Where Experienced Surfers Go in Costa Rica During the Mini Summer to Escape Crowds and Chase Monster Sets Where are the best waves in Costa Rica during the mini summer? During Costa Rica’s short dry spell in July, known as the veranillo de San Juan, the Pacific coast...
There’s a murmur that runs down the Nicoya Peninsula like wildfire every late May. “It’s coming,” someone says at a beach bonfire. Surf shop owners glance at the forecast and start waxing boards with twitchy hands. The old guys start telling younger surfers to charge...
It’s just after sunrise on a beach somewhere between Tamarindo and Playa Hermosa. The lineup’s thinned out, boards are dripping on the sand, and a bunch of salty, sun-kissed surfers are swapping rash guards for gloves. But they’re not done yet—the next session is just...
So you think surf life in Costa Rica is all bronzed bodies and mojitos at sunset? Bless your Instagram-fed heart. The truth is far more entertaining—and sunburned. The real surf lifestyle here isn’t curated; it’s chaotic, crusty, and constantly covered in sand. It...
There’s something that shifts inside you after your first paddle out in Costa Rica. Maybe it’s the salt in the air or the hypnotic rhythm of the Pacific, but the ocean here speaks—and not just in waves. Beneath the bright sun and under the watchful eye of volcanoes,...
Costa Rica’s surf scene is legendary, with well-known spots like Pavones and Playa Hermosa drawing wave riders from around the world. But beyond the famous breaks lies a secret world of lesser-known, epic surf spots—places where perfect waves roll in with barely a...
For many surfers, paddling out on a big day is where the battle truly begins. The ability to execute a clean duck dive is the difference between making it past the breaking waves and getting relentlessly pummeled back to shore. With April’s powerful swells rolling in,...
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]March in Costa Rica is a surfer’s paradise. With its prime wave conditions, warm waters, and perfect weather, this month offers some of the best...
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Nothing ruins a perfect surf session faster than a clueless kook dropping in on every wave like they own the ocean. Whether you’re a beginner just...
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica's First Blue Bond: Making Waves for a Sustainable Future Costa Rica has once again taken a leap towards sustainability with the...
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text] Ultimate Costa Rica Surf Expedition: A Complete Itinerary Embark on a thrilling surf expedition across Costa Rica, tailored to immerse you in the...
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Surfing and yoga might seem worlds apart—one thrives in the chaotic dance of ocean waves, while the other seeks tranquility on a still mat. However,...