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Surfing, Windsurfing & Kitesurfing in Tamarindo

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1. Surf Lesson in Tamarindo - If you don’t stand up you get your money back!

159
By La Muda Surf School CR
2 hours
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2. Beginner Surf Lessons In Tamarindo - Shared or Private

38
By Native's Way
Surfing Lessons
2 hours
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$45.00
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3. BEST Surf Lessons in Tamarindo and Surf funcional, Surf skate, Video Analisis

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By Surf lessons Tamarindo
Surfing Lessons
2 hours
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5. 5 Star Surf Lessons in Tamarindo, with SALT Surf As Life Therapy

42
By SALT Surf As Life Therapy
Surfing Lessons
2 hours
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Catamaran Snorkeling & Sunset Sailing Tour

156
By Marlin Sailing Tours
Sailing
4–5 hours
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$105.61
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Zip line, Hot Springs, horses and More Aventure.

34
By Clamatour
Pottery Classes
6+ hours
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Flamingo Beach Full-Day Package Rental

37
By Playa Flamingo Best Beach Concierge
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2–10 hours
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$36.00
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Two Tanks Scuba Diving Tour at Catalina Islands & North Island - CR

151
By Pacific Coast Dive Center
5 hours
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Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers at Catalina Islands & North Island - CR

60
By Pacific Coast Dive Center
5 hours
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Morning Catamaran in Playa Flamingo - minimum 6 adults

11
By Lazy Lizard Sailing
Sailing
4 hours
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Fishing, Snorkeling and Sunset Tours in Guanacaste, Playa Flamingo

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By Ocean Life Costa Rica
4 hours
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Exclusive Snorkeling Adventure in Guancaste, Costa Rica

11
By Pura Vida Snorkeling
4 hours
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  • Sarah M
    1 contribution
    Give it a try!
    First time surfing and was nervous but the teachers were all friendly and helpful. Was able to stand despite finding it challenging at first, would recommend to anyone wanting to try surfing!
    Review of: Surf Lesson in Tamarindo - If you don’t stand up you get your money back!
    Written May 27, 2023
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • Christine A
    5 contributions
    great for beginners surf lesson
    great surf lesson for two total beginners. our instructor, kevin was so kind , knowledgeable and helpful to give us confidence to stand up and catch the waves. i was SO nervous before the lesson but after i felt excited.

    Perfecto para personas con zero experienca. nuestra maetro, Kevin fue muy amable y intelligente. El da nos confidencia para "catch the waves". Estaba MUY ansiosa antes del clase pero despues, estaba exitado
    Review of: Beginner Surf Lessons In Tamarindo - Shared or Private
    Written May 3, 2023
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  • Elan
    Mykonos, Greece3 contributions
    Dedicated teaching for surfing
    Leandro and the rest of the team at the surf shop are top notch. I came as a beginner and quickly saw how dedicated he was to our learning and progress out on the water. Besides being a great teacher, it was a joy to be around the positive vibes. This is the place to go for surfing in tamarindo!!!
    Review of: BEST Surf Lessons in Tamarindo and Surf funcional, Surf skate, Video Analisis
    Written May 30, 2023
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • Dan J
    Denver, CO1 contribution
    Awesome surf lessons!
    The surf lessons were great. Sofie taught me and my kids so much and made sure we we caught tons of waves and walked away with the confidence to rent boards and try surfing on our own the next day!
    Review of: Surf Lessons - Playa Tamarindo
    Written March 24, 2023
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  • Caleb M
    2 contributions
    Manu 🙌🏼
    10/10 - would recommend to anyone looking for a surf lesson in Tamarindo. Our instructor Manu was awesome and gave great instructions that had us riding waves on our first try. Mani was also super cool and made it a very fun and memorable experience. Out of all the surf schools in Tamarindo, this is the way to go.
    Review of: 5 Star Surf Lessons in Tamarindo, with SALT Surf As Life Therapy
    Written May 15, 2023
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  • Marlene T
    5 contributions
    Amazing Experience
    It was my husband's and my first time surfing and first timers to Costa Rica. We did our research from home (Canada) and booked with Tidal Wave Surf Academy. Alvaro contacted us through whatsapp to confirm the time, gave us detailed directions on how to locate him and worked out great.
    He took his time with teaching and ensured to even take a few moments to relax before we hit the water. He's patient and kind. We would definitely recommend Tidal Wave and will be returning again. Thanks for being awesome Alvaro and we will see you again soon!! Pura Vida 🤙
    Review of: Surf Lessons in Tamarindo by Tidal Wave Surf Academy
    Written April 30, 2023
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  • Juliet Cheung
    Toronto, Canada1 contribution
    Best surfing experience ever!
    I have surfed 3-4 times at different places before but still a beginner. However, the experience at Costa Rica was just incredible. Mario was very professional and attentive. The method he taught us, both me and cousin who are both beginners, were able to stand up several times during our 2 hrs session. They also offer boats snorkeling tours but we didn't have time to do it this time. Would definitely be back and hire Mario and his team again to improve my surfing skills.
    Review of: Private Surf Lesson in Tamarindo Beach
    Written May 21, 2023
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  • Natalie A
    4 contributions
    Great instructor!!! Must book!
    Great instructor! We booked last minute and he was able to get us in! We had three boys -ages, 16, 14 and 11. In 30 minutes they were already catching waves!!!! They had a blast. When we come back to Costa Rica we will be booking again! Pura Vida!
    Review of: Surf Lessons in Tamarindo Beach with Kevin our local instructor
    Written March 19, 2023
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  • A P
    1 contribution
    Amazing, defiantly recommend!
    Had an amazing time! We had never surfed before, and our instructor was great, we both were able to ride several waves after our first lesson, it was amazing! Definitely recommend!
    Review of: Best Surf Lessons in Tamarindo for All Levels
    Written May 20, 2023
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  • Conor D
    1 contribution
    Excellent coaching
    I booked in for a 5 day camp, with Luis as my instructor. Luis was an excellent instructor, helping me to consistently catch more, and bigger waves as each day went on. A great guide - thank you Luis!
    Review of: Stellar 3 Day Surf Package
    Written May 30, 2023
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  • Patrick B
    8 contributions
    Best Surf!
    Ale has taken myself, my brother and my best friend to Witch’s and Ollies Point a few times over the years and every time was magical! The surf, the friends and the stories I still tell about those trips!! Life Changing!
    Review of: Private boat to Witches Rock & Ollie's point
    Written August 6, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • Tali Prasquier
    1 contribution
    Amazing teachers and people
    Bobby and Bar were so so nice and welcoming
    Bar was an amazing teacher, she was very patient and gave us great tips
    More than that they both know so much about Tamarindo and have great recommendations
    We had so much fun during the surf lessons and learned a lot only with 3 classes
    Review of: Private surf lesson for you/your group in Tamarindo beach
    Written April 27, 2023
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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