Tamarindo
Beach break · Costa Rica · Guanacaste · Beginner → Advanced
Tamarindo surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Looking good — aim for 5h05. — Best window: 5h05–8h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner —
- Intermediate 88
- Advanced 79
- Waves 1.3 m · 14 s period
- Wind E 5 km/h (gusts 27 km/h)
- Tides: ▲ 05:00 · ▽ 12:00 · ▲ 18:00
About this spot
Guanacaste's flagship learner beach: mellow peaks on either side of the river mouth, perfect for beginners, with a few faster sections off Pico Pequeño when the swell builds.
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Tamarindo in detail
Beginner → Advanced
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Tamarindo
What tide is best for surfing Tamarindo?
Tamarindo usually works best around mid-tide. The tide shapes the sandbanks and the depth over the reef, so check the day's tide times before your session.
Is Tamarindo suitable for beginners?
Tamarindo is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
What wind is ideal for Tamarindo?
The ideal wind at Tamarindo comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Tamarindo?
Around Tamarindo, you can also check conditions at Playa Grande, Playa Negra, Nosara. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.