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Surf Lessons in Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
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Tamarindo Tours
Recommendations
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
- Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
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.
- Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
- Perfect for all ages and skill level
- Choice of several departures throughout the day
- Get inside tips from a local
- Popular choice with kids
- Small group ensures personal service
- All necessary equipment included
- Informative, friendly and professional guide
- Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
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What's Included
- 2-hour lesson
- Rash guard (Surf Shirt)
- Soft-Top surf board
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
- Iguana Surf Camp & Surf Shop152, Provincia de Guanacaste, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Children under 10 are Required to Book a Private Lesson for safety reasons and to ensure a more one-on-one attention
- Note: Please contact the phone number on your voucher to advise your chosen lesson time
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Semi private lessons are for two or three people travelling together
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Traveler Tips
The less was supposed to be 2 hours, but was ended about 30 minutes earlier for some reason.
Highly recommend for anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of the sport!
Reviews
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1,497 reviews
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Great experience for beginners
Renaldo_D, Jan 2023
Our surfing excursion was all on our list of things to try in Costa Rica. Our guide Miguel, was very patient and explained things very well. We booked the 10 am lesson and he was able to get us all up on the surf boards even though it was our first time trying to surf. We will definitely try it again.
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Thank you so much for your great review! We always love to hear that our insructors do such a great job and that you were all able to stand up!! Great job!! We hope to have you come back and catch some more waves with us super soon! Pura Vida :)
Give surfing a try!!
Andrea_A, Dec 2022
Great spot to learn to surf. The beach and waves and atmosphere are excellent. But even more important - the people at the surf shop are great. Friendly, welcoming even to us novices. Extra shout out to Christian (think he’s the owner) and our instructor, Anthony. We did a group lesson - two adults and two teens - and we all recommend it highly. Take your swimsuit and sunscreen - they deal with the rest - including providing rash guards and lockers and fresh water showers.
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Thank you so much for your amazing review and recommendation! We are so glad you had such a great time and we love to hear that our surf instructors and surf shop manager do such a great job! We hope you come back and catch more waves with us soon! Pura Vida :)
Fun!
Jane_S, Dec 2022
It was our first time on surf boards and the instructors were really nice and helpful. Plus they the school took tons of photos of us surfing which we purchased. Only drawback is that Tamarindo is packed with others learning to surf so you really had to try not to hit others with surfboard. I would suggest going to “Little Hawaii” south of Tamarindo to learn as fewer people in water
Response from Host, Dec 2022
Thank you so much for your great review! And if we could make there be less people in the water, we definately would!! We hope to have you come back and catch some more waves with us super soon! Pura Vida :)
Fun surf lesson
Colleen_Q, Dec 2022
Surf lessons were great. My son had a blast. Instructors were super fun. Tamarindo is so cute. Do it.
Response from Host, Dec 2022
Thank you so much for your awesome review! Your satisfaction makes every effort absolutely worth it!
We hope to have you come back and catch some more waves with us super soon! Pura Vida :)
Fine lesson, but too short
Donna_W, Dec 2022
The surf lesson was fine but we did not get a full two hours for our semi-private lesson. The first reason for this is because they had our reservation down for the wrong time. They believed me after I showed them my ticket listing the correct time. So our lesson got started 15 minutes late because they had to find an instructor. Then our instructor stopped about 10 minutes early, so all-in-all, we only got a little more than 1.5 hours worth of a 2 hour lesson. The instructor was very nice, patient and nice, though. The place was just chaotic and a bit disorganized when we arrived.
Response from Host, Jan 2023
I am so sorry to hear you did not get your full two hours and that there was some confusion regarding your lesson! We always aim to give the best customer service and the most attentive surf lesson. Please let us know if you would like to give us a try again and we will make it up to you!!
Amazing! Specifically the instructors!
Helen_H, Dec 2022
Give this a 10 out of 10. My girls had one of the best experiences of their lives and we travel and experience a lot of different things☺️. Instructors were amazing and they can officially surf after 1 lesson. We will do again!
Response from Host, Dec 2022
Thank you so much for your awesome review! Your satisfaction makes every effort absolutely worth it!
We hope to have you come back and catch some more waves with us super soon! Pura Vida :)
Worth every penny!
Kristin_B, Apr 2022
AMAZING experience!! we did a private lesson for our girls (8 yrs. & 11 yrs.) and it was worth every penny. I highly recommend this surf lesson.
Response from Host, Apr 2022
Thank you so much for your recommendation! We are so happy to hear your girls had such a great time and we hope they come back and catch some more waves with us again soon! Pura Vida :)
Great first lesson for two beginners
Richard_S, Apr 2022
Me and a friend (both beginners) did a semi private lesson with Kurt. We had a great time and Kurt was great at getting us standing up on waves within 5 minutes and was very knowledgable as well as being a good laugh. 5 stars
Response from Host, Apr 2022
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We are so glad you all had such a great time and we always love to hear that our insturctors do such a great job! We hope you come back to catch more waves with us soon! Pura Vida :)
Best in Tamarindo!
Keith_C, Dec 2021
Instructors are very friendly, supportive, knowledgeable and patient. They were as excited as we were when we had a good run. Definitely would recommend Iguana Surf Shop to anyone who wants to surf for the first time. They are the best!
Response from Host, Dec 2021
Thank you so much for your kind words! Your satisfaction makes every effort absolutely worth it :) We
hope to have you come catch some more waves with us again soon! Pura Vida :)
Best lesson ever
Brian_M, Oct 2021
Just being able to get the hang of standing up. I honestly had so much fun and it was the first time surfing ever. My instructor Anthony was so nice and patient. Made me feel very comfortable especially when I was unsure of surfing etiquette.
Response from Host, Oct 2021
Thank you very much for your amazing review! We love to know that our surf instructors do such a great job :) We look forward to having you come catch some waves with us againn soon- Pura Vida!
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Product code: 8153P1
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