Top Costa Rica Classes & Workshops

Immerse yourself in the culture, nature, and adventure of Costa Rica on this all-day experience. First, learn about coffee, sugar cane, and ceramics, then head out on a ziplining adventure or traverse the hanging bridges. Go for a horseback ride through the forest. Finally, relax in a natural hot water pool and slather yourself in volcanic mud.

Spend a half-day at a farm in La Fortuna for a cooking class that features some of Costa Rica’s favorite dishes. Start with a tour of the farm’s orchards and gardens, collect some ingredients for your meal, then head to the kitchen to learn to prepare classics such as gallo pinto (rice and beans). Top off your experience by enjoying the meal with your hosts.

Discover Ortega and the National Reserve Cipanci on this guided boat tour along the Tempisque River. Home to a wide variety of birds including the Scarlet Macaws and the Jabiru (the largest storks in the world), the wildlife refuge is an important nesting site. Following the tour, enjoy a traditionally made lunch with local cultivated ingredients.

Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of Costa Rica during a small-group cooking class. Learn about the flavors, ingredients, and cooking techniques specific to Costa Rican cuisine from your instructor. Get your hands dirty as you prepare several authentic recipes — from crispy Carimañolas to buttery cassava dishes — all while sipping on a refreshing Guaro Sour. Enjoy a true taste of Costa Rica beyond the restaurant scene. - Learn more about Costa Rican cuisine than you would just eating out - Small group size allows for a more personalized and experience - Ideal for foodies, adventurous travelers, or anyone who loves to create in the kitchen - Enjoy unlimited drinks while you cook, and share stories with fellow travelers

Combine learning to cook with learning to dance with this combo experience. You'll learn how to make traditional Costa Rican food and sit down to eat your creation. Once you're done, you'll work off your meal with a dance lesson focused on Latin dance styles such as salsa, merengue, cumbia, and bachata.

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.

Our methodology is based on human, inclusive, empathetic, and personalized teaching. We believe in forming dancers before dancers, people who enjoy, feel, and live dance with freedom and confidence, without neglecting the techniques for those who seek specific goals. Each class begins by listening to and understanding the needs, interests, and expectations of those who visit us. From that, we build a dynamic, fun, and accessible experience, where each participant can recognize their progress, strengthen their confidence, and enjoy their own process. From our studio in La Fortuna, we integrate Latin culture, history, and essence in a close and authentic environment. My passion for dance, which has accompanied me forever, is reflected in every class, providing genuine attention, enthusiasm, and a safe space where everyone can learn, express themselves, and connect with dance. More than teaching steps, we seek to create connections through dance.

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.

The golden sands and consistent waves of Espadilla Norte Beach make it a popular destination for surfers in the Manuel Antonio National Park. With this tour, hone your surf skills or learn to catch your first wave with a surf lesson to suit your level. Learn beginner basics and pro tips from your surf instructors, then hit the waves to practice for as long as you like.

Don’t just feast on delicious ceviche and empanadas, learn to cook the Latin American delicacies during a cooking class in La Fortuna. Enjoy personalized attention from your cooking instructor as you learn about Costa Rican cuisine, while enjoying views of the mighty El Arenal volcano and sipping cocktails.

Learn to cook some traditional Costa Rican food from a local grandmother, who knows all the secret tips. Dona Chela will help you to prepare the dishes with ingredients from her garden, which you can also wander around before and after you cook. You'll cook your food in the traditional, old school way, by using the wood-fired stove in the kitchen.

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.

This sampler adventure tour from San Jose fits the best of Costa Rica's rivers and rainforests into one action-packed day. En route, go croc-spotting at a famous overlook on the Tarcoles River. Then head to the jungle adventure park where you can choose two activities from a list of thrilling options, including ziplining, surfing lessons, an ATV adventure through the rainforest, or a chocolate experience.

More than just a fun white-water rafting trip, this tour on the Savegre River includes a fully-narrated drive to the put-in location for an opportunity to learn about local wildlife. Plus, in the middle of running Class II and III rapids with a guide, you stop to visit tucked-away waterfall—chances are you'll be the only people there.

