Top Central & South America Classes & Workshops

Experience Tamarindo’s perfect breaks with a 2-hour surf lesson at a legendary beachside shop. Get in the water for the first time and practice paddling, popping up and riding in a forgiving beach break. More experienced surfers can hone their skills by surfing alongside an expert instructor, learning to read the breaking surf while improving technique and form. Riders of all skill levels can soak up the sun on the Pacific Coast and enjoy the security of an experienced surf school that places the emphasis on safety and fun. 

Coffee'N Jungle Night Tour is a unique, different, instructive and fun tour. It is the perfect combination of Costa Rican coffee culture and the adventure of discovering wildlife in Monteverde. In this tour, visitors will learn a lot about the whole process of coffee, cocoa and the sweet juice of sugarcane. But Coffee'N Jungle is a tour that also deals with nature. That is why part of the tour is dedicated to exploring the forest at night. So we can be spectators of the wonderful concert that is performed jointly by several species of frogs and crickets while we witness the ephemeral works of art painted by fireflies with light brushes. And, with a little luck, we can observe other inhabitants of the forest, such as the lazy patient with two fingers or the elusive Kinkajou.

This is a joyful experience for all ages which directly supports a talented group of young people who have decided to produce lasting change in their community through their artistic endeavors. Also it gives you the opportunity to see the surrounding areas of Cartagena.

Get a taste of Argentina's local cuisine with this nteractive dining experience in Buenos Aires. Begin with a Malbec-based cocktail, then learn how to make wine-based cocktails under the guidance of a sommelier and mixologist (if you choose the mixology option). Master the art of correctly closing empanadas before sitting down to a meal of authentic Argentine cuisine, paired with four boutique wines. Finish by learning how to prepare 'maté' paired with alfajores. Numbers limited to 14, ensuring a small-group experience.

Group lesson - Minimum 4 people to form a group - Cost $40 per person - 90 minutes instruction time. - Board and rash-guard included for lesson duration. - Minimum age 12 years - Best for first-time surfers learning in a group environment Semi-Private lesson - Minimum 2 people - Maximum 3 people - Cost $55 per person - 90 minutes instruction time. - Board and rash-guard included for lesson duration. - Best for families with children under 12 years old, who are not permitted to participate in a regular group lesson for safety reasons, couples and small groups of friends who prefer more personalized attention. Private lesson - One-on-one instruction - Cost $120 - 90 minutes instruction time. - Board and rash-guard included for lesson duration. - Best for intermediate surfers that would like to bring their surfing to the next level or individuals who want or need personalized instruction.

Parrilla Tour is a delicious way to discover Buenos Aires. Try traditional foods, discover secret restaurants, immerse yourself in the cuisine and culture of Argentina, and meet interesting people on our fun, relaxed and social food tours. Please not that tours booked for the same day need to be confirmed from us on our end as well.

Discover the rich flavors and culinary heritage of Peruvian cuisine during a small-group cooking class at Marcelo Batata Restaurant in Cusco. Shop for traditional ingredients and sample exotic fruits at San Pedro Market; create an array of typical Peruvian specialties such as ceviche, Lomo Saltado, Aji de Gallina, and Pisco Sour cocktails; then sit down to enjoy your delicious home cooked dinner.

Learn to prepare high-end Peruvian cuisine from market to table alongside a professional chef with this Peruvian cooking class. After shopping at a local market with a food-loving guide, head to a colonial-style home to prepare a 3-course lunch or dinner featuring classic items like ceviche, Pisco sours, and quinoa cooked to perfection. Polish off your meal with fresh fruits and local coffee.

Set sail in the afternoon and take in views of the Costa Rican coastline on this tour. On board a comfortable catamaran, you’ll have the chance to spot local sea life such as whales, dolphins, turtles, rays, and seabirds. The tour also includes time to swim and snorkel or simply relax on the boat. On the sail back to Playas del Coco, you’ll catch sight of the sunset from the water.

Learn to surf in Costa Rica with a small-group lesson near Manuel Antonio. Whether it's your first time on a board or you want to improve your skills, a low student-to-instructor ratio allows plenty of personalized attention so you’ll be confidently paddling and standing up in no time. When you need a rest from the waves, relax with provided beach chairs and umbrellas while snacking on fresh fruit and coconut water.

Step into the home of a local for private cooking lesson during your time in Buenos Aires. This 4-hour hands-on cooking class dives into some of Argentina’s most classic dishes with a range of menus suitable for all dietary restrictions. After all your hard work, enjoy your 3-course menu as you chat with your host over local wine and delicious food.

