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Surf Sustainability: How to Enjoy the Waves While Protecting Costa Rica’s Environment
Travelers to Costa Rica tend to be nature lovers and for good reason! Costa Rica holds 5 percent of the entire world’s biodiversity in its small land mass – it can fit inside the state of Texas 13 times! So, people who visit this small Central American country tend to be concerned about their environmental…
Build The Best Costa Rica Summer Surf Camp Itinerary
We know it’s summer and the weather is finally getting warm but there are still a lot of perks of spending your summer vacay in a hot location. A trip to Tamarindo, Costa Rica means warm waters for swimming and surfing, spending time soaking up the sun and a different culture, and…saving money. That’s right!…
Can Surfing Help You Reduce Stress? Find out the Surf Benefits!
Paddling, balancing, popping up…surfing is a full-body workout. But it’s not just your body that benefits from surfing. Studies show that surfing could be as good for your mind as it is for your body. From stress reduction to better sleep, surf benefits the body, mind, and soul! The physical health benefits of surfing are…
The 8 Best Surfing Spots in Costa Rica
With over 300 beaches across its Pacific and Caribbean shores, Costa Rica has some of the best surf spots in the world. Not every beach has waves meant for surfing, however, and picking the best beach for you will depend on your skill level and how far you want to travel into the wilds of…
What to Pack: Costa Rica Travel Tips for Surfers
As one of the top choices for surf vacations, Costa Rica is a great place for anyone wanting to learn the sport of surfing or improve their skills. There are plenty of good Costa Rica surf camps to stay at and many, like Iguana Surf, provide you with surfboards, leashes, wax, rash guards, and almost…
Top 5 No-No’s While Staying in a Dorm at a Costa Rica Surf Camp, Tamarindo
Staying at a Costa Rica surf camp is a great way to make friends and have experiences you wouldn’t normally have. It will take you out of your comfort zone and expose you to people you probably never would have met in your normal life. It will also give you an opportunity to experience other…
Top Costa Rica Surf Contests/Events & Surfers in 2023
With warm waters and 800 miles of coastline, Costa Rica surf is one of the best in the world and, as a popular surfing destination, Costa Rica has its share of surfing events and top players. From Olympic hopefuls to surf contests in Costa Rica, here we feature some of the best of what Costa…
Book an Affordable Surf Camp & Spend Spring Break in Costa Rica
Spring break season is coming up fast and if you’re a college student on a budget who wants to have fun on a tropical beach, you’re probably hoping to find a cheap surf camp in Costa Rica. Well, look no further! At Iguana Surf, we have the ultimate week-long package for a fun, yet budget-friendly,…
Meet the Iguana Surf Crew of 2023!
We are kind of like a little family at our Tamarindo surf camp. That’s why it is so important to us that you feel at home when you stay with us! It takes a team to run our surf shop in Tamarindo Costa Rica, not to mention our surf camp, lessons, rentals, tours, and hotel!…
I Met the Love of My Life at a Costa Rica Surf Camp
Sitting on the warm sand while listening to the sound of the waves crashing around you as you gaze into the horizon and watch the sunset over the ocean. What could be more romantic? The beauty of Costa Rica makes it the perfect place for lovers, but what about the single folks? Believe it or…
Looking for More Excitement in 2023? Tamarindo Adventures Await!
It’s a new year and you are itching for your first adventure of 2023. Why not try something completely different and learn something new? There are endless adventures to be had at our surf camp in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Now is the time to head to the beach and have an adventure Pura Vida style!…
Good Vibes and Waves: Top Costa Rica Music Festivals to Experience While Surfing
Tamarindo Beach isn’t just about surfing, swimming, and sunsets. There is more to this Costa Rican beach town than meets the eye! Tamarindo is also a hot gathering place for Costa Rica music festivals, with the best events of the year happening over the next couple of months. It is officially music festival season in…
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