10 Best Surf Spots in Costa Rica

The chance to surf in high and low tide, average water temperature of 83°F, only experienced surfers are recommended.

#1. Playa Guiones, Nosara

#2. Playa Hermosa, Jaco

Located just south of the busy tourist town of Jaco lays, this beach is not recommended for swimming.

#3. Little Hawaii, Playa Avellanas

Located on a reef, Little Hawaii is best surfed at low tide.

#4. Salsa Brava, Puerto Viejo

A steep wave that drops you straight into the barrel; this wave requires you to be quick on your feet.

#5. Pavones, Costa Rica

Known for having the second longest left-hand surf break on the planet, this is a spot you don’t want to miss out on.

#6. Playa Naranjo

Despite the saltwater crocodiles and sharks, this spot remains hugely popular with surfers from around the globe.

#7. Playa Tamarindo, Tamarindo

From simple beginnings as a quiet fishing village, this beach offers a range of accommodations, and a number of restaurants.

#8. Mal Pais

Made up of Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa and Mal Pais, this destination offers up waves for every type of surfer.

#9. Playa Dominical

Powerful and hollow waves here are formed by a beach break of surf that runs the entire length of the beach.

#10. Playa Negra

Playa Negra offers up some of the best surfing in Costa Rica.