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Del Mar Surf Camp

Playa Hermosa, Jaco 61101, Costa Rica
1-855-8-335-627
Ranked #1 of 19 attractions in Jaco
5.0 of 5 stars 67 Reviews
Type: Surf Camps
Owner description: Del Mar Surf Camp is the premiere surf camp in Costa Rica with over nine years of experience teaching people how to surf. We provide a maximum of 2 to...... more » Owner description: Del Mar Surf Camp is the premiere surf camp in Costa Rica with over nine years of experience teaching people how to surf. We provide a maximum of 2 to 1 student to instructor ratio with local Costa Rican surfers providing a safe and quality surf instruction guaranteed for everyone to catch waves. Our all inclusive surf camps include everything from daily yoga classes, daily nature walks & healthy meals to create the perfect vacation in paradise. Owned & operated by local Costa Rican, you can be rest assured that your experience will exemplify all the "Pura Vida" culture Costa Rica has to offer. « less
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South of Jaco Beach, Costa,Rica
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

On time , and always worried about ones safety. They want you to have a great time. Everyday we surfed made my confidence build and i thank them for letting me see and experience the Ocean in a different way. More

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Del_Mar_Surf_Camp, Owner at Del Mar Surf Camp, responded to this review
May 21, 2012

Hi, Thank you so much for your review. It is great to know that our instructors helped you bullid your confidence and make you feel relaxed in the water. Nothing like it ! Being able to sit on your board waiting for a wave is the best feeling. Please come back to see us soon! Pura Vida María More

Virginia Beach, VA
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012
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It is impossible to put into words what an extraordinary experience I had. What word could be used for "better than perfect"? The hotel is like paradise.... in concert with nature, clean, tastefully decorated. All of the hotel staff are friendly, polite, professional, attentive, diligent workers. The camp staff members were that and more. They are such genuine people that... More

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Del_Mar_Surf_Camp, Owner at Del Mar Surf Camp, responded to this review
April 24, 2012

Hi, Wow it is incredible how you took the time to describe each one of us. Thank you so much for your amazing feedback. You inspired us to continue working hard and always be passionate for what you love! Pura Vida! Maria del Mar More

Wendy, Wyoming
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012

This was our second year surfing with Del Mar. I highly recommend them. There are several qualities that I think make them stand out. Customer service, expertise and safety. We have been assisted by 5 - 6 of their staff and they all are outstanding. They are helpful and positive friendly people. The surfing is amazing. It's surreal to be... More

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Del_Mar_Surf_Camp, Owner at Del Mar Surf Camp, responded to this review
April 13, 2012

Hi, Thank you so much for your words. We are so happy that you repeated the experience and had a good time. Our little corner for the lessons is unreal as you said. We really hope to see you again in the near future. Thanks and Pura Vida! Maria del Mar More

North Tustin
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012

This was a great surf school. My husband and girls ages 9 & 11 took the lessons. The were surfing in no time! My husband lucked out and had private lessons from Jefferson who is 1st in surfing in Costa Rica. Very cool! The girls had a great teacher also. By the end they were having a blast surfing! I... More

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Del_Mar_Surf_Camp, Owner at Del Mar Surf Camp, responded to this review
April 4, 2012

Hi, Thank you so much for your comment. Jefferson is a great instructor and i am glad that the family enjoyed the lesson. We look forward to see you and your family in the near future. Pura Vida from Del Mar Surf Camp Staff! More

vernon
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

very well organized, safe, smart and fun!!! Great surf school for anyone really, but especially beginners! More

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Del_Mar_Surf_Camp, Owner at Del Mar Surf Camp, responded to this review
April 3, 2012

Hi, Thank you so much for your review. We appreciate it and hope that yup enjoyed your surf lessons with Del Mar. We look forward to see you again in the near future! Thanks, Maria del Mar More

Toronto, Canada
Contributor
15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

This surf school was recommended to me by a family friend who lives in Hermosa the small surfing community south of Jaco. She surfs every morning before work and really knows a lot about surfing in the Jaco area. I was very impressed by the instructors and equipment supplied by the school. My wife, my two teen aged daughters and... More

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Del_Mar_Surf_Camp, Owner at Del Mar Surf Camp, responded to this review
April 3, 2012

Hi, I wanted to thank you so much for the great review. We work really hardware in orden to be the bes school in Costa Rica and specially to see smiles after each surf lesson. I appreciate the time taken to write the review and really hope to see you guys again in the near future. Thanks again from Del... More

Ottawa, Canada
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2012

Had a positive family experience due to the skilled and friendly instructors. Also, the Jaco beach location is ideal for beginner/intermediates as the waves are consistent, a good size, and you can get good long rides even as a novice. Logistics were a little less positive. Emails took a bit too long to be responded to, multiple requests were required... More

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Del_Mar_Surf_Camp, Owner at Del Mar Surf Camp, responded to this review
March 27, 2012

Hi, Thank you so much for your review. I appreciate your feedback about the hassle to reserve your vacation. I apologize for the inconvenience. We have added another person to our team in the main office and really hope that nobody has to go through this again. We look forward to see you surfing again with us! Pura Vida from... More

charlotte, nc
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2012

I have been to Costa Rica 3 times and people keep asking me why don;t you try somewhere different to go? The answer is I have traveled a lot, and costa rica is by far the most diverse and interesting beach vacation I have been to. Tne waters are not aqua, which is my only complaint. But they call it... More

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Del_Mar_Surf_Camp, Owner at Del Mar Surf Camp, responded to this review
March 19, 2012

Hi, Wanted to thank you for the wonderful review. I am so hay that you love our country and also that you had a blast with Del Mar Family! We look forrad to see you back in the near future. PURA VIDA! María del Mar Surf Camp Director More

New York
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2012

This is our sixth or so tour with Del Mar Surf. This time, we spent a few hours getting the hang of stand-up paddling outside of Jaco. As usual, the attention to detail and quality of service is simply outstanding. This was my girlfriend's first time on board, and our guide/instructor took the time, explained everything, and got her up... More

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Del_Mar_Surf_Camp, Owner at Del Mar Surf Camp, responded to this review
March 19, 2012

Hi, Wanted to thank you for your review and great comments about Del Mar. We really look forward to keep seeing you around to show you some more fun! Thanks from all of Del Mar Staff! Pura Vida, Maria del Mar Surf Camp Director More

Princeton, New Jersey
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 22, 2012

My brother, sister and I purchased a LivingSocial coupon for Del Mar Surf Camp. Best deal ever! We definitely got what we paid for and MORE. Paco and Gita were wonderful instructors. Very patient with us newbies and so much fun!! We kicked off the trip with yoga in a cabana and followed up with surfing, stand up paddling and... More

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Del_Mar_Surf_Camp, Owner at Del Mar Surf Camp, responded to this review
February 23, 2012

Hi Lauren, Thank you so much for your review. I am very glad that you guys enjoyed your time and got to try some of our best activities. We hope to see you back in CR and Del Mar Surf Camp, next time maybe to do the real surf camp experience with us in our base hotel! Pura Vida, Maria... More

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