Tamarindo Surf School & Surf Camp

Name: Tamarindo Surf School & Surf Camp — WaveCamps Editor's Review
Item: Tamarindo Surf School & Surf Camp
Rating: 98
Author: Edijs Grins

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Surf Tamarindo Surf School, at Playa Tamarindo Costa Rica offers lessons, surfboard rentals, surfing courses, pro surf photograhy. Best price

Costa Rica Guanacaste Tamarindo

WaveCamps Review

Tamarindo Surf School & Surf Camp — Editor's Take

Edijs

Surf camp reviewer • WaveCamps

Overall score 98/100

Top-notch surf lessons with a fun, patient, and encouraging vibe.

Highlights

Patient instructors
Beachfront location
Family-friendly

Quick overview:

Tamarindo Surf School & Surf Camp offers a friendly and welcoming atmosphere perfect for learning to surf. The vibe is upbeat and encouraging, making it easy to feel comfortable whether you’re a newbie or traveling with family.

Guests love the patient and knowledgeable instructors who make surfing accessible and fun, often helping first-timers ride waves by the end of their lesson. The beachfront location is a huge plus, and there are extra activities like horseback riding to enjoy.

This camp is best suited for beginners and families looking for a safe, supportive environment. Keep in mind it can get crowded, but that’s expected in popular Tamarindo, so plan accordingly.

What we liked

Instructors are knowledgeable and fun
Easy access to waves from beach
Offers additional activities like horseback riding

Good to know

Can get crowded during peak times
Focused mainly on beginner surfers

152, Provincia de Guanacaste, Tamarindo, Costa Rica

The Location

Tamarindo is a chill spot on the northern Pacific coast of Costa Rica, easy to get to and full of good vibes. The nearest airport is Liberia, just a short drive away to kick off your surf adventure.

Nearby Surf

You’ll find consistent waves and a mix of breaks here, perfect for all skill levels—from first-timers to seasoned pros. The beach breaks are beginner-friendly, while the reef breaks add some challenge for advanced surfers.

What's Included

The camp offers group and private lessons with over 15 pro instructors, plus surfboards, leashes, and wetsuits to keep you safe and stoked. You can also join yoga classes, ATV tours, and cultural experiences to mix things up.

Accommodation

While the camp focuses on surf lessons and activities, Tamarindo has a ton of accommodation options nearby—so you can pick whatever vibe suits you best.

Best For

This camp is awesome if you’re looking to learn surfing or improve your skills, whether you’re a beginner or more advanced, and love a bit of extra adventure and culture too.

This camp is located in Costa Rica in the Guanacaste area.