Top Costa Rica Classes & Workshops - page 7

This property is located in a famous area of Costa Rica. Surrounded by forest and framed in an endless beach, which makes it the perfect location for yoga practice.

Improve your surfing techniques in this small group coaching session on the gorgeous waters of Selena in Tamarindo. This class is best for intermediate and advanced surfers, where your surfing will be filmed and then analyzed by your professional instructors. Surfboards, snacks, and transport to the waves is provided, so you just need to show up ready to surf.

Spend three days surfing in Costa Rica’s crystal-clear waters with a surf package that includes three 2-hour lessons. This private course is suited to complete beginners or travelers looking to improve their existing skills—your surf teacher tailors your lessons to you, to help you get the most out of your experience.

Join a local Costa Rican family for an evening of cooking and conversation at their home near Tenorio Volcano. Enjoy the a meal you won't have at any restaurant as you learn to prepare homemade tortillas, grilled tropical dishes, and other Costa Rican specialties. You can help out in the kitchen or just watch and learn tips and recipes to try back home. Sit down with your hosts to savor the homestyle cuisine together for a delicious cultural experience.

Welcome to the Blue Zone experience, where the secrets of longevity are served on a plate. Dive into the art of preparing traditional dishes. Picture yourself crafting a hearty bowl of gallo pinto, a flavorful mix of rice and beans, seasoned with a blend of spices that have been passed down through generations. As you cook, you'll learn about the nutritional benefits of each ingredient and how they play a crucial role in the Blue Zone lifestyle. Whether you're a hands-on enthusiast or prefer to observe and savor, you can choose how much to participate in this immersive experience. By the end of the class, you'll not only have a deeper appreciation for the culinary traditions of Costa Rica but also a newfound understanding of how simple, wholesome ingredients can lead to a longer, healthier life. So, roll up your sleeves, grab a wooden spoon, and get ready to cook your way to longevity.

Discover La Fortuna with our 2-in-1 combo and choose two of the following adventures for a personalized experience! Combine Hanging Bridges to walk through the treetops and observe the jungle from new heights with La Fortuna Waterfall, where you can enjoy a refreshing swim under a majestic waterfall. Another option is the Arenal Volcano Hike, which offers scenic trails around the volcano. For wildlife lovers, the Sloth Tour will allow you to see sloths in their natural habitat, while the Night Tour explores the nocturnal jungle. Jungle Yoga offers a relaxation session in a serene natural environment. Ideal for adventurers, families and those looking for a diverse experience in one of the most impressive destinations in Costa Rica.

It is an exclusive nightlife experience with the best discos and events. With entry without a waiting line to the clubs and guaranteed entry. It is a tour accompanied by locals where you will be safe, in the best environment, spending an incredible night. They will visit the Zuntra clubs located in the Escalante neighborhood and the Mercadito la California and La Concha de la Lora located in the California neighborhood. We will be notifying you of the different events that take place on the day of the activity to offer different alternatives to adjust as much as possible to the client's tastes.

Why This Tour Is Unforgettable While others just sightsee, you’ll live the secrets of the world’s most famous Blue Zone. * Exclusive Access: Go beyond typical tourist paths into a private Nicoya beneficio and a restricted indigenous Mantambu bungalow. * The Alchemy of Longevity: Taste the exact coffee and ancestral brews credited with sustaining the world's longest-lived people. * Tactile History: Don’t just watch; get your hands in the clay to create Chorotega art using techniques passed down for centuries. * Legacy in Motion: Walk the streets of Nicoya not as a tourist, but as a guest learning the "Plan de Vida" directly from the source. * Complete Concierge Care: From private door-to-door transport to a professional video of your day, we handle the details so you can focus on the connection.

San Luis Viewpoint Enjoy local coffee while overlooking the mountains where Monteverde’s first agricultural communities emerged. Learn about rural life, mountain agriculture, and how the forest once provided food, medicine, and survival. Rural Experience Walk through a local rural space where plants, cooking, and agriculture are still part of daily life. Discover edible and medicinal plants, local products, bees Taste local products and connect with a slower, more intentional way of living. Historical Transition Stop Reflect on how dairy production and community organization transformed Monteverde’s economy and landscape, helping shape the region’s transition toward conservation and tourism. Includes a small local cheese tasting. Traditional Cooking Experience at Sensoria Monteverde Cook together over a traditional wood-fired stove using local ingredients inspired by rural Costa Rican cuisine. Connect with people and the origins of cooking locally!

Almost everyone loves coffee and sugar, yet few people know where these crops come from or the work required to transform them into the ready-to-enjoy forms we’re so used to. Here, you’ll experience the entire process firsthand and leave with a deeper understanding—and a greater appreciation—of what it truly takes to bring these everyday staples to your table.

Immerse yourself in a transformative afternoon with Earth to Skin, a nurturing experience that harmonizes body, community, and nature. Engage in gentle partner yoga and explore your creative side with a unique blue clay ritual, utilizing 100% organic clay sourced from the Costa Rican rainforest. This session fosters emotional connection, trust, and embodied awareness in a welcoming environment. As the day fades, join the sunset beach circle for reflection and community building, creating lasting connections while grounding yourself in nature’s embrace. Perfect for all bodies and backgrounds, this experience enriches your wellbeing through movement and shared exploration.

