Top Costa Rica Classes & Workshops - page 7

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.

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.

Why book this experience: Join us for a truly integral surf experience in beautiful Tamarindo! Learn to surf safely and confidently with personalized guidance, improve your skills regardless of your level, and connect deeply with the ocean. Enjoy fun, supportive lessons, gain insider tips on waves, and create unforgettable memories in Costa Rica’s stunning surf paradise.

At Damo Surf Camp, we are dedicated to providing everyone with the most advanced surfing techniques and equipment. We want to make this amazing journey unique. We are focused on a personalized way of teaching, knowing that everyone evolves at different times. Our goal is to prepare you to be an independent surfer able to catch green, unbroken waves! There is no better feeling in the world other than surfing. Surfing and traveling are a way to be free, to meet people, discover ourselves and our passions. Surfing has changed the life and lifestyle of many. We aim to share these feelings and emotions that come from the sea.

You haven't been to Costa Rica if you haven't tried surfing! We invite you to come learn surfing at a beach that looks like a postcard. Tamarindo has excellent conditions for beginners on a daily basis. It's easy to learn here and it's easy to enjoy it. In just one lesson, you can pop up on your board and ride waves! We offer surfing lessons for all levels, for individuals and groups. You can also choose to take a 3-day mini course, or a full course of 5 days surfing. No matter what you choose, hang easy knowing that all equipment and a qualified instructor are included with all packages. - Learn surfing basics like popping up and paddling - Choose a private, group, or surf cours option - All equipment included surfboard and rash guard

Active travelers looking for an adventure will love this day of outdoor pursuits. With a small group of like-minded travelers (max. 15) you’ll start with a 4x4 drive up mountain roads. Hike through a rainforest to your rappelling location. Rappel and zipline through an impressive canyon before stopping for a re-energizing Costa Rican lunch. On the return trip, stop for a river swim or a soak in hot springs.

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!

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.

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

Ready to hang ten? This 5-day of small group surf lesson pack is the perfect way to immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s surfing lifestyle. Join intimate hands-on sessions with a maximum of three participants per instructor, ensuring personalized guidance tailored to your skill level. With access to our surfboard bodega at Playa Grande, a surf shack near Cabuya’s waves, and stunning beaches teeming with wildlife, this experience captures the heart of adventure and connection in this vibrant coastal paradise.

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.

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

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!

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

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.

Engage your palate in a delightful Mezcal and Chocolate Pairing Experience at Cacao Huasi. This unique tasting session explores the harmonious relationship between artisanal mezcal and craft chocolate, guiding you through a selection of three mezcals and corresponding chocolates. Discover the nuances of flavor as you learn about agave varieties, fermentation, and traditional production methods. With no prior tasting experience required, this experience invites curious travelers and food enthusiasts alike to enjoy a relaxed and informative session, uncovering the complexity of these two Mesoamerican treasures. Who Is This Experience For? Curious travelers Chocolate lovers Mezcal enthusiasts Food and drink explorers Couples and friends looking for a unique tasting experience Anyone interested in traditional food cultures and artisanal production No previous tasting experience is required.

Experience an authentic Costa Rican coffee farm, where you may see local workers harvesting coffee or carrying out their daily work around the plantation. Learn about every step of the coffee-making process, from the essential role of the coffee picker and the cultivation of the plants to the machinery used in the processing mill. You’ll also discover how coffee beans are carefully roasted to achieve the perfect flavor and aroma before enjoying a delicious cup of freshly brewed Costa Rican coffee.

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

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.

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

Chocolate and wine are both shaped by fermentation and place. This guided tasting brings their stories together in a surprising way. Taste three South American wines alongside artisanal tree-to-bar chocolates. Discover how each wine changes what you notice in the chocolate. Fruit, spice and earthy notes emerge, disappear and sometimes become something completely unexpected. There is a story behind the pairing, too. Cacao is native to the Amazon. Wine arrived in Latin America from Europe. Today, both are grown and transformed across the continent. At Cacao Huasi, we bring them together for an interesting and delicious conversation. Enjoy the tasting overlooking the Caribbean, with plenty of time to taste, talk and compare. It is a unique Puerto Viejo experience for couples, date nights, celebrations and curious food lovers.

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.