La Fortuna Rafting Trip Weight Limits

We checked 9 rafting trips in La Fortuna; 2 state weight limit details in the listing. Weight limits for rafting trips in La Fortuna run from 220 to 260 lbs (100 to 118 kg), with a typical limit of 240 lbs. None of them offers an extra seat: above the limit you cannot join.

Tour	Weight limit	Operator	From
Rafting Class II-III and Zipline Tour from La Fortuna and Arenal “To participate in the tour, passengers must weigh no more than 260 pounds (118 kg), have a waist circumference of less than 46 inches (116 centimeters), and a leg circumference of 33”	260 lbs (118 kg)	Wave Expeditions	$149	Check dates
Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica “Maximum weights 220 pounds”	220 lbs (100 kg)	Arenal Rafting	$80	Check dates

Not stated in the listing

These white-water rafting in La Fortuna do not mention weight limit. Ask the operator before you book.

Class II-III Rafting and ATV Tour from La Fortuna Wave Expeditions · $150
White Water Rafting Class II and III Costa Rica Descents · $65
Whitewater Rafting Class 2-3 Balsa River from La Fortuna Desafio Adventure Company · $93
White Water River Rafting Class III-IV from La Fortuna-Arenal Wave Expeditions · $113
White Water Rafting (Class III) with lunch - Arenal Area Jacamar Naturalist Tours · $93
Combo Arenal Rafting and Canyoning Adventure Arenal Rafting · $160
Full Day Class II-III Rafting and Canyoning Rappelling from La Fortuna-Arenal Wave Expeditions · $199

Questions

What is the weight limit for rafting trips in La Fortuna?

Most rafting trips in La Fortuna set a limit between 220 and 260 lbs. The typical limit is 240 lbs (109 kg), based on 2 tours that state one.

Which rafting trip in La Fortuna has the highest weight limit?

Rafting Class II-III and Zipline Tour from La Fortuna and Arenal by Wave Expeditions allows up to 260 lbs (118 kg).

How up to date is this information?

We last checked these listings on 2026-11-02 and re-check every listing monthly. Operators can change their rules, so confirm before you book.

Restrictions come from each tour’s listing on GetYourGuide or Viator: the suitability notes, “Know before you go”, booking rules, and what is and isn’t included. Last checked 2026-11-02. Operators change rules, so confirm before you book.