This is a feel-good evening where everyone is welcome grill newbies and seasoned carnivores alike. You’ll be welcomed into an open-air space or cozy patio in San José, where coals are glowing, music is playing, and the scent of garlic, lime, and slow-roasted meat fills the air. Start with a welcome drink, meet your hosts and fellow guests, and get right into prepping and grilling side by side. You’ll learn about Costa Rica’s cuts, how to build a perfect fire, and the secrets to juicy, flavor-packed meat. Along the way, you’ll snack, sip, laugh, and eat together like family. Come hungry, leave inspired. Why It’s Special: Learn Costa Rica’s unique approach to grilling with a seasoned asador Taste traditional cuts and marinades rarely seen outside the country Connect with fellow travelers over smoke, music, and chilled drinks Dive into culinary culture that blends indigenous, Afro-Caribbean, and Spanish influences

This workshop takes place inside a real bean-to-bar factory using cacao grown on our own organic farm. Guests taste cacao at every stage—from fresh fruit to roasted beans—and learn directly from our master chocolatier. The guided sensory tasting teaches travelers how professionals evaluate chocolate.

We are sure that the most special thing about this activity is the authenticity and personalization of the service. We emphasize that the activity is done in our home and not in a touristic place that makes it more special since we open the doors of the home to people we do not know, but who we want to feel comfortable as when we receive the best friends. We do our utmost to offer an interactive experience where you will discover the unique flavors of traditional tortillas and empanadas with delicious accompaniments of Costa Rican cuisine.

Discover the intricate journey of coffee as you explore the lush landscapes of the Poás Volcano region. Engage in the entire coffee-making process, from seed planting to the final brew, guided by knowledgeable experts. This tour not only offers a hands-on experience but also includes a delightful coffee tasting session to savor the rich flavors of Costa Rican coffee. Perfect for coffee lovers and families, this tour combines education with enjoyment in a small group setting. - Learn about coffee cultivation and production with expert guides - Enjoy a coffee tasting experience included in the tour - Ideal for families, with a comfortable group size for interaction - Morning and afternoon sessions available for flexible scheduling

This is not a cooking class or a typical food tour, it’s a delicious, eye-opening journey through Costa rica’s extraordinary biodiversity, guided by a local fruit lover. If you opt for the full experience, your day begins at one of San Jose’s bustling markets, where your host will select and open fruits you’ve probably never seen before. Want to skip the walk? No problem — the tasting alone is just as immersive. As you taste, you’ll discover: Nutritional properties and healing uses Indigenous and colonial histories Seasonal patterns and farming traditions Culinary secrets from Central America From tangy to creamy, sweet to earthy, this tasting experience invites you to rediscover fruit the Costa Rican way.

What makes this experience unique is that you'll learn salsa in the heart of the Caribbean with a Costa Rican teacher with over 10 years of experience. You'll not only dance, you'll also experience the rhythm, culture, and authentic joy of the Caribbean in a warm, fun, and accessible environment for everyone, regardless of your skill level

Besides all the delicious chocolate samples we have for you and all the information provided by your expert guides, we are located only 10 minutes from Quepos and Manuel Antonio beach.

Explore the rich coffee heritage of Costa Rica at Hacienda La Chimba. This engaging 1.5-hour tour takes you through a historic coffee estate where tradition meets culture. Begin your journey at the Coffee Museum House, where captivating antique photographs unveil the significance of coffee in shaping the nation. Wander through lush gardens and working plantations, crossing the scenic Koi Fish Bridge and visiting a charming colonial-style chapel. Conclude your adventure with a unique coffee tasting session, savoring Hacienda La Chimba's high-altitude Arabica coffee in three distinct processes—washed, natural, and honey. Perfect for coffee lovers and families seeking an authentic cultural experience.

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

Tamarindo, Costa Rica is a world-renowned surf location, made famous for the movie The Endless Summer. There are almost always great waves, but not too big, perfect for learning to surf. Whether this is your first time on a surfboard or you have some experience and want to work on your technique, our lessons are guaranteed to improve your skills. Our 2 hour lessons are taught by locals that have been surfing in Costa Rica for nearly their entire lives, so you will get the best insight there is in Tamarindo. With our 3 lesson Tamarindo Surf Camp, you will have the freedom to choose which 3 days you do your lessons, leaving you free time for other activities! We will customize your Tamarindo surf lessons based on your current skill level focusing on the following techniques: Etiquette Safety Paddling Popping up Board Position Stance Reading Waves Guaranteed to improve your surfing skills!

Experience the unique flavor of La Casita Barra Honda's Fruit Atelier – a blend of fresh, tropical tastes and genuine Costa Rican hospitality. Nestled in a charming, family-run setting, this experience goes beyond the ordinary, offering a chance to connect with local flavors and traditions in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

What makes our Full Day unique in Boca Tapada This experience combines the best of photography, nature and comfort in one day. Unlike other tours, our focus is not only to observe, but to teach how to capture unique moments with your camera, in scenarios where wildlife is naturally displayed. What distinguishes us: Exclusive access to specialized photo hides, such as the King Vulture. Hummingbird speed-flash sessions designed to obtain professional images with technical support in the field. A complete tour guided by a naturalist photographer who shares his knowledge of light, composition and animal behavior. Private transportation, Costa Rican coffee and a quiet environment that allows you to enjoy and learn without hurry. Every detail is designed for you to live an authentic, educational and 100% focused experience on bird photography and tropical nature.

After making a coffee in Costa Rica´s traditional “coffee maker”, sit and enjoy the sights and sounds of the rainforest that surrounds the experimental farm filled with herbs, fruit trees, and much more. For the non-coffee drinkers, try another Costa Rica beverage or a herbal tea. With your coffee energy boost, it is now time to see why the Aztecs called chocolate the food of the gods and how it is transformed from some fruit on a tree to a delicious snack in a bar and a soothing hot chocolate drink. Using traditional century-old techniques, create your own personalized chocolate bar that is yours to enjoy. This Tastes of Costa Rica experience is a must for coffee fans, chocolate lovers and foodies. This hands-on gastronomical journey is educational, entertaining, and delicious!