If you’ve always wanted to learn to surf, Jaco is a great place to finally do it. During the two-hour lesson you’ll learn to paddle, stand up, drop into waves, and ride. By the end of the lesson you should be ready to stand and ride your first wave. Receive personalized attention in a small-group lesson that will be tailored to your experience level.

This group tour near Manuel Antonio takes you into the jungle for a yoga and hiking excursion, followed by lunch and even learning to make corn tortillas. You’ll start with a hotel pickup to keep things running smoothly, then your guide will organize yoga, a hike, a waterfall visit, and a well-earned lunch in a local’s home.

Find out why surfing in Tamarindo is one of the best activities you can enjoy in Costa Rica with Blue Wave Surf & Tours! Experience an unforgettable surf lesson with our local instructors. Whether you’re learning to surf for the first time or you already have surf experience, Blue Wave Surf & Tours offers private and group lessons ideal for all ages and skill levels. Learn and surf on one of Costa Rica’s best beaches while creating unforgettable memories in paradise. In addition to surfing, we also organize a variety of tours in Playa Tamarindo so you can enjoy all the best this beautiful area has to offer. Pura Vida! Don’t forget to discover our social media adventures! You may be featured in one of our publications. Follow us and be part of the Blue Wave community.

Our 2-hour group lesson is perfect for those who want to try surfing for the first time, as well as those who want to improve their technique. It is not necessary to know how to swim since chest height as deepest,you will be accompanied and guided by trained instructors. Come with your family or friends!! kids less 10 yo and seniors over 50 yo,will need to book a private class to take care of every detail and ensure the best experience in terms of results and safety. In our class, you will learn the basics of surfing and safety, reading the water, waves and currents, training the technique on land, and then you will go into the water.We recommend that it be one of the first activities you do, as surfing requires energy, enthusiasm, and a rested body to enjoy it to the fullest! After the lesson, Just relax in our beach chairs and umbrellas! Start your adventure with the waves and feel the Pura Vida from the beginning!!☀️

Located in the vibrant heart of Puerto Viejo, Salty Afro Surf Camp offers a holistic surfing experience that transcends traditional lessons. Participants dive into not just surfing, but a rich tapestry of Caribbean culture, community bonding, and wellness activities. Guided by passionate coaches from diverse backgrounds, each session is designed to elevate your surfing skills while fostering a deep connection with the ocean and nature. Enjoy local culinary delights, explore breathtaking landscapes, and become part of a family that celebrates every wave and moment.

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.

Travel from San Jose's international airport to Manuel Antonio National Park in comfort and style, with a private shuttle service. Your bilingual driver will meet you at the airport or at your hotel and take you all the way out to the park in a private, air-conditioned vehicle exclusively for you and your party of up to six travelers.

Get a taste of authentic Costa Rican life and cuisine as you join a local family for a cooking class and home-style meal. Along with a guide, visit the home of your hosts outside of La Fortuna and learn about household customs and cooking techniques for a cultural experience that takes you well beyond just dining out. Join in the preparation of a typical meal, and then savor the fruits of your labor alongside new friends.

We believe that a healthy and prosperous life starts with what we eat; also, gastronomy and family recipes connect us as human beings. Eleven years ago we decided to switch our farm from a "traditional" crops to organic ones to improve our own health. In this experience we'll walk through our organic farm with the last bits of sunlight looking for the fresh ingredients we'll need to prepare a delicious dinner and share our culture with you. We hope that, besides providing a delicious foodie experience, what we do inspires more people to care about the source of their food and protect our planet. We have veggie and vegan options. Please do let us know if you have any other allergy and/or dietary restriction.

Reconnect with your inner self through a transformative Cacao Ceremony at Re:Zen, where sacred traditions meet personal growth. Using ceremonial cacao sourced from the Bribri indigenous tribe, this experience invites you to open your heart while supporting local communities. Engage in a journey of meditation, intention-setting, and sound, allowing you to release negativity and welcome clarity and joy. Customizable for various occasions — from Women’s Circles to Full Moon Ceremonies — this gathering provides a nurturing environment for spiritual exploration and connection with others. Celebrate life’s sacred moments and awaken your spirit with this unique ritual.