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Costa Rica not only stands out for its exuberant beaches and breathtaking volcanoes and rain forests, but also for the numerous amounts of adventure activities offered year round. A couple of these activities that have gained popularity and demand by the public are the canyoning and rappelling adventures.These activities are offered bundled up in one package or separately at the convenience of each person.

Canyoning and Rappelling in Costa Rica are offered where rivers cut through the land thus offering an excellent opportunity for these activities. These one-day tours normally start off by picking up the fearless tourists at their hotels and driving them to breathtaking locations. After a scenic drive, a nice hike usually follows until the perfect spot has been reached.

Depending on the location or the company offering the tour, the order of the descent or climb will vary. Before starting, a professional team of certified guides will walk you through the instructions and rules to follow during the adventure. Climbs and descents are always assisted by a professional guide.

Rappelling is done by using the figure eight rope arrangement which allows for the person to control the speed of the descent. Locations for descents are typically along roaring waterfalls for that exhilarating sense of adventure.

The climb, or canyoning, is the most demanding of both activities as it requires the person to have a good physical condition. Some companies offer various levels of canyoning which vary in height and difficulty so that everyone can have a chance to participate.