Nourish Your Soul and Your Skin at One of Costa Rica’s Coolest Waterfalls

Come with us on this half-day Eco Chontales Waterfall tour, where you’ll discover one of Costa Rica’s best-kept waterfall secrets in the Southern Pacific region! Looking for an unforgettable Costa Rica family tour? This adventure is perfect for families who want to experience the beauty of the Costa Rican jungle. Enjoy safe swimming holes, small and moderate cliff jumps, amazing photo ops, and even a mini waterslide – plus, don’t miss the unique Clay Waterfall that adds a special touch to your adventure!

Why Book With Paddle 9?

Immerse yourself in the Costa Rican jungle as you dip into various swimming holes, jump off waterfalls and sunbathe among Costa Rica’s natural beauty

Sit back and relax with a spa experience in the jungle as you enjoy the many skincare benefits of natural blue clay sourced from nearby

Top off the trip with a typical Costa Rican lunch at a river-side restaurant with the sound of the waterfall in the background

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Pricing & Logistics

Price

$140 per person
+ 13% sales tax

Departure time

7:30 AM

Meeting point

The Paddle 9 tour office in Quepos or we can provide transportation from anywhere in Quepos or Manuel Antonio.

Pickups outside of Quepos or Manuel Antonio are available for an additional cost. For more information or to schedule a pick up outside of these areas, please contact us.

Availability

Available daily, all year round

Duration

Half day 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Group size

2 person minimum – 20 person maximum

Included

Transportation
Lunch
Natural fruit drink
Fruits
Water
Certified guides
Entrance fees to all locations

Not included

Picture package (available at an extra cost)
Guide gratuity

What to bring

Bathing suit
Water shoes, rugged sandals or sneakers
Towel
Sunscreen
Extra set of dry clothes

Trip Overview

We begin our adventure by picking you up at your accommodation and then we head south to our destination. The drive itself is something out of a movie! En route to the waterfall, we will drive along the coastline with epic views of the Pacific Ocean, and sections of jungle that will have you thinking you’re in Jurassic Park.

Upon arrival, our short hike down to the river begins! As we enter the canyon and round the final bend, your senses will heighten as we come face to face with a panoramic view of the majestic 150 ft waterfall. Leaving our vantage point we will guide you to the many different features Eco Chontales has to offer – multiple calm swimming holes, areas perfect for taking photos, a mini waterslide and even places to jump from! There is a small jump (6 feet) which is perfect for all members of the family, including the little ones! For the thrill-seeker there is a second jump of about 9 meters (28 feet +/-)!

After we have explored all the features of the waterfall, we will top off the experience by turning into Avatars. We will create a mini on-the-spot spa and apply mineral rich naturally-colored blue clay on our bodies. This “rainforest clay” we provide is sourced near fresh spring water and is renowned for its healthy skincare properties.

For those seeking relaxation, there are perfect places for setting down a towel and unwinding amidst the jungle! After all the fun and excitement, we will walk about 30 yards over to the river-side restaurant and enjoy a fresh and delicious typical Costa Rican meal to the sound of the waterfall.

Good to Know

Please advise us of any health conditions, recent injuries (especially back, neck or shoulder surgeries) or medical procedures that could affect your tour experience. Let us know about pregnancy, back pains, and any walking as well as dietary restrictions or preferences.

We have two rules at Paddle 9: 1) Be safe! and 2) Have serious fun! Paddle 9 prides itself in running safe tours and transport with the best logistics and safety procedures in the industry. Our guides and staff are well-trained in emergency situations and take your safety very seriously. Should an accident occur, we are covered by a comprehensive umbrella liability insurance policy.

Please note that as part of the Pacific Coast Discovery experience, we will be driving for approximately 1.5 hours immersed in the rainforest. The road features winding curves, so please be prepared in case you are sensitive to motion sickness. Medicine may be recommended.

Have more questions? You can check out our FAQ page.

Don’t Just Take Our Word For It!

					My family and I had an incredible experience with Paddle 9 and their waterfall tour. The guides made everyone feel safe the entire time leading up to some really fun jumps off beautiful waterfalls. It was so much fun, we would love to go again next time in CR.
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Matthew Devine
8/31/2026
					MUST DO IN MANUEL ANTONIO! I would absolutely do this again!! Alex & Mike were THE BEST!! They made us feel so welcomed, we’re so knowledgeable about Costa Rica, & made us feel safe. out of the 5 tours we did, this was our favorite!
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Kathryn Price
8/22/2026
					Paddle 9 Costa Rica — An Amazing Experience!We had an absolutely amazing experience with Paddle 9 over two days, and I can’t recommend them enough!Our first day was at Manuel Antonio National Park with Cory, who was incredibly knowledgeable, relaxed, patient, kind, and right on time for pickup. We got lucky and saw so much wildlife, and Cory made the whole experience fun and enjoyable.The next day, my 10-year-old daughter and I did the waterfall cliff-jumping tour, and it was unforgettable! We visited three different waterfalls with Alex, and Ken and Alonso. Our photographer was Lorena and our driver was Gummi. Everyone was wonderful, and their English was excellent.My daughter was nervous at first, but she ended up doing EVERY jump — including the 30-foot jump! The trails to some of the cliff were challenging, but the guides were with us every step of the way, making us feel incredibly safe. They were encouraging and patient while we waited for each jump and never pressured us.I also have to give a huge shout-out to Lorena. I normally don’t purchase tour photos because they can be so expensive, but she did such an amazing job that I couldn’t resist. She even captured videos and slowed down the jumps, which looked SO cool! They were absolutely worth it.The guides were also incredibly accommodating with our phones and cameras. They let us bring them along and kept them safely in dry bags between waterfalls. I’m pretty sure I asked for my phone in and out of that bag a thousand times, and they never once seemed annoyed — just patient and helpful every single time!One thing that really stood out to us was how much Paddle 9 cares about recycling, protecting the environment, and preserving Costa Rica. They also taught us a bit about Costa Rica in between each stop. You could tell how proud they were of their country and how much they genuinely care teaching about it and taking care of it.Most importantly, we felt completely safe, welcomed, and cared for the entire time. Everyone we met was genuinely kind and fun to be around.If you’re considering booking an adventure in Costa Rica, book with Paddle 9! My daughter and I had an incredible experience, and we would absolutely use them again. 🇨🇷❤️
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Lauren Coker
8/16/2026