Costa Rica Surf Camp
Legendary Surf Soulmeets Barefoot Luxury
Everything you love about a Costa Rica surf camp
— daily surf, local adventures, true pura vida community — with none of
the compromises. Enjoy boutique beachfront accommodations,
ocean-view balcony suites, and a panoramic rooftop pool
overlooking Tamarindo’s iconic surf break.
Surf. Stay.
Belong.
Everything Included in Your Costa Rica Surf Trip.
Surf
Legendary Since 1989.
150,000+ Lessons Taught
- Professional bilingual instructors
- Daily progression-focused coaching
- Personalized video analysis
- Professional surf photo package
- Unlimited board rentals
- Complimentary Iguana Surf rash guard
Stay
Barefoot Luxury.
- Boutique beachfront accommodations
- Ocean-view balcony suites
- Panoramic rooftop pool
- Beachfront surf diner
- Rooftop café & sunset bar
- On-site market
Belong
Live the Pura Vida.
- Airport transfers included
- Guided Costa Rica surf trip to one of our favorite local breaks
- Exclusive discounts on Tamarindo’s best tours
- Authentic surf community
- Unforgettable sunsets & rooftop gatherings
Everything Included
We Handle the Details.
You Make the Memories.
Everything below is included so you can spend less time planning and more time enjoying one unforgettable week in Costa Rica.
Saturday Airport Transfer
Round-trip Liberia transfers every Saturday. Contact us if arriving outside of Saturday.
Beachfront Accommodations
Boutique rooms steps from the sand, with a panoramic rooftop pool.
Daily Breakfast at Grinds
Gallo pinto, eggs, fresh fruit & orange juice.
Surf Trip to a Nearby Break
One guided surf adventure to Avellanas.
Unlimited Board Rentals
Surf whenever the waves are calling.
Complimentary Rash Guard
Your Iguana Surf rash guard is yours to keep.
Professional Surf Photos
Relive your best waves long after your trip ends.
Personalized Video Analysis
See your surfing through your instructor’s eyes.
Day by Day
Sneak Peek of Your Surf Week
Arrive as strangers. Leave as friends.
Every Surf Week is personalized, but here’s what a typical week looks like—from check-in to your final wave.
Before You ArriveWe’ll send everything you need before your trip.
- Personalized Surf Week itinerary
- Airport shuttle information
- Packing recommendations
- Dedicated WhatsApp group with your instructor and Guest Experience Team
Saturday
Arrival Day
3:00 PM — Shared Iguana Surf Airport Shuttle
Our driver welcomes you at Liberia International Airport for the scenic 90-minute drive to Tamarindo.
Arriving off-schedule? Private transport can be arranged—just let us know.
Check-In
Meet your Guest Experience Team, settle into your beachfront suite, and review your personalized Surf Week itinerary together.
Last-Minute Recommendations
- Sunset Sail
- ATV
- Horseback Riding
- Ziplining
- Río Celeste
First Rooftop Sunset
Cocktail in hand. Ocean breeze. Your Surf Week officially begins.
Saturday Night in Tamarindo
Find your favorite local spot and soak up Tamarindo’s famous Saturday-night energy. Turn in early—tomorrow, you catch your first waves.
Sunday
First Waves
Breakfast
Breakfast at Grinds Surf Diner overlooking Tamarindo Beach.
Surf Session #1 (Approximately 2 Hours Before High Tide)
Meet your instructor, learn ocean safety, and paddle out for your first session. Today is all about confidence, fun, and catching your first waves.
Free Time
Relax by the panoramic rooftop pool, explore Tamarindo, or head back to the beach before another unforgettable sunset.
🦎 Iguana Expert Tip
You’ll probably be more tired than you expect after your first lesson—that means you’re doing it right! Spend the evening relaxing, catch Tamarindo’s famous sunset, or treat yourself to a massage. We’d be happy to arrange one—just ask.
Monday
Building Confidence
Breakfast
Breakfast at Grinds Surf Diner overlooking Tamarindo Beach.
Surf Session #2 (Approximately 2 Hours Before High Tide)
Build on yesterday’s success with personalized coaching designed to improve your confidence, paddling, timing, and wave selection.
Free Time
Recharge by the panoramic rooftop pool, stroll through Tamarindo, grab a coffee, or simply enjoy the slower pace between surf sessions.
🦎 Iguana Expert Tip
The more time you spend in the ocean this week, the faster you’ll progress. Your unlimited board rentals are there whenever you’re ready.
Tuesday
The Breakthrough
Breakfast
Breakfast at Grinds Surf Diner overlooking Tamarindo Beach.
Surf Session #3 (Approximately 2 Hours Before High Tide)
Everything starts coming together. Build on your progress with personalized coaching designed to improve your confidence and technique.
Video Analysis
Watch yourself surf alongside your instructor and receive personalized feedback. For many guests, this is the biggest breakthrough of the week.
Free Time
Relax by the rooftop pool, explore Tamarindo, or simply enjoy everything the town has to offer.
