After a wonderful stay at the very nice Turrialtico Hotel, the expedition packed up their belongings, grabbed their helmets and paddles and charged the legendary Pacuare River. The first day was mostly Class I and II rapids, and the kiddos eased their way into this ultra fun adventure sport. Along the way they stopped of for a swim in an all-natural spring pool and swam into waterfalls that produced a welcomed massage from Mother Nature. The water was so pure and clean that the leaders had to repeatedly restrain some of the fellows from trying to drink from it. Lunch on the river was local fresh fruit and vegetables.
They eventually arrived at their eco-village, situated right on the river, and settled in for the night. The kind folks of Exploradores prepared a terrific feast. The highlight was “River cheescake” – a combination of guanabana fruit, cream cheese and sweet cookies. That night, the rainforest canopy provided plenty of sights and sounds. Day 2 on the river was an epic charge of Class III and IV rapids. The 2nd section of the Pacuare River is hailed as one of the great river runs in all of Central America. Apparently, just one student was launched from the raft that day, with plenty of volunteers self-propelling themselves into the river.
When we last spoke with our leaders they had safely arrived at their Caribbean accommodations, Hotel Yare, and were in the process of doing some laundry. They said the group was really coming together and some solid bonding took place on the River. Today the group will be surfing and exploring a nearby wildlife preserve. Just a few more days in Costa Rica before heading south to Panama!
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