Top Costa Rica On the Water

Learn to surf or refine your technique with a private lesson led by local coaches in Nosara—a personal alternative to a group lesson. Whether you're catching your first wave or working on positioning, wave selection, and turns, the instruction is adapted to your experience level. Your instructor knows the local surf conditions and helps you make the most of your time in the water.

Learn how to surf like a local in Tamarindo, Costa Rica—a popular destination for hanging ten. During the lesson, you will learn the basics, including how to paddle out by yourself. Rash guards, boards, and bottled water are included. Choose to depart from either your hotel or the surf shop.

Hang ten with a surf lesson in Uvita, Costa Rica. No matter what age or ability, this lesson can be tailored to you. It will be about two hours. A few beaches could be used, like Dominical or Playa Hermosa, all gorgeous, just dependent on the conditions. You’ll learn from a professional about riding the wave, undercurrents, body position, safezones, and much more.

Considered a hotspot for beginner surfers, Tamarindo can quickly fill up with surfers hitting the waves. Book a surf lesson in advance to make sure that you can squeeze the experience into your trip. Whether it's your first time on a board or you're just brushing up, this lesson can be catered to fit your needs with a small-group ratio of only three students per instructor.

The lush rainforest and white-sand beaches of Isla Tortuga are part of the Islas Negritos Biological Reserve, and are located along the eastern coast of the Nicoya Peninsula. With this tour, you'll set sail aboard a large cruise ship, admire views of Isla San Lucas and Isla Tortuga from the water, and enjoy time on the island to swim, snorkel, or relax on the beach.

Enjoy two Costa Rican adventures in one day on this 8-hour combo tour from La Fortuna. You'll fly through the air on a zipline and then navigate the Balsa River on a whitewater rafting experience. Lunch is included.

Go scuba diving in Costa Rica in the waters of the Gulf of Papagayo when you visit Playa Hermosa. Choose from several tour options with dive sites that are suited for beginners, certified divers, and advanced divers. For people with more experience, tours to Catalina and Bat Islands are offered.

Appease your appetite for adventure during an exhilarating 3-hour rafting session on the Sarapiqui River from Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui . With an experienced guide, conquer the Class II and III rapids on the river’s most intense section and feel your adrenaline levels surge. During calmer periods, marvel at the abundance of exotic wildlife on the banks of the Sarapiqui River and listen to fascinating commentary from your guide.

Relax like VIP on Flamingo Beach when you book this full-day private beach package. Your package includes everything you need to unwind, including towels, ice chests, Bluetooth speakers, shades, cornhole boards and bags, and zero-gravity chairs. You’ll also have a waiter ready to deliver snacks, food, and drinks to your area. Your private space is located near the Coco Loco Restaurant where you can also order whatever you wish.

Paddle out to Capitan Island in Las Baulas National Marine Park on a kayak with this tour from Tamarindo Beach. Once on the island, you'll have plenty of time to explore the varied landscapes, see marine life in tidepools, and spend time swimming and snorkeling in crystalline waters before paddling back to Tamarindo.

Active, nature-loving travelers will enjoy a day of kayaking on the Gandoca Lagoon, a mangrove forest on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast. Your guide will keep you going in the right direction and will point out animals you might otherwise miss, such as caimans, sloths, and more. Enjoy the peace and quiet in an uncrowded natural area, and get the chance to ask your guide questions.

Two popular Costa Rica adventures come together into one adventure-packed day with this white-water rafting and canyoning tour from La Fortuna. During the canyoning portion, rock climb, rappel down a waterfall, and zipline—all under the watchful eye of your guide. Then, head down to the Balsa River for a 2-hour white-water rafting tour with class II to III rapids. When to action ends, wind down with a typical Costa Rican lunch.

Costa Rica’s capital is located inland but you don’t need a weeks-long vacation to enjoy time at the beach. This day trip to Tortuga Island makes it easy to swim and sunbathe directly from San Jose. After a pickup in the capital and transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, spend the day on a beach featuring clear turquoise water and surrounded by rainforest. Swim, snorkel, and refuel with the provided lunch.

Learn how to surf with a pro with this surfing class in Manuel Antonio, suitable for complete beginners. You'll practice paddling and getting up on your surfboard, learn how to read and catch waves, and get briefings on how to safely navigate surf and keep yourself safe in case of riptides.

Escape to a secluded beach paradise on a day cruise to Playa Fantasia, a hidden stretch of sand on the Nicoya Peninsula that's only accessible by boat. Enjoy the 40-minute catamaran ride from Jaco Beach, and spend several hours relaxing on beach hammocks or trying water sports like surfing, snorkeling, and boogie boarding. Stay refreshed with included tropical cocktails and a fresh chef’s lunch prepared right on the beach.

Active, outdoor-loving travelers will enjoy this combo day tour that includes two fun adventure sports. Start the day with some gentle paddle boarding in the calm waters of Manuel Antonio’s Maracas Bay, taking in the coastal views. After, head south to a series of hidden waterfalls that you might not find independently. Swim, slide, and jump into the waterfalls and plunge pools, or just find a sunny spot to relax.

Explore Costa Rica’s natural beauty with this shore excursion to the Veragua Rainforest and Tortuguero Canals. Visit the rainforest’s wildlife attractions (admission not included), enjoy a guided boat ride through the canals, and take a brief city tour of Puerto Limon. The tour also includes a stop at a local grocery store for coffee shopping and round-trip port transfers.

If you’re wanting to see some of Costa Rica’s most beautiful sights, but trying to avoid major crowds, this Lake Arenal Sunset Cruise is a great choice. You’ll cruise out on Lake Arenal with views of the Arenal Volcano and local flora, fauna, and wildlife. Plus, you can relax as you ride while sipping on Costa Rican moonshine and sampling tasty snacks, with convenient hotel pickup included.

Under an hour from Liberia, the real wonders of Playas del Coco hide just off the sand. On this tour, you’ll get away from the crowds and sail to the caves of Playa Huevo, snorkel amongst the formations—and so much marine life—and hit the private, pristine beaches of Playa Jicarito.

Leave the party-boat behind and set sail on a serene half-day sunset cruise on a semi-private, 50-foot (15-meter) boat. With only 13 passengers on board, sail the Gulf of Papagayo enjoying swimming, snorkeling, and fishing. Unwind with a cocktail from the open bar and look out over the lush coastline. Enjoy lunch served by the crew and watch the sunset over the horizon before heading back to shore.

Experience a unique ocean experience with a local guide, perfect for those looking to enjoy the sea in a relaxed and authentic way. This private tour combines snorkeling in calm coastal waters with inshore fishing. Explore colorful reefs, swim among tropical fish and enjoy the seascape while relaxing on board. You can catch weights such as cockfish, red snapper, cubera, blackfin tuna, yellowfin tuna among others. If you're lucky whales, dolphins and turtles will host you. The experience is fully personalized, with small groups, close attention and all necessary equipment included. It is an excellent choice for those who want to connect with nature, enjoy the ocean and create unforgettable memories in Costa Rica.

The service and profesionalism, safety and fun will be together. People will do an extreme outdoor activity and at the same time our staff will take care of them.

We offer the Best Surf Lessons in beautiful Tamarindo Beach. The best place to learn guided by the natives' experience and certified instructors, located at the iconic Tamarindo Diria Hotel.

Peaceful and calm, the winding mangrove forests of the Preciosa Platanares Wildlife Refuge are best enjoyed by kayak. On this tour, quietly paddle through the brackish waters of a large mangrove forest with a guide who shares interesting information about the plants and animals, but knows when to be quiet to increase your chances of seeing more animals in the wild.