🦎 Iguana Expert Tip
Video Analysis is where everything starts to click. Don’t worry about how you look—focus on how much you’re improving.
Wednesday
Find Your Flow
Breakfast
Breakfast at Grinds Surf Diner overlooking Tamarindo Beach.
Surf Session #4 (Approximately 2 Hours Before High Tide)
With the fundamentals behind you, today’s session is all about building confidence, consistency, and flow in the water.
Free Time
Spend the afternoon by the panoramic rooftop pool, explore Tamarindo, or simply enjoy some well-earned downtime.
🦎 Iguana Expert Tip
Hydrate, stretch, and get a good night’s sleep. Tomorrow’s surf trip is one of everyone’s favorite days.
Thursday
New Breaks. New Adventures.
Breakfast
Breakfast at Grinds Surf Diner overlooking Tamarindo Beach.
Surf Trip to Avellanas (Surf Session #5 • Approximately 2 Hours Before High Tide)
Head to one of our favorite nearby surf breaks for an unforgettable day of surfing, progression, and exploring another side of Costa Rica.
Free Time
Relax by the rooftop pool, enjoy the beach, or head into town for dinner and live music.
🦎 Iguana Expert Tip
Pack reef-safe sunscreen, a reusable water bottle, and your camera. The Avellanas surf trip is one of the most memorable days of the week.
Friday
Your Best Waves Yet
Breakfast
Breakfast at Grinds Surf Diner overlooking Tamarindo Beach.
Surf Session #6 (Approximately 2 Hours Before High Tide)
Put everything together during your final surf session. Paddle out with confidence, celebrate your progress, and enjoy every wave.
Free Time
Spend one last afternoon by the panoramic rooftop pool, pick up a few souvenirs, and enjoy one final Tamarindo sunset.
🦎 Iguana Expert Tip
Don’t forget to download your surf photos before you leave—you’ll definitely want these memories.
Saturday
Until Next Time
One Last Breakfast
Enjoy one final breakfast at Grinds before saying goodbye to your new surf family.
Shared Airport Shuttle
We’ll coordinate your return shuttle to Liberia International Airport around your departure plans.
🦎 Iguana Expert Tip
If your flight schedule allows, squeeze in one last sunrise walk on the beach—or even one last surf. It’s the perfect way to end your Surf Week.
Until Next Time
You arrived as strangers. You leave as friends.
The week may be over, but the memories are just beginning.
Beyond Beginner?Intermediate & Advanced Surf Weeks
Our Intermediate Surf Week follows the same Saturday-to-Saturday schedule, but every surf session is customized around your ability, the swell forecast, and the best local breaks.
- Private coaching available
- Advanced progression
- Customized surf trips
- Best breaks for your level
What Our Guests Say
Real People. Real Stoke.
★★★★★ 4.9 on Google
“Iguana is the best surf camp in Tamarindo! … The instructors are all very knowledgeable and make the lessons super fun!”— Alison S.
“Had an unreal time at Iguana Surf Camp. Great vibes, super well organized, and a perfect place to actually level up your surfing.”— Aidan C.
“I had so much fun at the three day surf camp. It was the best vacation ever.”— JT P.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s included in my Costa Rica surf camp?
- 7 nights beachfront accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Daily surf lessons with professional bilingual instructors
- Personalized video analysis
- Professional surf photo package
- Unlimited board rentals all week
- Round-trip airport transfers from Liberia (LIR)
- Your Iguana Surf rash guard to keep
Lunches, dinners and tours are not included — we are happy to help you plan them. One booking, zero logistics.
When does camp start and end?
What if I can’t come Saturday to Saturday?
I’ve never surfed. Is that a problem?
How much does it cost?
Is it safe for beginners and kids?
How fast will I actually learn?
What’s the best time of year?
Why book camp instead of a hotel + lessons separately?
Is this the best surf camp in Costa Rica for beginners?
Is there parking available?
Parking at Iguana Surf is typical of a Costa Rica beach town. We do not offer private or secured parking. Guests park in the public beach parking area directly in front of Iguana Surf, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
During the day, you’ll likely meet one of the Tamarindo locals who has appointed himself the parking attendant. He helps organize the parking area and can often help you find a space if one is available. There’s no fixed fee. If he was helpful, most people simply thank him with a tip before heading home.
What if the weather is bad on the day of my lesson?
We surf in the rain. Warm water, warm air, and the waves do not care — a rainy session is often the quietest one out there. Wind or a messy swell does not stop us either; your instructor picks the best spot and time for the conditions that day.
The one thing that does stop us is thunder and lightning. Safety comes first, so we come in, wait it out, and reschedule your lesson for later that day or another day in your trip.
Not a beginner — is the camp still for me?
Yes. The camp is beginner-friendly, but it is not beginners-only. Experienced surfers add our Intermediate Package: instead of daily lessons in front of Tamarindo Bay, your surf guide reads the tide, swell and your level, picks the best breaks nearby and takes you there — coaching you in the water and moving your surfing up a level.
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