Surfing beaches are not typically the first thing that is obvious when you think about Costa Rica. Colorful wildlife, abundant lush green forest and golden beaches are closer to the mark. don't miss another great part of the country - surfing.

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The Northwards Pacific Coast provides the best, most reliable waves from December to April when powerful offshore winds combine with the best swell directions. Newbs can enjoy riding the waves at Tamarindo, while other good breaks include Witches Rock, Playa Negra and Playa Grande.

Tamarindo provides the ideal location for those wishing to do a selection of activities. Apart from surfing there are many activities on offer, including snorkelling, scuba diving, brook kayaking and surf vacation sailing. Besides, you can enjoy jungle stream cruises or watch the giant leatherback turtles which come here to nest between October and March. Tamarindo Beach is easy to reach with daily flights and buses leaving from San Jos.

The quiet Southern Pacific Coast offers the most trustworthy waves for those travelling between May and Nov. Few tourists travel to this bit of Costa Rica making it ideal for those with their own equipment and looking out for a relaxing trip.

The easy going, little surf city of Domincal has a beautiful beach stretching for one and a half kilometres. It has right and left breaks OK for surfers of all abilities and with a lot of accommodation options, it makes for the perfect holiday location. Cabo Matapolo is an alternative choice. Surrounded by jungle, it is often described as one of the most beautiful, untouched places left in Costa Rica, with wildlife everywhere you look: monkeys, anteaters and scarlet macaws. There are lodges but no shops or services.

The Caribbean Coast is excellent for surfers travelling from Nov to March. Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, offers crystal-clear blue waters and Costa Rica's heaviest and best wave: Salsa Brava.

Appropriate for only the experienced, this reef break is extremely popular with neighbors, expats and holiday makers alike, so expect crowds throughout the week. The nearby beach break at Playa Cocles and reef break at Punta Uva offer acceptable, trustworthy and exciting breaks for less experienced surfers. Getting to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is relatively simple. Take a bus or shared shuttle from San Jos or fly to nearby Limn.

Best estern Tamarindo Vista Villa is Costa Ricas best known Surf Spot. Overlooking the Tamarindo surf break, each room has a great ocean view at Witches Rock cost-effective cost.

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