In the northern region of the Heredia, a place of big charm is located where can be appreciated the beauties that rainy tropical forest offers, at the same time it can be practiced the rafting, one of the favorite adventure sports. This place is Sarapiquí.​

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​In this county of Heredia there are several private reserves in which can be observed a great variety of animal species, as well as to appreciate the greenery of the environment that surrounds it. Many of these reservations have wide paths that allow the visitor to walk among the nature and to have a relaxant experience.

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​To complete this region’s magic, we have Sarapiquí River. The rafting is practiced in their south side, with the following levels according to the section of the river;

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• San Miguel - La Virgen (Class IV-V)
• ​La Virgen - Chilamate: In this part most of the rapids are moderate.
• Chilamate - Puerto Viejo (Class I-III).

​​In the north side you can navigate in calm waters and observe different kinds of birds, as well as monkeys and crocodiles.