Top Costa Rica Classes & Workshops

Experience surfing in Tamarindo with White Sand Surf School, where every level of surfer is welcome. What sets us apart is our focus on more than just teaching—you’ll gain the skills, safety, and confidence to surf independently. Your experienced instructors specialize in beginners, intermediates, and advanced surfers, tailoring each lesson to your goals. At White Sand, we believe understanding the ocean is just as important as standing on the board. That’s why we teach you how to read waves, connect with the elements, and truly feel at home in the water. Whether it’s your first wave or your hundredth, every session is designed to help you surf your best and leave the ocean stoked.

We go beyond traditional surf lessons by offering a personalized experience tailored to each surfer’s skill level. Before entering the water, we provide an in-depth demonstration covering safety, wave dynamics, and proper technique to build confidence and understanding. Unlike standard lessons, our instructors stay by your side in the water, offering real-time feedback to accelerate progress. Whether you're a beginner catching your first wave or an advanced surfer refining your technique, lessons are adapted to your pace and goals. After each session, we provide snacks and electrolytes to support hydration and recovery, ensuring you leave the water feeling energized. Our mission is to create a surf experience that blends expert guidance, ocean awareness, and pure stoke, helping you make the most of every wave!

Begin with the fascinating history of cacao — the “drink of the gods.” From its cultural roots to its importance here in Costa Rica, you’ll discover the process step by step: harvesting, fermenting, grinding, and of course… tasting real chocolate! Next, explore one of Costa Rica’s most famous treasures: coffee. Learn how this golden bean shaped our culture and economy. Visit our coffee showroom with live plants and traditional tools, discover the art of café chorreado Finally, enjoy the sweetest part of the tour: the trapiche. Watch sugar cane being pressed and taste agua de sapo, a refreshing and traditional Costa Rican drink.

“Discover the art of chocolate on a unique tour that combines interactive learning and machine bike fun. From the cocoa tree to the chocolate bar, experience every step of the way while creating delicious memories in a natural and authentic setting in Heredia, Costa Rica. Perfect for chocolate lovers and sustainable adventures!" Each step of the tour offers a deep connection to the artisan process, enhancing the essence of the natural flavors of cocoa and highlighting the difference with commercial products. It is a journey that delights the senses, highlighting the freshness and dedication behind each phase of production.

Come visit our mini permaculture farm at Hidden Jungle Beach House! This is an interactive experience where you will see, touch, and taste a diverse variety of edible and medicinal plants. Meet our chickens and guinea fowl, learn about backyard farming and the medicinal and edible plants of the Costa Rican rainforest! We are here to show you that you can do a lot in a small space! We will teach you about the variety of medicinal plants we have growing here and how to use them. This is a great experience for anyone with an interest in gardening, plant medicine, keeping chickens, growing your own food, homesteading, and becoming more self-sufficient. We would love to share our paradise with you!

We are sure that the most special thing about this activity is the authentic and personalized service. We highlight that the activity is done in our home which makes it even more special as we open the doors of our home to people we do not know, but who we want to feel comfortable as when we receive our best friends to cook together and have a wonderful time. 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.

A sustainable tourism project located in Sarapiquí, Chilamate. It focuses not only on cacao production but also on forest conservation and biodiversity. The goal is to share both the chocolate-making process and its connection to nature. The standard Chocolate Tour lasts about 2 hours. Visitors explore a cacao plantation within a private forest reserve. The tour explains the entire process: from the cacao tree, flowers, and pollination, to harvesting, fermentation, drying, grinding, and finally producing chocolate. Guests can taste different stages: the fresh cacao fruit, cacao at various processing steps, and even enjoy traditional hot chocolate. Focus and Values Sustainability: minimal impact on the forest, preserving natural habitats, and practicing eco-friendly farming. Education: the tour highlights the history of cacao, its cultural role, and its ecological importance.

Unlike standard tourist tracks that only focus on adventure or just a simple hot spring pool, our park delivers a masterfully curated, all in one transformation journey. The Perfect Balance: We blend high adrenaline Costa Rican rainforest thrills with an advanced, science backed volcanic longevity and contrast therapy circuit (0°C to 8°C). Modern Lifestyle Amenities: We bridge the gap between heart pumping exploration and modern traveler needs by offering premium spaces featuring a high speed WiFi remote working area, a swim up wet bar, and relaxing beach chairs. The Ultimate Pitch: It is the only place in Guanacaste where you can conquer a wild river canyon in the morning, biohack your body’s wellness in premium volcanic thermal mud by afternoon, and answer a business call from a beach chair without missing a beat.

Saltwater surf co. Is located in the beautiful town of Santa Teresa in Costa Rica, one of the best surfing destinations in the world. Our surf instructors are certified by (ISA) international surfing association Beach rescue lifeguard and Institution Costa Rican of Tourism (ICT) Our mission is to educate inspire and empower people to a greater sense of awareness and knowledge through surfing. It is our job to help you feel comfortable, confident and have fun out there. Lessons can be 1 on 1 or for a group up to 12 people.

We will educate our visitors on coffee, cacao, chocolate, sugarcane, vanilla, medicinal plants, history, culture and many more aspects that will help you understand the vast importance on this topics within the central american cities. We will tour for 2 hrs. 30 minutes for lunch and 30 minutes for transportation. For a total of 2 hrs of effective tour time and 3 hrs total.

