Top Guanacaste and Northwest Classes & Workshops

Enjoy the waves of Tamarindo with our passionate surf team. We combine years of teaching experience with a lifelong love of surfing to offer fun, safe and effective classes for all ages and levels. Whether you’re on the board for the first time or want to perfect advanced techniques, we tailor each lesson to your goals, always providing patience, energy and authentic local knowledge. Learn in the warm waters of one of Costa Rica’s most iconic beaches, with classes available in Spanish and English. Choose from private, group or family sessions — all with high-quality equipment included. Book today and let us turn your Tamarindo vacation into an unforgettable surfing experience!

You will get hands-on training from a local chef. You will learn traditional Costa Rica cooking techniques and cook on wood fire stove. Vegetarians options, please let us know ahead. Enjoy this amazing culinary experience and book now! Memories of traditional Costa Rican foods will stay with you forever.

Learn to cook some of the best foods in Tamarindo in this small-group cooking class. Your local chef takes you through the steps in making a three-course meal that you eat at the end with your group. Try things like tortillas, patacones, arroz de maiz, and more. Learn about Costa Rican culture through the food you prepare and the people who teach you.

Set sail and take in views of the Costa Rican coastline on this sunset tour. On board a catamaran, you’ll have the chance to spot local sealife such as whales, dolphins, turtles, rays, and seabirds. The tour also includes time to swim and snorkel or simply relax on the boat, plus a hearty lunch of BBQ chicken, black beans, and fresh fruit, and an open bar featuring premium drinks. On the sail back to Playas del Coco, you’ll catch sight of the sunset from the water.

Explore Tamarindo’s beaches and dry forest on an off-road ATV tour with river crossings and stunning tropical scenery. Learn to maneuver your vehicle, then follow your guide along a rugged circuit. Take in the sights and sounds of the Costa Rican forest and watch for birds and monkeys as you steer beneath coastal trees. Upgrade your tour to include other activities such as snorkeling, driving a UTV, ziplining, or even exploring other areas by ATV.

There’s a good reason why Tamarindo is known as a top surf destination for beginners. In just one lesson, you can pop up on your board and ride a wave when you take a private or group lesson. Or, even upgrade to a 3-day mini-surf camp—the choice is yours when you book. No matter what you choose, hang easy knowing that all equipment and a qualified instructor are included with all packages.

Get your adrenaline pumping on a whitewater rafting trip down the Tenorio River, located in a red-rock canyon in the Guanacaste mountain range. Depart from Tamarindo for a day trip to Costa Rica’s nearby forests, including lunch.

Learn how to surf in Tamarindo, one of the best spots around for beginners! Or if you are intermediate and looking to take that next step in your surfing career we have great instructors for you. Learn to surf with Mariano and other trusted local surfers right here in Tamarindo! My name is Mariano and Tamarindo is exactly where I first learned to surf! I am so excited to share my passion for surfing through teaching in this beautiful place I get to call home. Learn to surf like a local with my amazing team. Pura Vida We also provide surfing photography and videography for an additional fee, please inquire with us prior to your lesson in order to reserve capturing your surfing session!

A surf lesson with us at Tamarindo Beach is a unique experience that cannot be replicated anywhere in the world. We offer surf lessons and rentals that are tailored to your level of surf experience. Your comfort and safety in the water are our top priority. We offer expert knowledge of the region, the beach and waves that can only be provided through native, local instruction based on a lifetime of local experience. We offer lessons in English and in Spanish. Tamarindo beach hosts a world class learning wave that is perfect for everyone from beginners on a soft top board, to more advanced short boarders and everything in between. We work with all ages and ability levels. We’ll customize your lesson to suit your individual needs based on your ability level. We love to teach children, teenagers, adults and special needs surfers. Julia is a NY state certified Bilingual Special Education teacher and Mario has over 17 yrs of local surf instructing experience! We make a great dynamic team!

Enjoy a full day guided tour immersing yourself in the abundant natural landscape of Guanacaste. Ride an ATV along dirt roads into the mountains and hills of Nosara, walk along jungle trails and swim in the crystal clear waters of rivers and waterfalls. Afterwards, get a further taste of local life with a visit to an organic coffee farm and regenerative fruit farm. Learn firsthand how the bean is harvested while savouring a cup of the roasted goodness alongside a local organic lunch. All dietary needs can be accommodated.

