Top Tamarindo 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. 

There’s a good reason why Tamarindo is known as a top surf destination for beginners. In just one lesson, you can pop up on your board and ride a wave when you take a private or group lesson. Or, even upgrade to a 3-day mini-surf camp—the choice is yours when you book. No matter what you choose, hang easy knowing that all equipment and a qualified instructor are included with all packages.

- Learn how to stand up and surf like a pro in a 2 hour lesson! - If you already know how, learn new tips and tricks from a local professional competitive surfer - Includes all day long board rental so you can practice your new moves Tamarindo is considered one of the best surf spots in Costa Rica - and for good reason! Never ending sunshine, warm waters (you can leave your wetsuit at home!), fantastic waves for both beginners and experienced surfers and beautiful scenery make it hard to beat.

If you’re looking to escape the crowds in Tamarindo, look no further than this fun-filled ATV tour. An ATV allows you to get off the beaten track— ride through small towns, into the jungle, and even across rivers during the rainy season. As you ride, look for wildlife like monkeys and birds that call the area home.

Kayak over to Isla Capitan to reach an excellent snorkeling spot on this half-day tour from Playa Tamarindo. Start with a brief kayak lesson, then set off with your guide for the paddle to Captain Island. There you can go snorkeling where you might spot marine life such as colorful fish, stingrays, and octopus. Choose to ride in a single or double kayak with use of snorkeling gear included.

The sunset tour is one of the most beautiful tours we have in the area. Get the best experience, comfort and safety on board our ship. Each Tour is unique and unforgettable. In Tamarindo each sunset is very different, you will be surprised with its different colors, perfect to capture beautiful memories. The tour starts at 1 pm, at 12:30 you and your companion will meet our guide at the address previously indicated to prepare you with essential information. You will be transported by boat to our ship where you will be received by our team on board. You will have at your disposal Open Bar, fresh fruit and bruschettas. We will travel for 1 hour and 30 minutes to the private beach to enjoy water activities and lunch for 1 hour. It will be another hour and a half of return trip to get to observe the spectacle of the sunset on our coast. Enjoy the sun, the breeze and possible sightings of marine fauna.

Horseback riding through the jungle might sound too good to be true, but this tour certainly isn’t. Saddle up for a relaxed ride through a private jungle ranch outside of Tamarindo—well-trained horses make this tour suitable for beginner and advanced riders alike. As follow your guide through forests and pastures en route to waterfalls, vista points, and natural springs, look out for wildlife like iguanas and monkeys in their natural habitat.

Get a ride like you never before! In our vans, you will feel a warm welcome to Costa Rica, our vehicles are late model, air conditioned, comfortable and driven only by professional and bilingual drivers. We are 506 Transfers & Tours, #1 on Tripadvisor and consistently set the new standard for excellence featuring unparalleled vehicle quality and complementary drinks for our passengers. We we work 365 days a year with a 24-hour emergency number. Rates from 1 to 5 passengers, per trip not per person Add $15.00 USD more for each additional passenger per way (will be paid in cash the day of each service)

No need to travel far from Tamarindo for a fun zipline experience through a forest canopy. This Tamarindo zipline tour is just a few minutes from downtown Tamarindo, so you can get in, zip around, and head back to the beach in time to watch the sunset.

Exchange the sun and surf for for a high-flying adventure in the misty Monteverde Cloud Forest on this full-day combo tour from Tamarindo. Fly through the forest canopy on a 15-cable zipline course featuring a gravity-defying Superman cable and a Tarzan swing, and slow down for a closer look at Monteverde's rich biodiversity while walking through the tree tops along a series of hanging bridges. In between adventures, replenish your energy with a typical Costa Rican lunch.

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.

Considered a hotspot for beginner surfers, Tamarindo can quickly fill up with surfers hitting the waves. Book a surf lesson in advance to make sure that you can squeeze the experience into your trip. Whether it's your first time on a board or you're just brushing up, this lesson can be catered to fit your needs with a small-group ratio of only three students per instructor.

the 101 surf lesson is the best way to get into this amazing sport. The instructor will teach you everything you need in terms of water safety, surfing ethics and, of course, how to stop and surf the wave.

Nuestro principal enfoque es prestar un excelente servicio, basado en la confianza, el respeto y la cordialidad, haciendo siempre énfasis en la seguridad, ademas, nuestra dinámica de enseñanza, permite a nuestros alumnos aprender de una manera fácil y rápida, las técnicas básicas para comenzar a surfear. Para aquellos que ya tienen alguna experiencia en el surf, también ofrecemos servicio de coaching y preparación física para aprender y mejorar técnicas.

Explore Costa Rica’s diverse forest and beach ecosystems on a half-day combo ATV trip and surf lesson from Playa Hermosa. Scoot down the sand behind the wheel of an ATV and make your way along the coast of three beautiful beaches before heading to Playa Tamarindo or Grande for a surf lesson geared toward beginner and intermediate surfers.

What better place to learn to surf than Tamarindo on Costa Rica’s North Pacific Coast – one of the world’s most popular surf destinations? Master the basics, practice standing up on your board and catch your first wave with this beginner-friendly 2-hour surf class. With all equipment included and expert instructors to guide you, you’ll be hitting the waves in no time!

"Let the sea set you free" Surfers welcome! Selina Surf Club is for everyone, from seasoned pros looking to improve their speed and control we have the Selina Surf Club Coaching. We`ll film you and correct you after the lesson. Our instructors are professional, experienced surfers who will help you get the most from your surf experience.