Private Tour
Surf Lessons in Tamarindo With Local Coaches
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
With Tamarindo Surf & Tours you'll have two hours of fun living the local, Costa Ricain surf experience you've been dreaming about. Your instructor will give you plenty of instruction and tips both in and out of the water for you to get very good chances of catching plenty of waves. We guarantee you will enjoy your lesson with us. Surfing is all about having fun and living in the moment, and that is our number one goal for you.
- Lockers, showers, bathroom and changing room available.
- Lessons are available in French, English, and Spanish.
- You can easily meet your instructor in front of Walter's restaurant.
- Surfboards and rash guards are provided, so there's no need to rent them.
- This experience is suitable for all ages and skill levels, and children are welcome.
- Your guide will be informative, friendly, and professional.
Come catch some waves and make unforgettable memories in Tamarindo!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Upon your arrival at the surf school, we'll start to select the ideal board and rash guard tailored to your needs. Following that, we'll begin with a informative theory lesson on land, covering safety protocols and how to get up on the board. Once everyone feels ready and confident, we'll head out in the the waves, spending the remainder of our time catching and riding them to perfection! Once you're in the water, your instructor will be your surf buddy, dishing out tips to help you level up your surf game as we go. They'll ensure you're not just safe but having a blast, and soon enough, you'll be catching your very first wave!
What‘s Included
Bathroom
Shower
Licensed or certified Guide
Locker with key
Rach Guard
Surfboard
Options
Private Surf Lesson
Private Surf Lesson
Group Surf Lesson
Group Surf Lesson
Reviews
23 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Family surf lesson
Mike H,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Mariano and David were fantastic instructors. Family of five all surfing after 2 hour lesson. Would highly recommend.
Awesome Surf Lessons!
Mandi S,,Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience for my teen boys. They had awesome surf instructors and great pics! We definitely recommend booking surf lessons with David and Sara
Beginner surfing lessons.
Daydream635985,,Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booked a lesson for my 2 sons, 17 and 13. They loved it. They have never surfed before and they now want to do it at home. The instructor was very kind and encouraging and 20 minutes in my boys felt confident enough to stand up. Would definitely do this again if we had a chance.
Enjoyable experience
935shaunaj,,Mar 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did my first ever surf lesson with Jayden. He was friendly, encouraging, and patient. I had fun and am eager to try surfing again. 10/10 would recommend!
Great day on the beach
Joyce M,,Feb 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a blast doing this. Did not know what to expect as we had never surfed before. My husband got the hang of it pretty quickly. I stood up 3x and that's a lot for me and my two left feet 😂. Thank you Max, we had a blast!
So fun!
VENEZIA M,,Dec 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00This was such a fun experience! Jeremy was our instructor and he was so helpful in learning how to surf as it was our first time! He was patient and very nice! 10/10 would recommend! We even came back the next day to rent surf boards to keep practicing
Book your surf lesson here!
ConradTheCatipillar,,Nov 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everyone was so cool and helpful. Brian was an amazing teacher. So much fun and so chill. I’m convinced they can get anyone surfing. We had the best time and will go out with them next year and every chance we get.
We had a wonderful day
simonlE3308RJ,,Oct 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing teachers Very beginner friendly we did the catamaran, surf lesson and combo tour with Tamarindo Surf & Tours. You should definitely book with them for your trip to Costa Rica.
The best experience EVER with Tamarindo Surf & Tours
18zacharyo,,Oct 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did many tours with Tamarindo Surf & Tours. Such as surfing, fishing, combo tour and catamaran it was an amazing experience. We had a blast. I highly recommend to book with this business. You will not be disappointed.
Great!
Stidebuck,,Aug 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great surfing lesson. We also booked a tour of La Leona with them and the staff was very friendly. They are also available and quick to answer questions.
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