Top Costa Rica Classes & Workshops - page 8

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.

Delight in a unique culinary journey with Chef Eddie at Eklectic Kitchen, where Costa Rican soul meets global flavors. Whether you're in a luxury villa or attending an intimate dinner at his home in Portasol, savor personalized dishes crafted from the freshest local ingredients. From comforting Beef Stroganoff to vibrant Tom Kha Pasta, each meal showcases Chef Eddie's creativity and passion for cooking. This experience isn’t just about food; it’s about sharing stories and enjoying a culinary art form that nourishes the body and soul.

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 experience stands out in Manuel Antonio as the only one combining a professional percussive massage gun with immersive ocean-wave therapy. While other activities focus solely on relaxation or adventure, ours delivers deep recovery and intense healing—enhancing circulation, stimulating the lymphatic system, relieving pain, reducing soreness, and preventing injury. It’s not just a massage; it’s a cutting-edge wellness revival designed to restore your body like nowhere else in the area.

Unveil the Hidden Gems of Costa Rica's Tropical Fruits! This experience goes beyond just tasting, it's about understanding the story behind each and every ingredient. Fruit Sampling Adventure: Begin your adventure by learning about where these fruits are grown. Discover the cultivation process, the unique characteristics of each fruit, and the cultural significance they hold in Costa Rican traditions. Juice Mixology Workshop: Become an expert as you create and taste three delicious fruit juice mixes. Mastering the techniques to balance flavors, enhance the natural sweetness, and create refreshing beverages that are both tasty and healthy. Health Benefits Overview: Gain a deeper understanding of how these fruits can boost your immune system, provide essential vitamins and minerals, and support overall health and wellness. Cultural Insights: Immerse yourself in the local culture as you learn about the traditional uses of these exotic delights in traditional cuisine and medicine.

A guided 3-hour painting experience to relax, trust the process, learn, and create in expert hands, with wonderful ocean views and seasonal themes.

Enjoy panoramic views of the Chachagua Forest Reserve and the guide will be able to take photographs of different animals, including birds and sloths. The tour also includes a short walk to visit a 60-meter-high ceiba tree. Our guides have extensive knowledge of the flora and fauna and will provide explanations about nature during the horseback tour. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a typical Costa Rican lunch, which is a part of a cooking class. You can also roast your coffee and make tortillas at the end of the tour. The tour covers a total of 5 kilometers around our rainforest reserve and is highly recommended for families and nature lovers. Guests can collect ingredients during the horseback ride to cook their lunch at the typical Don Lelo ranch

Step into a private tarot experience in the Costa Rica jungle. This 45–60 minute session combines intuitive guidance, energy insight, and soulful conversation to help you gain clarity, direction, and deeper alignment.

Your Surf Trip offers much more than a traditional lesson. Instead of staying on beaches full of tourists, look for the best conditions of the day to take you to less crowded spots with better waves depending on your level. Thanks to personalized coaching and local knowledge, you will live a premium, authentic experience focused entirely on progressing and enjoying surfing.

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.

This experience is unique because it transcends a simple tasting to become a deep, hands-on immersion into both the craft and culture of coffee. You won't just watch a demonstration; you will personally master three distinct brewing methods, from the global standards of the French Press and Chemex to the cherished Costa Rican tradition of Café Chorreado. This triad of techniques provides a comprehensive understanding of how method influences flavor, from bold and rich to clean and aromatic. What truly sets it apart is the context. You are learning this craft in the heart of Costa Rica, a world-renowned coffee origin. The session is framed by the essential art of roasting, connecting the bean's journey directly to your cup. You leave not just with new skills, but with a tangible connection to the local heritage and a storyteller's appreciation for every sip, making it a truly unforgettable personal and cultural journey.

Dive into Costa Rica’s coffee culture with your hands-on brewing experience! In just four hours, you’ll explore three iconic methods—French Press, Chemex, and traditional Café 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&A. Perfect for coffee lovers ready to sip, learn, and savor every moment!

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!

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!

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.

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.

