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<\/p>\nSurfing in Costa Rica first came to public attention in 1994 with the film The Endless Summer II and the Witches Rock waves north of Tamarindo. You can see desert beaches, endless waves and a dream lifestyle. Surfing in Costa Rica is also Pura Vida.<\/p>\n
Since then, the destination has surfed (yes, pun intended) on this idyllic image of a surfing destination with good vibes.<\/p>\n
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According to statistics from the Costa Rican tourism office (2016 data), tourism dedicated to surfing accounts for around 11% of visitors.<\/p>\n
As a result, many tour operators, travel agencies, hotels and specialty stores are capitalizing on Costa Rica's well-deserved reputation for surfing.<\/p>\n
Costa Rica offers a wide range of beaches for all levels. We'll take a non-exhaustive tour of the country's many spots.<\/p>\n
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Let's start in the north, in the region known as Guanacaste<\/strong> offers surf spots for all levels.<\/p>\n From the north to the south of Guanacaste, the main surf spots are :<\/p>\n Better known as Ollie's Point, it's one of the most beautiful waves in Costa Rica.<\/p>\n Many (expensive) excursions are organized from Playa del Coco. The only means of access is by boat. The name Ollie's Point refers to the airstrip that the American colonel had built to land planes loaded with weapons. These weapons were destined to fuel the Nicaraguan guerrilla movement and the Contras. This wave also features in the film The Endless Summer II.<\/p>\n Also known as Witches Rock, or witch's rock<\/em>. This is the famous wave from the film The Endless Summer II. It's without doubt one of the most beautiful waves in the world. You're surfing in a breathtaking setting, alone on the peak, with pelicans coming to say hello and all facing a tropical forest. In short, paradise.<\/p>\n Wave level: intermediate to expert. It's a hollow beachbreak wave located in the middle of Santa Rosa National Park.<\/p>\n Only accessible by 4\u00d74 and if it hasn't rained too much the previous days. There are no hotels nearby, but it is possible to camp on site.<\/p>\n This wave is located north of Tamarindo and the river mouth. It's an excellent beachbreak, much appreciated by the sea turtles that come here to lay their eggs. You can reach it by car (40 min.) or on foot (20 min.) along the beach. Be careful crossing the river mouth, as there are crocodiles.<\/p>\n One of Costa Rica's best-known surf spots, but not necessarily one of the most beautiful waves.<\/p>\n That's right, Tamarindo<\/a> is mainly reserved for beginners<\/strong>.<\/p>\n However, on days with a good swell, Estero Peak offers beautiful, fast and steady waves. Numerous beachbreak straights are available for beginners and intermediates.<\/p>\n Tamarindo is also a lively town, with numerous surf shops where you can rent decent boards.<\/p>\n Some boards can also be rented on the beach, but their quality is deplorable (missing fins, multiple repairs, unsuitable sizes). The only advantage of this type of rental is that, for 10$, you rent a board for the day with no deposit required.<\/p>\n This river mouth offers waves that break over rocks. Interesting if you want to surf in complete tranquillity, as the peaks here are seldom frequented.<\/p>\n This beach is nicknamed Little Hawaii. Located south of Tamarindo, it offers more consistent waves. The river mouth has a beautiful peak, and the many rocky islets create solid, regular peaks. This surf spot offers powerful waves only for good surfers.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This little-known beach offers superb straight runs from Playa Negra's northern reef. Tubing is frequent.<\/p>\n Best known for its arrivadas <\/em>Ostional beach features waves with well-defined lips. Many similar waves can be seen between Ostional and Nosara. Few people in the water.<\/p>\n Here's one of Costa Rica's queens. This world-renowned wave can be ridden by all levels of surfers. From beginners to experts, Nosara Guiones offers superb waves virtually all year round. This beachbreak can be surfed at low tide and high tide, but on big swell days, only the most experienced will be able to take advantage of the wave's power. Left or right-handed, there are plenty of peaks to choose from, allowing a good spread of participants.<\/p>\n The village of Nosara<\/strong> is almost entirely devoted to surfing. All hotels offer surfboard rental or surf lessons. There are many \"secret\" surf spots nearby.<\/p>\n Playa Santa Teresa and Malpais<\/strong><\/p>\n The white color of the sand and the hollow waves have made Santa Teresa<\/a> one of Costa Rica's top surfing destinations. Mostly surfed at low tide. Santa Teresa offers great waves for all levels. Carmen beach (playa Carmen) is more suitable for beginners.<\/p>\n You'll find plenty of surf shops, hotels and camps dedicated to surfing.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Despite its difficult access, the peaks are often crowded. It's a reef wave north of Jaco. It can be reached from Playa Herradura. Beginners please.<\/p>\n Jaco is one of Costa Rica's main surfing destinations. Its large bay offers numerous peaks and moderately powerful waves, making it suitable for all levels and all year round.<\/p>\n There are plenty of surf stores where you can hire good boards, and a wide range of hotels.