Top Central Pacific Classes & Workshops

Learn to surf in Uvita Costa Rica at your own pace, with a private instructor. You don’t need to share with a group, or feel like you’re on your own. Instead, your personalized instructor will take you step by step through the surfing process. This two hour lesson is great for beginners to intermediates. No matter what level you start from, you’re guaranteed to gain confidence.

Get hands-on with Costa Rican home cooking at a family-run farm in Monteverde. Learn to prepare traditional bread and empanadas using recipes passed down through generations. After making the food, enjoy tasting what you’ve prepared in a welcoming setting with beautiful countryside views. It’s a chance to go beyond sampling local cuisine and learn how to make it yourself.

If you’ve always wanted to learn to surf, Jaco is a great place to finally do it. During the two-hour lesson you’ll learn to paddle, stand up, drop into waves, and ride. By the end of the lesson you should be ready to stand and ride your first wave. Receive personalized attention in a small-group lesson that will be tailored to your experience level.

Our 2-hour group lesson is perfect for those who want to try surfing for the first time, as well as those who want to improve their technique. It is not necessary to know how to swim since chest height as deepest,you will be accompanied and guided by trained instructors. Come with your family or friends!! kids less 10 yo and seniors over 50 yo,will need to book a private class to take care of every detail and ensure the best experience in terms of results and safety. In our class, you will learn the basics of surfing and safety, reading the water, waves and currents, training the technique on land, and then you will go into the water.We recommend that it be one of the first activities you do, as surfing requires energy, enthusiasm, and a rested body to enjoy it to the fullest! After the lesson, Just relax in our beach chairs and umbrellas! Start your adventure with the waves and feel the Pura Vida from the beginning!!☀️

Ten la oportunidad de vivir y ser parte de una experiencia autentica y rural de la producción de café, caña de azúcar y cacao de los costarricenses, además de conocer como esta ha influido en el desarrollo económico y social de Costa Rica. Podrás vivir una experiencia sensorial, de cada uno de los productos además de deliciosas degustaciones de los productos que realizaremos juntos Esta es una vivencia brindada por personas apasionadas y amantes por el café, que les gusta su trabajo y que poseen una excelente relación con la naturaleza y su entorno.

The golden sands and consistent waves of Espadilla Norte Beach make it a popular destination for surfers in the Manuel Antonio National Park. With this tour, hone your surf skills or learn to catch your first wave with a surf lesson to suit your level. Learn beginner basics and pro tips from your surf instructors, then hit the waves to practice for as long as you like.

If you’ve always wanted to learn to surf, or to improve on basic skills, Santa Teresa or Hermosa Beaches are great places to do so. Choose from a beginner, intermediate, or advanced 90-minute lesson with a private instructor to boost your confidence and your skills. Receive personalized attention from your instructor so you can learn the most in a short time.

We offer more than just chocolate, Firstly, the chocolate tour begins with the cultural and biological background of cacao in Costa Rica. It further introduces into the collecting, fermenting, grinding and finally the making of chocolate, the drink of the gods. Secondly, we talk about coffee and its importance for Costa Rica's economic and cultural development. We have a showroom with important coffee picking instruments and a better explanation of the process of coffee production. We want to show you how to make Café-Chorreado, the real Costa Rican practice of preparing coffee. Amongst other sampling methods. Finally, we want to look at one of the most important aspects of Costarican culture and tradition, the trapiche: A sugar cane mill. Here we grind sugar cane to extract the juice and make all kinds of local and delicious candy. This is for sure the sweetest tour in the area. We have recently added a MEDICINAL PLANTS GARDEN TO OUR EXPERIENCE AND A CHOCOLATE FACTORY

Costa Rica is renowned for its chocolate production and exports chocolate all around the world. On this tour, go behind-the-scenes at a traditional cocoa plantation, learn how chocolate is made from bean to bar, and sample the cocoa fruit. Get involved as you watch the chocolate-making process, then sample a variety of delicious chocolates and tropical fruits.

Welcome to our Coffee Brewing Experience in the heart of Costa Rica! In just four exciting hours, you’ll explore the world of specialty coffee and master three iconic brewing methods—hands-on, fun, and delicious. We’ll kick off with a warm welcome and an intro to roasting, showing how different roasts unlock unique flavors. Then dive into the French Press, creating a bold, full-bodied cup you’ll brew yourself. Next, discover the elegance of the Chemex—a precise pour-over that delivers clean, aromatic coffee. With expert guidance, you’ll learn the art of the perfect pour. After a tasty lunch break, step into tradition with the Café Chorreado, Costa Rica’s beloved brewing method. Using a wooden stand and cloth filter, you’ll craft a smooth, authentic cup treasured for generations. We’ll close with a friendly Q&A, time for photos, and plenty of memories. You’ll leave inspired, energized, and with a brand-new appreciation for every cup you drink!

More than just a fun white-water rafting trip, this tour on the Savegre River includes a fully-narrated drive to the put-in location for an opportunity to learn about local wildlife. Plus, in the middle of running Class II and III rapids with a guide, you stop to visit tucked-away waterfall—chances are you'll be the only people there.

We will take you around our cacao plantation and vanilla to educate and learn before all the eating and sampling of coffee and chocolate products. We will have lunch and any more snacks that will make you happy.

