside of these areas, please contact us.


Availability

Available daily, all year round


Duration

Half day 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM


Group size

2 person minimum – 20 person maximum


Included

  • Transportation
  • Lunch
  • Natural fruit drink
  • Fruits
  • Water
  • Certified guides
  • Entrance fees to all locations

Not included

  • Picture package (available at an extra cost)
  • Guide gratuity

What to bring

  • Bathing suit
  • Water shoes, rugged sandals or sneakers
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Extra set of dry clothes

Trip Overview

We begin our adventure by picking you up at your accommodation and then we head south to our destination. The drive itself is something out of a movie! En route to the waterfall, we will drive along the coastline with epic views of the Pacific Ocean, and sections of jungle that will have you thinking you’re in Jurassic Park.

Upon arrival, our short hike down to the river begins! As we enter the canyon and round the final bend, your senses will heighten as we come face to face with a panoramic view of the majestic 150 ft waterfall. Leaving our vantage point we will guide you to the many different features Eco Chontales has to offer – multiple calm swimming holes, areas perfect for taking photos, a mini waterslide and even places to jump from! There is a small jump (6 feet) which is perfect for all members of the family, including the little ones! For the thrill-seeker there is a second jump of about 9 meters (28 feet +/-)!

After we have explored all the features of the waterfall, we will top off the experience by turning into Avatars. We will create a mini on-the-spot spa and apply mineral rich naturally-colored blue clay on our bodies. This “rainforest clay” we provide is sourced near fresh spring water and is renowned for its healthy skincare properties.

For those seeking relaxation, there are perfect places for setting down a towel and unwinding amidst the jungle! After all the fun and excitement, we will walk about 30 yards over to the river-side restaurant and enjoy a fresh and delicious typical Costa Rican meal to the sound of the waterfall.

Good to Know

Please advise us of any health conditions, recent injuries (especially back, neck or shoulder surgeries) or medical procedures that could affect your tour experience. Let us know about pregnancy, back pains, and any walking as well as dietary restrictions or preferences.

We have two rules at Paddle 9: 1) Be safe! and 2) Have serious fun! Paddle 9 prides itself in running safe tours and transport with the best logistics and safety procedures in the industry. Our guides and staff are well-trained in emergency situations and take your safety very seriously. Should an accident occur, we are covered by a comprehensive umbrella liability insurance policy.

Please note that as part of the Pacific Coast Discovery experience, we will be driving for approximately 1.5 hours immersed in the rainforest. The road features winding curves, so please be prepared in case you are sensitive to motion sickness. Medicine may be recommended.

Have more questions? You can check out our FAQ page.

Don’t Just Take Our Word For It!


5 star ratingAdventurous and very fun day! What a terrific adventure! My family of 5 went on the full day waterfall adventure with Paddle 9. The guides Ken and Gabriel were super friendly and prioritized safety and fun. It was a wonderful adventure visiting 3 different spots with options to jump from waterfalls if we chose to do so. We also stopped at a charming beach which was a nice bonus. We made wonderful memories!
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Scenic818840
9/08/2024
5 star ratingChasing waterfalls in Costa Rica! I had the funnest time on this tour with our guides, Ariel, DK, and our driver Carlos. We received some educational information about quepos, the palm trees, and more as we traveled to our waterfalls. I had the opportunity to do two cliff jumps with lots of support and patience from Ariel and DK (sorry I was a scaredy cat) and we did a natural water slide into the waterfall! It was such a fun tour, and would recommend so much. We also visited a tilapia farm and had local tilapia for lunch. If you’re looking for an active and engaging tour, you won’t be disappointed with this one!
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Courtney S
9/07/2024
5 star ratingUnforgettable experience!! ☺️✨ The best tour I've done during my two week trip to Costa Rica! The full day tour includes visiting three beautiful waterfalls, lots of cliff jumping and two natural waterslides. The included pick-up is very convenient, and the lunch provided was delicious! The guides Ken and Alejandro were really funny and helpful, and made the experience even more enjoyable ❤️ They were supportive and did their job perfectly, ensuring that everyone was safe and having fun! This is the company to book with for a day full of adventure and excitement! I recommend you to book this trip if you'd like to have a truly unforgettable holiday! 😉
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Svetlana I
9/06/2024

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