Tamarindo Surfing: Local Culture & Experience

Dive into Tamarindo’s surf culture with Mariano. Experience authentic Costa Rican surfing, plus optional photography and videography. Book your adventure today.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Beach Volleyball Courts Tamarindo - Overview:
    All classes are designed to last between 1.5 to 2 hours, including a 15-30 minute theory session to review terminology and surfing fundamentals, ensuring a refreshed mindset.
    Beginner:
  • Learn the parts of the surfboard
  • Body positioning
  • Beach practice
  • Standing up
  • Surf!
    Intermediate/Advanced:
    -…
What's Included
  • Licensed or certified guide
  • Surfboard rental
Additional Information

Mariano is a member of the Tamarindo Costa Rica Surfing Association, dedicated to preserving the vibrant local surf culture of this stunning town. His mission is to collaborate with locals to provide clients and the community with an authentic Costa Rican surfing experience. If you’re interested in documenting your surfing adventure with a unique…

Location
Beach volleyball courts Tamarindo
Ruta Nacional Secundaria 152
The main meeting point will be on the beach front of Agua Salada Restaurant next to Volley Ball Courts of Tamarindo Beach. Depending on weather or surf conditions the meeting point may change.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Q8689siandrews
Feb 17, 2025
Multiple surf lessons - The surf lessons were so fun and helpful. I can’t wait to surf again because of them. I could not recommend it more to everyone!!
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V3174kecharlied
Feb 14, 2025
Amazing Experience with Mariano! - My girlfriend and I participated in Mariano’s surf lessons and they were fantastic. Mariano is a great instructor with lots of tips to help with the students confidence. It is clear he loves what he does and loves teaching others. We had so much fun.Great experience!!
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Y8258qxbiancac
Feb 5, 2025
The best surf instructor in Tamarindo - I went to Tamarindo with the idea of learning to surf and I was lucky to have Mariano as an instructor. You can tell that surfing is passionate and you know the Tamarindo Sea like the back of your hand. It explains everything very clearly and gives very good tips for improvement, which made me feel safe and progress more than I expected. The experience exceeded my expectations, and if I return to Tamarindo, I would definitely take classes with him again. I totally recommend it!
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Isabellefz7973ba
Jan 23, 2025
100% recommend seeing Mariano for surf lessons! - Had Mariano as a teacher, it was so much fun, he was a great teacher and taught good techniques. I did 5 lessons and learn so much!
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Christian_l
Jan 5, 2025
Mariano was great!! - Mariano was great!! An amazing surf instructor and super helpful and friendly. Would recommend him to everyone!! We had a great time!
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Arielles916
Nov 18, 2024
Best Surf Instructor in Costa Rica! - Mariano is the best surf instructor you will find. He is incredibly passionate about surfing and wants to spread that love to everyone! He is patient and funny throughout your lessons which creates a great environment to learn in. He also constantly pushes you to improve. Mariano takes time to teach you proper technique so that you go into the water with confidence. With his help, I am now able to go out and surf on my own. Super grateful for this guy!!
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From $50
up to 6 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).