<\/p>\n This medium-sized wave is best surfed at high tide.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This 7 km black sand beach offers one of the most powerful waves in Costa Rica. Very powerful, regular waves for experts only.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n A popular wave on the Jaco side, it offers low-to-medium power waves, especially on the left. Right-handers are also possible. Numerous peaks allow practice for all levels.<\/p>\n The area around Manuel Antonio<\/a> offer numerous spots and beachbreaks for all levels, from beginners to intermediates. The power and shape of the waves won't satisfy experienced surfers, but they're still great fun in a sumptuous setting. The main drawback of this surf spot is the large number of tourists in the water and at the peaks.<\/p>\n The mouth of Boca Damas offers fast, long and sometimes hollow lefts. It's a little-frequented spot due to the many rocks and strong current.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This beach offers powerful waves all year round. Especially at high tide. The many peaks along the miles around the village center offer surfing for all levels. Beachbreak waves: watch out for currents and wave power. Especially on the Baru River side. Beginners can take refuge in Dominicalito or punta Dominical.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Known for its whale-tail-shaped tombolo, the large bay of Uvita. For all levels. Choose the second entrance to the national park for access to a less-frequented beach.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n A beautiful beach for serene surfing. Often little frequented, as conditions have to be optimal for the wave to work.<\/p>\n Considered the second longest left in the world, Pavones has a worldwide reputation.<\/p>\n Beachbreak wave, which can roll out over 1 km in optimal conditions. Operating only in S - SW swells, the spot is often saturated. Going up the wave via the beach will be less tiring after that long left.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Surfing on the Caribbean coast is mainly concentrated in the southern part, from Limon to the border with Panama.<\/p>\n Few surfers on this black-sand beach. Waves for beginners to intermediates.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This is the most powerful and dangerous wave in the country. Beginners please, only experts can enjoy this wave. The reef of the barrier reef provides a solid wave consistency of up to 4m. For strong swells, the season generally runs from December to March. What's more, the village of Puerto Viejo<\/a> will allow you to relax in a Caribbean atmosphere after a good surf session.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Ideal for beginners, Cocles' idyllic beaches alone are worth the detour. The waves at Cocles are easy to surf, and can reach medium sizes.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The waves at Punta Uva offer an alternative for intermediate surfers. More consistent than Cocles, Punta Uva remains accessible to many surfers.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Costa Rica is blessed with year-round waves. However, there is a season that is favorable to the best swells. It runs from June to November on the Pacific coast and from June to November on the Caribbean coast.<\/p>\n These seasons are constantly changing, so be sure to check the weather and Swell conditions a few days in advance.<\/p>\n If you would like to find out more about surfing conditions in Costa Rica, we recommend the following websites Windguru<\/a> and Surf Forecast<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The cost of transporting a surfboard is still quite high.<\/p>\n For your information, Air France offers this service. You will need to notify the airline 48 hours before the day of your flight.<\/p>\n The surfboard is considered as standard hold baggage if its dimensions do not exceed 300 cm and its weight does not exceed 23kg. However, if you have no other baggage, the board will be included in your ticket (except for special-fare tickets).<\/p>\n If you have hold luggage and want to bring your board, here's the current rate (14\/01\/2019): \u20ac100.<\/p>\n This gives you the option of flying your board with you. You can also take out insurance for your board. It's also possible to buy one locally, or rent one from one of the many surf shops or specialized stores located near the surf spots.<\/p>\n![\"surf](\"https:\/\/morphocostarica.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Pacifique-surf-costa-rica-1024x683.jpg\")
<\/p>\nPlaya Potrero Grande<\/h3>\n
Playa Naranjo<\/h3>\n
Playa Grande<\/h3>\n
Tamarindo<\/h3>\n
Playa Langosta<\/h3>\n
Playa Avellana<\/h3>\n
Playa Negra<\/h3>\n
Playa Ostional<\/h3>\n
Playa Nosara-Guiones<\/h3>\n
Surfing the Central Pacific<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nPlaya Escondida<\/h3>\n
Jaco<\/h2>\n
Playa Hermosa<\/h3>\n
Esterillo<\/h3>\n
Manuel Antonio<\/h3>\n
Boca Damas<\/h3>\n
Playa Dominical<\/h3>\n
Punta Uvita<\/h3>\n
Surfing the South Pacific<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nPlaya Zancudo<\/h3>\n
Pavones<\/h3>\n
Surfing the Caribbean coast<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nSalsa Brava<\/h3>\n
Playa Cocles<\/h3>\n
Punta Uva<\/h3>\n
What time of year is Costa Rica's surfing season?<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nTravel to Costa Rica with your surfboard<\/h2>\n
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