This private experience offers a unique opportunity to delve into the heart of Bribri Indigenous culture, far from the usual tourist paths. Start your day by crossing the river in a traditional boat, leading to a Spiritual Center where you’ll learn about their beliefs and healing practices. A gentle walk takes you to a scenic river, followed by a visit to an Indigenous family for a delicious traditional lunch. Engage in the age-old tradition of chocolate making, guided by the Bribri people themselves. You'll be able to walk through their huge property in a primary forest and learn about edible and medicinal plants. This journey promises authentic interactions and an unforgettable cultural exchange.

We offer deep, personalised healing - not a spa menu, but a fully tailored session guided by your body's signals. Badria's Signature session uniquely integrates somatic bodywork (trauma-informed touch working with the nervous system), conscious breathwork, and kundalini activation (energy work facilitating emotional release and expanded awareness) into one experience. Most practitioners offer these separately. Being away from daily life creates a natural opening for deeper work. Samara's calm bay and Blue Zone pace support your nervous system in letting go of what it holds onto at home. Many visitors say their session became the highlight of their Costa Rica trip. Sessions are private, one-on-one, in a peaceful jungle setting in Buena Vista, Samara. No prior experience needed. Badria is a certified Somatic Bodywork Therapist and Kundalini Activation Facilitator rated 5.0 on Google.

Tailored for surfers of all levels, this elite surf experience in Costa Rica offers personalized coaching from professional surfers Dean Wandevalle and Malakai Martinez. Each session adapts to the day’s best surf spots, ensuring optimal conditions for both beginners and advanced surfers. Enjoy in-water guidance, premium equipment, and an authentic connection to local surf culture. With a maximum ratio of two students per coach, participants receive focused attention and the option for video coaching and pro feedback, enhancing the learning process.

Are you ready to shake up your evening? Unleash your inner mixologist by learning from those who have mixed and stirred their way around the world. Join our Mixology Experts behind the bar and lets master 3 timeless classics and exotic signature cocktails together. Learn the dos and donts, whzs and hows of mixology from a menu currated by world reknoned Felipo Baldan. Together, we will: - Demystify the secrets behind each sip - Dive into the alchemy of flavors - Learn the art of balancing subtle nuances of ingredients - Craft personalized beverages

This experience goes far beyond a typical tour — it’s an authentic connection with Costa Rica’s culture, nature, and people. You’ll spend the day learning from true locals, discovering how coffee and cacao are grown, harvested, and transformed by hand. You’ll also visit a sloth and wildlife sanctuary that focuses on rescue and rehabilitation, offering meaningful insight into Costa Rica’s conservation efforts. Unlike large commercial tours, this experience is intimate, educational, and personal, operated by born-and-raised Costa Ricans who proudly share their traditions and values. Every stop supports small local families and businesses, helping you experience the real essence of Costa Rica while making a positive impact on the community.

Foil surfing is the new way to fly over the ocean. Thanks to a special board that lifts you over the water, you will slide in absolute silence, with total smoothness and speed. You don’t need previous experience – your learning is progressive, safe and designed to enjoy you from the first minute. Classes are held in Tamarindo, Guanacaste, one of the most iconic surf spots in Costa Rica, with the exclusive Pangas Beach Club as the meeting point. You will learn from Tomas Pathenay. At the age of 18, Tomas is Costa Rica’s national champion, Latin American surf champion, and current WSL World Tour competitor. Each session lasts two hours and includes the full equipment (lycra, helmet and insurance). Upon completion, you will have free access to the facilities of Pangas Beach Club, with showers, lockers and its oceanfront restaurant. Quotas are limited to guarantee 100% personalized attention. Encourage yourself to live it!

This experience is designed to help groups slow down, align, and connect in a natural, pressure‑free way. Rather than focusing on performance or competition, the session emphasizes shared preparation, presence, and collaboration. The facilitator guides the flow gently, allowing conversation and connection to emerge organically. Inspired by Costa Rican and Blue Zone traditions, the experience uses food as a neutral and welcoming space where everyone can participate, regardless of cooking skill.