Snorkeling stops, sunshine, and unobstructed views of Costa Rica's shoreline make this sunset catamaran cruise the ideal way to end your day—and the open bar doesn't hurt. Join a friendly crew (as well as dolphins, turtles, and flying fish) to make the most of the day's last rays on this perfectly timed tour, which ends just as the sun sinks below the horizon. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

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.

Experience a side of Playa Flamingo that many visitors miss—and make the most of half a day on the water—on this immersive catamaran cruise. After setting sail, look out for dolphins, whales, and turtles, and have the chance to snorkel, kayak, or paddleboard. When it's time to relax, enjoy unlimited drinks on board, soak up sunset views over the Pacific, and benefit from included hotel pickup and drop-off before returning to shore.

With Tamarindo Surf & Tours you'll have two hours of fun living the local, Costa Ricain surf experience you've been dreaming about. Your instructor will give you plenty of instruction and tips both in and out of the water for you to get very good chances of catching plenty of waves. We guarantee you will enjoy your lesson with us. Surfing is all about having fun and living in the moment, and that is our number one goal for you. - Lockers, showers, bathroom and changing room available. - Lessons are available in French, English, and Spanish. - You can easily meet your instructor in front of Walter's restaurant. - Surfboards and rash guards are provided, so there's no need to rent them. - This experience is suitable for all ages and skill levels, and children are welcome. - Your guide will be informative, friendly, and professional. Come catch some waves and make unforgettable memories in Tamarindo!

Fly through the canopy of a rare tropical dry forest on this ziplining excursion from the Tamarindo area. Keep your eyes peeled for sightings of monkeys, lizards, and more as you traverse the treetops on a kid-friendly morning outing. Choose between 'Easy' or 'Adventure canopy tours to suit your level of skill.

Explore the sandy beaches, secluded bays, and jungle-clad shorelines around Playa Hermosa on this afternoon catamaran cruise. Admire the views as you sail along the coast, look out for dolphins and whales, and stop to swim and snorkel in a picturesque bay. While onboard, enjoy a tasty BBQ chicken lunch, grab yourself a drink from the open bar, and watch the sunset as you cruise back to shore.

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.

Learn how to navigate Tamarindo’s waves during this roughly 1.5 hour surf lesson. Choose the group size that works for your budget, with private, small-group, and larger group options. Practice paddling, popping up, and riding with guidance from your instructor. More experienced surfers can also practice their technique by surfing alongside an instructor.

Spend a day in the wilderness that makes Costa Rica famous on this guided ATV tour from the Guanacaste coast. Follow your guide over rivers, through thick jungle foliage, past waterfalls, and more, all while learning about the native wildlife along the way. This tour includes all equipment and safety instructions as well as hotel pickup from your Guanacaste lodging.

Guests make chocolate entirely from scratch using single-origin cacao we harvest and process ourselves. This is a true craft-level experience led by the master chocolatier, not a demonstration or tourist activity. Travelers participate in every step (winnowing, refining, tempering, and molding) to create bars they can genuinely say they made themselves.

Learn how to hang ten with this beginner surf lesson in Guanacaste. Instructors choose surf sites based on the current swell and tide conditions, finding the best breaks for successful learning. Students will learn how to paddle and take control of the surfboard. There is a maximum of 4 guests per instructor allowing for personalized attention.

Learn to surf in Tamarindo at a school that teaches in a holistic manner. The instructors will assess your needs to see what you need to become a better surfer, and continue to improve and become better with further lessons. You will start with a digital presentation to understand the concepts, and go from there to your individual lesson.

Exchange the sun and surf for a high-flying adventure in the misty Monteverde Cloud Forest on this full-day combo tour. Fly through the forest canopy on a 15-cable zipline course featuring a Superman cable and Tarzan swing, and slow down for a closer look at Monteverde's rich biodiversity while walking through the treetops along hanging bridges. In between adventures, refuel with a typical Costa Rican lunch (select tours only).