All-Inclusive Costa Rica Surf Vacations

Costa Rica has become a surfer's mecca. With consistent waves and year-round nice weather, it's easy to see why. Throw in the "pura vida"--pure life--happiness of the locals and you've got magic. Surf camps are popping up all over the coasts. Whether you're just learning to surf or want the insider scoop on secret breaks, check into an all-inclusive package to take the guesswork out of your Costa Rica surf vacation.

Kelly's Surf Camp

Kelly's Surf Camp caters to everyone from beginning to advanced surfers. A typical package includes transportation to and from the Liberia Airport to the surf camp in Tamarindo. Located in the northwest province of Costa Rica, Tamarindo is famous for surfing. Receive daily lessons for beginners or boat trips to hidden breaks for the more experienced. Seven nights' lodging are included at a local hotel, depending on price point. Daily breakfast is included. Catch as many waves as you can with an unlimited use of the camp's surfboards. Daily yoga can be added to your surf vacation for an additional cost.

Kelly's Surf Camp
Main Street
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
(+011) 506 2653 1355
puramar.com

CR Surf Adventures

CR Surf Adventures hosts surf vacations in Tamarindo and Nosara--a location farther south down the coast. Guests can choose to stay in one spot or split their time between the two locations. The all-inclusive package encompasses all accommodations, meals, transportation to and from the airport and unlimited surfboard rentals. Beginners receive two hours of personal instruction daily, while more experienced riders take daily tours to local breaks. When not surfing, choose two of the following excursions: a canopy zip-line tour, snorkel by boat, an ATV jungle tour or a sunset sail aboard a catamaran. Yoga classes can be added to your personal itinerary.

CR Surf Adventures
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Nosara, Costa Rica
(866) 598-1380
crsurfadventures.com

1 Costa Rica Link

For those wanting the details taken care of, but more personal freedom, book your surf vacation through 1 Costa Rica Link. From its offices in San Jose, this company arranges eight- to 12-day all-inclusive surf trips. You can choose locations such as the Peninsula de Osa on the southern Pacific coast, Dominical, Playa Hermosa and Santa Teresa. All airport transportation, accommodations, in-country flights and most meals are arranged for you. Some packages include a rental car, giving you the freedom to travel on your own and have a hotel and tour ready when you arrive.

1 Costa Rica Link
P.O. Box 2907-1000
San Jose, Costa Rica
(888) 803-3344
1costaricalink.com

Article Written By Anne Marie Bailey

Based in Southern California, Anne Marie Bailey has been a freelance writer since 2008. She has been published in "EAT Magazine" and is a regular contributor to Trails.com and eHow. Bailey holds a Bachelor of Arts in cultural anthropology from the University of Colorado.

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