Where can you surf in Costa Rica?
Yosurf tracks 12 surf spots in Costa Rica, with a spot page for comparing waves, wind, recommended level and nearby breaks.
Two oceans, waves all year round: from consistent Pacific breaks (Tamarindo, Nosara, Santa Teresa, Pavones and its endless left) to the heavy slabs of Salsa Brava on the Caribbean side, Costa Rica is a Pura Vida playground for all levels.
Pacific: austral swell April to October, offshore winds nearly year-round in the mornings. Caribbean (Salsa Brava): December to March on N/NE swell lines.
The region's standout spots today (today's score, Intermediate level).
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The local brief, spot by spot, season, swell, wind, tide and the vibe.
Pavones
Two oceans, one country, waves all year round, and sloths in the palm trees of the parking lot.
Nosara — Playa Guiones
Seven kilometres of sand, waves every day, and a jungle they chose not to pour concrete over.
Santa Teresa
The most reliable beach break in Central America, at the end of a dirt road and a former fishing village turned boho mecca.
Tamarindo
Costa Rica's learn-to-surf beach, made famous by The Endless Summer II — estuary crocodiles included.
Yosurf tracks 12 surf spots in Costa Rica, with a spot page for comparing waves, wind, recommended level and nearby breaks.
Start with the session score, then check wave height, swell period and wind. Light offshore or cross-offshore wind often matters more than raw wave size.
Pacific: austral swell April to October, offshore winds nearly year-round in the mornings. Caribbean (Salsa Brava): December to March on N/NE swell lines.
Yes, some breaks can suit beginners when the swell stays small. Choose lifeguarded beaches, surf schools and avoid strong-current days.