First waves01North Pacific
Tamarindo ↗
Your first wave starts here.
CHOOSE YOUR COAST
Costa Rica surfing destinations
for your next surf vacation.
Compare six bases by coast and ability, then open a guide to plan lessons, transfers and adventure days.
6 destinations to explore
First waves01
Surf & wellness02Nicoya Peninsula
Nosara & Playa Guiones ↗
Find your everyday rhythm.
Beach-town energy03Nicoya Peninsula
Santa Teresa & Mal Pais ↗
Early waves. Long, slow afternoons.
An easy surf escape04Central Pacific
Jaco ↗
Less travel. More time in the water.
Power & rainforest05South Pacific
Dominical ↗
Where the jungle meets the swell.
Reef & culture06Caribbean
Puerto Viejo & Salsa Brava ↗
A different coast. A different rhythm.
Images are illustrative. Ability labels describe the focus of each guide, not guaranteed conditions.