This isn’t just a cooking class — it’s an authentic Costa Rican home experience. You’ll step into Elizabeth’s family kitchen, surrounded by the aromas of fresh local ingredients and the charm of a real Monteverde home. Unlike larger, tourist-focused classes, this is an intimate, hands-on experience where you not only learn recipes but also share stories, laughter, and a homemade meal around the table. Every dish is prepared the way locals have done for generations, making it a true taste of Costa Rican culture.

Getting immersed into the experience of enjoying the local vibes and flavors, visiting old-style "cantinas" (local bars) we get to explore the city at night. Step into a journey through San José’s historic nightlife, where timeless cantinas meet "pura vida" flavors. This intimate evening experience is designed for travelers who appreciate authenticity and an indulgent blend of local culture. Guided by a local expert, you’ll explore iconic cantinas known for their character, heritage, and local vibes. Each stop offers a curated tasting that highlights the richness of Costa Rican tradition.

Immerse yourself in a thoroughly uniqueyoga experience amidst our rainforest reserve, navigating a trail that unveils mesmerizing waterfalls. This enchanting space caters to both seasoned practitioners and beginners alike. Elevate your vacation by embracing this wholesome activity, creating the ideal opportunity to explore and discover something new amidst the lush beauty of our jungle yoga excursion.

Embark on a culinary journey in one of Costa Rica's small towns called La Fortuna, near the Arenal Volcano. Join immersive cooking classes led by local chefs to learn traditional dishes like Casado and aromatic rice and beans. Against the stunning backdrop of the volcano, discover the secrets of Costa Rican cuisine, using fresh ingredients and time-honored techniques. Whether a foodie or traveler, this experience promises to ignite your taste buds and deepen your appreciation for the country's flavors.

Take a moment away from the tourist centre by visiting a local home and experiencing the true taste of the region's unique flavours from the people who know it best. Dive into recipes that have been handed down for many generations while learning about traditional cooking methods and practices. Share knowledge and cultural connection over interesting conversation, hands on learning and a delicious meal.

This activity stands out for its authentic, small-scale approach that connects travelers directly with Costa Rica’s nature and culture. Instead of crowded attractions, guests experience a quiet rainforest where sloths live freely and a working coffee farm rooted in local tradition. The tours are led by local hosts who share real knowledge, personal stories, and sustainable practices, creating a genuine connection to the place. The combination of wildlife observation and coffee culture, set in a volcanic landscape, offers a balanced experience that is educational, relaxed, and meaningful—ideal for travelers seeking depth, authenticity, and a true sense of Costa Rica beyond typical sightseeing.

We have instructors from the area which makes the experience safer and more professional We use surfboards adapted to each person either by size or weight We have a professional photo session (entry) We are on the pure Tamarindo Beach easy to locate.

The canyoning and cooking class combo is perfect for couples and groups of friends who would like to explore both the Costa Rican rainforest and the local, tropical cuisine. - Full Day Canyoning and Cooking Class combo with an afternoon break at your hotel - Includes bilingual guides, transportation, lunch, snack - Starts at 7am, and lasts for 6-7 hours - Family + Kid Friendly!

Why Choose Us? - Local Expert Coaches: Learn from the best in the industry. - Safety First: ILS certified instructors ensure a safe environment. - All Levels Welcome: Suitable for everyone, from novices to advanced surfers. Starting at age 5 years old.

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.

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.

We want to give our guests a special experience. By showing you around on our organic farm and allowing yourself to pick the cocoa fruits from the trees and be a part of the whole process from start to end. Our farm has the most beautiful view of the Arenal volcano and away from the noise of the city. Our guides are born and raised in the same environment and you can see and feel how passionate they are about it when they explain about the cocoa. The atmosphere a our farm is very relaxed and comfortable. Our chocolate tour is small groups of maximun 10 people.

Discover the flavors of Costa Rica through a guided tasting session designed to go beyond surface-level tourism. This small-group experience introduces you to 33 local foods and drinks, explained in context by a knowledgeable local host. Instead of just eating, you’ll understand how, when, and why locals enjoy these foods in their daily lives. - Learn more about Costa Rican cuisine than by eating out alone - Small group for a personal, social experience - Ideal for food lovers, curious travelers, and culture seekers - All tastings and drinks included

In our legendary surf school in Uvita, Costa Rica, we have hosted the three-time Olympic gold medalist masters in half-pipe snowboarding, Shaun White; the fastest man on Earth, Usain Bolt; and actress Nina Dobrev. With us, you can surf and enjoy the sunny side of life as well. If you are in the mood for perfect waves, beaches, and sunny days, then Amigos del Sol is the right place for you. We have been open all year round, providing adventurous experiences to travelers from all over the world for the last 10 years, with thousands of happy and satisfied customers. Why surf with us? You are our #1 priority. Our instructors are the most passionate, experienced, qualified, and fun-loving teachers in Uvita! It’s more than just surfing to us. Surfing is our lifestyle. When you surf with us, you help and support our local community and many inspirational projects. We are the safest and one of the most qualified and experienced surf schools in Uvita.