About Maquique Adventure
Maquique Adventure is a locally owned adventure company near La Fortuna that specializes in canyoning, white water rafting, and safari float tours in the rainforest surrounding Arenal Volcano. Based in the small community of El Burrito about 20 minutes from La Fortuna center, they operate on private land with exclusive access to waterfalls and canyon routes that larger tour companies don't use.
Their canyoning experience involves rappelling down tropical waterfalls, navigating narrow canyon passages, and jumping into natural pools — all with certified guides and professional-grade harnesses and helmets. The white water rafting runs Class II-III rapids on rivers near Arenal, suitable for families and first-timers as well as experienced paddlers. Their safari float on the Penas Blancas River is a peaceful guided paddle through lowland rainforest where guests spot monkeys, sloths, toucans, and sometimes crocodiles basking on the riverbanks.
Maquique's edge is the small-group, owner-operated feel. With free hotel pickup from La Fortuna, bilingual guides, and a personal touch that big operators struggle to replicate, they consistently earn top marks on TripAdvisor and Viator. The private canyon and waterfall access means fewer crowds and a more immersive jungle experience than the busier canyoning circuits closer to town.
