{"id":17599,"date":"2019-01-31T12:47:16","date_gmt":"2019-01-31T08:47:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en-surf.147.189.161.244.sslip.io\/en\/?page_id=17599"},"modified":"2026-10-27T21:58:18","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T17:58:18","slug":"surf-trip-costa-rica","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/surfdiscovery.org\/en\/surf-trip-costa-rica\/","title":{"rendered":"Costa Rica Surf Trip &#038; Camp in Santa Teresa"},"content":{"rendered":"<blockquote><p>Experience the *Pura Vida* spirit in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica! Join our structured 15-day surf camp or book year-round surf lessons and coaching packages at our permanent Santa Teresa surf school base.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>Costa Rica is a tropical paradise where vibrant rainforests meet the warm waters of the Pacific Ocean.<\/strong> Known for consistent, year-round waves ideal for both beginner and advanced surfers, Costa Rica combines world-class surf breaks with lush biodiversity, exotic wildlife, and unforgettable adventures alongside the Surf Discovery coaching team!<\/p>\n<p>[justified_image_grid preset=11 mobile_preset=11 ids=17626,17627,26305,17633,26293 row_height=160 height_deviation=50 mobile_row_height=180 mobile_height_dev=50 lightbox=foobox mobile_lightbox=foobox show_text_before=no show_text_after=no max_rows=0 last_row=flexible-match]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE SURF CAMP?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>8 intensive surf lessons in small groups matched to your skill level;<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable accommodation in Santa Teresa in boutique apartments with a swimming pool, plus 1 night in San Jos\u00e9 upon arrival;<\/li>\n<li>Daily healthy breakfasts;<\/li>\n<li>Bioluminescent night kayak tour and an excursion to the famous Montezuma Waterfalls;<\/li>\n<li>Airport group transfers from\/to San Jos\u00e9 Airport (SJO) on official camp start\/end dates, including the scenic Nicoya Peninsula ferry crossing;<\/li>\n<li>Professional video and photo analysis coaching sessions;<\/li>\n<li>Surf Discovery welcome pack and apparel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>WHY SURF IN COSTA RICA?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Costa Rica is celebrated as one of the safest, most stable, and ecologically progressive countries in the Americas. With over 25% of its land protected across 74 national parks and wildlife reserves, you will surf alongside sea turtles, pelicans, and howler monkeys calling from the jungle canopy.<\/p>\n<p>[justified_image_grid preset=11 mobile_preset=11 ids=26319,26297,26295,26317 row_height=180 height_deviation=50 mobile_row_height=180 mobile_height_dev=50 lightbox=foobox mobile_lightbox=foobox show_text_before=no show_text_after=no max_rows=0 last_row=flexible-match aspect_ratio=16:9 disable_cropping=yes]<\/p>\n<p>[justified_image_grid preset=11 mobile_preset=11 ids=26323,26299,26303,26301,26307 row_height=160 height_deviation=50 mobile_row_height=160 mobile_height_dev=50 lightbox=foobox mobile_lightbox=foobox show_text_before=no show_text_after=no max_rows=0 last_row=flexible-match aspect_ratio=16:9 disable_cropping=yes]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Language:<\/strong> Spanish (English is widely spoken in Santa Teresa).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Currency:<\/strong> Costa Rican Col\u00f3n (CRC) and US Dollars (USD) are accepted everywhere.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Visa Requirements:<\/strong> Citizens of the US, Canada, EU, UK, Australia, and many other nations receive a tourist entry stamp for up to 90\u2013180 days without needing a pre-arranged visa. (Check official Costa Rican immigration guidelines before departure).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Getting Here:<\/strong> International flights arrive into San Jos\u00e9 International Airport (SJO). From San Jos\u00e9, our group transfer includes a scenic drive and ferry crossing across the Gulf of Nicoya directly to Santa Teresa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>15-DAY SURF CAMP PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Day 1:<\/strong> Arrival in San Jos\u00e9, hotel check-in, and welcome dinner.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 2:<\/strong> Scenic transfer and ferry to Santa Teresa; camp welcome party.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Days 3\u20134:<\/strong> Morning surf coaching sessions, beach debriefs, and photo analysis.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 5:<\/strong> Day trip exploring the breathtaking Montezuma Waterfalls and tide pools.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Days 6\u20138:<\/strong> Coached surf sessions, wave theory lectures, video review, and sunset drinks at Banana Beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 9:<\/strong> Rest and free surf day; sunset at Playa Hermosa.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 10:<\/strong> Guided night kayak expedition among glowing bioluminescent plankton.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Days 11\u201314:<\/strong> High-performance surf coaching, fine-tuning turns, and farewell camp celebration at Habanero Beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 15:<\/strong> Breakfast, transfer to San Jos\u00e9 Airport (SJO), and departure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[justified_image_grid preset=11 mobile_preset=11 ids=19205,19191,19189 row_height=220 height_deviation=50 mobile_row_height=180 mobile_height_dev=50 lightbox=foobox mobile_lightbox=foobox show_text_before=no show_text_after=no max_rows=0 last_row=flexible-match]<\/p>\n<p>[justified_image_grid preset=11 mobile_preset=11 row_height=160 height_deviation=50 mobile_row_height=160 mobile_height_dev=50 lightbox=foobox mobile_lightbox=foobox show_text_before=no show_text_after=no max_rows=0 last_row=flexible-match ids=26309,26311,26313,26315,26321,26325]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>BOUTIQUE APARTMENT ACCOMMODATION<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our camp base features private and shared air-conditioned apartments surrounded by lush tropical gardens, a swimming pool, and relaxing outdoor lounge areas just a 2-minute walk from the beach and premier surf peaks of Santa Teresa.<\/p>\n<p>[justified_image_grid preset=11 mobile_preset=11 row_height=160 height_deviation=50 mobile_row_height=160 mobile_height_dev=50 lightbox=foobox mobile_lightbox=foobox show_text_before=no show_text_after=no max_rows=0 last_row=flexible-match ids=19177,19178,19176,19170,19169,19175,19173,19171,19183,19172,19174,19179,19180,19181,19182]<\/p>\n<p><em>You can also join our permanent Santa Teresa surf school year-round for private lessons, coaching packages, and board rentals. Contact us to reserve your dates!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Experience the ultimate Costa Rica surf camp in Santa Teresa. 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