All in One: Chocolate, Coffee & Trapiche Tour – Manuel Antonio Looking for an experience that’s sweet, rich, and uniquely Costa Rican? This tour blends three traditions into one unforgettable adventure! Chocolate – Discover the magical story of cacao, from its ancient roots to its role in Costa Rica today. Watch it go from bean to “drink of the gods” — and enjoy plenty of tastings along the way. Coffee – Step into Costa Rica’s world-famous coffee culture. Explore real plants, authentic tools, and the full process from bean to cup. Then, prepare your own café chorreado, the traditional way locals have brewed for generations. Trapiche – Witness sugar cane pressed before your eyes and sip on agua de sapo, a refreshing, sweet favorite you’ll love. All this takes place in our private jungle preserve, just 10 minutes from Manuel Antonio — home to sloths, monkeys, and colorful birds. Culture, flavor, nature, and tradition — all in one amazing tour!

Join us for a four-hour journey from bean to cup at our farm in Costa Rica. We’ll start with a warm welcome and an introduction to the world of coffee, including Arabica and Robusta and what makes each unique. Next, watch green beans transform during roasting and taste the difference in an interactive cupping session, just like the pros. Then, stroll through our coffee garden to see the plants up close and learn fun facts about their growth. After a delicious lunch break, it’s your turn behind the espresso machine! Pull the perfect shot, steam silky milk, and practice latte art—hearts, rosettas, and more. We’ll wrap up with a friendly Q&A, photos, and memories that will leave you with a deeper love for every cup of coffee.

Welcome to Our Coffee Experience! Join us for a four-hour journey from bean to cup at our farm in Costa Rica. We’ll start with a warm welcome and an introduction to the world of coffee, including Arabica and Robusta and what makes each unique. Next, watch green beans transform during roasting and taste the difference in an interactive cupping session, just like the pros. Then, stroll through our coffee garden to see the plants up close and learn fun facts about their growth. After a delicious lunch break, it’s your turn behind the espresso machine! Pull the perfect shot, steam silky milk, and practice latte art—hearts, rosettas, and more. We’ll wrap up with a friendly Q&A, photos, and memories that will leave you with a deeper love for every cup of coffee.

Dive into Costa Rica’s coffee culture with our hands-on brewing experience! In just four hours, you’ll explore three iconic methods—French Press, Chemex, and traditional Cafe Chorreado. Learn how roast and technique shape flavor, brew your own aromatic cups, and taste the difference yourself. Enjoy a delicious lunch, connect with local coffee traditions, and finish with a fun Q and A. Perfect for coffee lovers ready to sip, learn, and savor every moment!

Step into the world of Costa Rican coffee with an unforgettable experience! Watch raw green beans transform into aromatic roasted coffee, and learn how roast levels create unique tastes. Then, join a professional-style cupping session, savoring aromas, acidity, and body just like the experts. Stroll through our vibrant coffee garden, see the plants up close, and discover surprising facts about their growth and harvest. Midway, take a 40-minute break to relax and enjoy a delicious lunch. Afterward, it’s your turn behind the espresso machine! Learn to pull the perfect shot, steam silky milk, and create latte art—hearts, rosettas, and more. This fun, hands-on activity is the highlight for many. We’ll finish with a friendly Q&A, plenty of photo opportunities, and lasting memories. You’ll leave not only inspired but with a new appreciation for every cup you drink!

our group class. Ideal for all levels, you will learn to read the waves, improve your technique and connect with the ocean in a relaxed and fun environment. Share the energy of the group, laugh, challenge yourself and live an authentic experience guided by Juan, our main instructor, is a surfer with more than 20 years of experience teaching in Santa Teresa and a lifetime dedicated to the sea. It is certified as a lifesaver and backed by the local surf association, ensuring professionalism and safety. ✨Because not only will you learn to surf, but you will live an authentic, safe and personalized experience. We adapt each class to the level of the student – beginner, intermediate or advanced – to ensure a real and fun evolution.

This group tour near Manuel Antonio takes you into the jungle for a yoga and hiking excursion, followed by lunch and even learning to make corn tortillas. You’ll start with a hotel pickup to keep things running smoothly, then your guide will organize yoga, a hike, a waterfall visit, and a well-earned lunch in a local’s home.

We have this activity located only 10 minutes away from Manuel Antonio and Quepos. Is a perfect family friendly experience regardless of the weather. We have recently included a delicious meal, now you basically get the following. Transportation Bilingual guide Water Coffee Chocolate samples Caramelized cacao beans Sugarcane juice And the whole tour if the cacao plantation and healing plants that are essential to our local culture.

Surf at one of Costa Rica’s best beaches with certified instructors who guide you every step of the way. Whether it’s your first time or you’ve tried before, we guarantee you’ll stand up and ride your first wave. Unlike crowded surf schools, our lessons take place in a private section of Playa Chaman, offering the perfect conditions for learning. The 2 to 3-hour session ensures plenty of time to practice, improve, and gain confidence in the water. We focus on personalized coaching, making sure each guest gets the attention they need. Halfway through, we take a refreshing break with tropical fruits and hydrating drinks before heading back into the waves. With expert guidance, the right conditions, and a relaxed atmosphere, this isn’t just a surf lesson—it’s an unforgettable experience in one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful locations. Book now and ride your first wave!

Learn more about Costa Rican culture and nature through an interactive cooking class in the Manuel Antonio area. Rather than just being stuck in a kitchen, you’ll first tour vanilla and cacao plantations, a sugarcane mill, and a medicinal garden with herbs and vegetables, so you can see where the ingredients come from. Then learn to cook some local specialties with your expert instructor and eat them together after.

Live the real Surf experience with us, the best technique learned from costarican champion, passion and soul will give you an unforgettable lesson We provide you the necessary equipment for the activity, surf board, ocean guide and professional instructors, Uv protection shirt, theory and Practice Our method will help you to pop up on the board since the first waves, a safety lesson with an instructor that is gonna be in the water with you all the time guiding every step you give and teaching you the best way to paddle ,stand up, dive under the way or pass the break and finally catch and ride the waves like a professional