Discover one of the best culinary experiences in the city, with authentic flavors applied in original Peruvian recipes that were perfected by the experience and research of our professional kitchen team. Feel the emotion of being an authentic Peruvian chef with the guidance and teaching of an authentic local chef and bartender, learn about techniques, secrets, stories and mysteries that surround traditional Peruvian cuisine in an environment designed exclusively to connect with our ancestors, the first Peruvians .

Get a true taste of Argentine food during this private empanada cooking class in Buenos Aires’ Caballito neighborhood. You are welcomed into a local home and learn how to cook the delicious filled pastry from scratch. Make the dough and filling for your empanadas while sipping on Malbec red wine. Taste mate and alfajores, and discover the its rituals. Tours are limited to 4 people for a more intimate experience and to allow for proper social distancing.

Try your skills at surfing in Lima, an increasingly popular spot for water sports. Receive a lesson from expert instructors, divided into three parts: stretching; learning basics such as popping up, paddling and balance; and heading into the waves to practice what you've learned. This small-group excursion includes equipment like wetsuits, wax, and surfboards.

Dance like a local during this 4-hour experience in Rio de Janeiro. Learn basic samba and forró steps at the dance studio, then transfer to the famous Rio Scenarium, where you'll enjoy express entry, to show off your new moves on the dance floor.

We are a family, neighbours of the Ortega community. You are visiting an unique rural experiences. Come to enjoy an authentic “Blue Zone” lifestyle, you must taste our healthy dishes with local cultivated ingredients from our small farm. We promise unique and inherited recipes from our grandmothers. Discover a nice & beautiful boat tour along the Tempisque River where you can see different animal species surrounding Palo Verde National Park & Cipanci Refuge, feel the Nature!. You'll learn new healthy dishes and techniques prepared with local, organic products based on typical & unique recipes inherited by our ancestors characterizing our long-lived community in Guanacaste. It does not require physical condition, people from all ages are welcomed. Bring your family & friends (Special rates for big groups)!

Explore a local market in Cusco, then take a workshop on Peruvian cuisine during this 4-hour culinary experience. Learn about the functions of traditional Andean kitchens and local specialties from a professional Peruvian chef. Tastings, meal, and drinks included.

Our crew and team have more then 20 years of experience coaching surfing and competing in surf contests around Costa Rica since we are kids. We also grew up being lifeguards in Manuel Antonio beach .. The experience and safety of our team will make you feel very comfortable and safe in and out of the water .. We also will make sure you are standing on the surfboard in less then 10 min guaranteed!!

Get a 2 hour of free surf lesson in one of the world’s best beaches to try out surfing or if you are an experienced surfer, just enjoy the amazing waves. We are the first academy in Tamarindo where we teach in a holistic way what it's necessary to progress and how to do that with certified . Understanding the needs of our clients to become surfers, given our experience, and teach parameters that will be established for the different classes to be given, showing all possible variables. From a holistic point of view of what it is necessary to learn, what are the real needs of the client to face their surfing future in the best way.

In this Surf lessonr you will learn to surf with local surfers from Tamarindo. On this lesson you will get the tools needed so you can padle out by yourself and surf.

Lima has been dubbed one of the world’s best cities for food and this small-group cooking experience in Miraflores guides you through some of Peru’s best dishes. Follow along with your instructor and create a delicious meal with fresh, Peruvian dishes. Learn background information on your creations and then tuck into a 4-course meal with your group and instructor.

Learn to cook traditional Colombian food during this half-day class in Cartagena. Shop at a local open-air market with your chef/instructor, who will guide you in selecting ingredients for the dishes. In a local family's kitchen, try your hand at making dishes such as empanadas, coconut rice and others; then feast on your work. Round-trip transportation from Cartagena hotels or a central downtown meeting point is included.

Immerse yourself in the culinary scene of Rio on this interactive evening at a small cooking studio. Learn about the flavors, ingredients and cooking techniques specific to Brazilian food from your instructor. Cook a meal, either Bahian seafood Moqueca or a black bean Feijoada, using what you learned and then enjoy the fruits of your labor. The class is limited to 7 participants to ensure an intimate experience and personalized attention.

Learn to cook like a local, from a local, with a four-course cooking class. Your instructor will take you and your fellow classmates through the process of preparing two starters, an entree, and a dessert, equipping you with everything you need to prepare the same dishes at home. After you're done, you'll all sit down to dine on your creations together.