SUMMARY

Discover the Rio Verde on this Rafting Day trip!

The Río Verde is a pristine, clear green river that carves through untouched Colombian rainforest. Start exploring by a 4×4 journey to the edge of the Jungle, and hike down the jungle canyon with pack-mules carrying the Rafts.

Paddle over 25 KMs of the Rio Verde and the famous Rio Samana. Class 3 & 4 waves and rapids.

We will stop to swim in a pristine waterfall, interact with local traditional gold miners and discover the countless species of endemic fauna and flora.

Highlights

  • Jungle trek assisted by pack mules down to the Rio Verde
  • Full day of rafting thrilling Class 3/4
  • Enjoy a fresh picnic lunch on a secluded and shaded confluence with one of the creeks
  • Explore a hidden waterfall
  • Swim in the warm flat water sections as the river bends through the steep jungle

BOOK THE TRIP

ITINERARY

  • Meet your professional adventure guide at 8:00 a.m. at our operational office (Kilometro 84, Autopista Medellin-Bogota) or ask for a private pick up! 
  • Enjoy breakfast overlooking the mountains that create the the Rio Verde watershed
  • Journey by 4×4 to the town of Boqueron
  • Cool off with a swim in the pristine water
  • Raft the magnificent Rio Verde and Rio Samana for over 25 KMs
  • Drive back to operational office arriving around 5:00 PM

Meet your guide and safety kayaker at 8 AM at our operational office is located at Kilometro 84, Autopista Medellín-Bogotá, Cocorná, Antioquia
Eat a traditional Colombian breakfast at our favorite restaurant (El palacio de los Frijoles) with a spectacular mountain view overlooking the watershed you will soon discover. Start the adventure with a ½ hour hike down a jungle canyon. 

Cool off in the pristine green water that gives the name. Your professional guide will lead the group in a river safety orientation. Raft the Rio Verde into the Rio Samana. 

Enjoy a picnic lunch from a high boulder where you can jump into the deep pool below. Explore a hidden waterfall cascading through the tall jungle. Continue rafting the thrilling Class III/IV rapids, with the biggest rapids right at the end. Meet your driver at the Puente Samaná and return to our office around 5 PM and to Medellin (around 7 PM depending on traffic).

CHECKLIST

PRICE & RESERVATION

  • This tour starts from our operational base in Cocorná, if you need transport from Medellin or any location, it can be arrange as an extra.
  • Ask us for photo & video package, as well as luxury upgrade or tailor-made experiences.

For larger groups or those looking to customize your trip, please contact us directly for pricing.

A 100% deposit is required 3 days before the trip. For last-minute payment or reservation requests, please contact Expedition Colombia. All payments must be made through our booking platform or via a deposit into our Bancolombia account.

Please note: All prices listed above do not include IVA.

According to the Colombian tax system:

  • Foreigners are exempt from IVA.
  • Colombian residents, citizens, and foreigners living in Colombia for more than 6 months will be charged of the IVA.
  • For companies or agencies, the full IVA will be charged.

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