10 Surfing, Windsurfing & Kitesurfing in Jaco That You Shouldn't Miss

January 6, 2022 Ying Subia

The tiny hamlet of Jaco is located in the Pacific Coast province of Puntarenas, Costa Rica. It’s the ultimate hideaway for sun seekers and active travelers, with cinnamon-hued volcanic-sand beaches, lush green rain forest and verdant mountains. Surfers flock here from around the world, but families, and honeymooners also find much to love, thanks to the multitude of beaches, outdoor activities, dining, shopping and nightlife. Explore the Costa Rican rain forest by horseback, learning about the flora and fauna in this impressive eco-system. Take an ATV tour to beaches, remote villages and waterfalls. Try your hand at sport fishing, paragliding, sea kayaking or even bungee jumping. Spend an afternoon at the Pura Vida Gardens and Waterfalls, where you’ll find millions of plants, flowers and orchids from around the world. Zip line through the jungle, play a round of golf or take an aerial tram tour of the rain forest. Expert surfers will want to check out La Roca Loca and Playa Hermosa for a challenge.
Restaurants in Jaco

1. Del Mar

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5.0 based on 130 reviews

Del Mar

Del Mar Surf Camp is the premiere surf camp in Costa Rica with over nine years of experience teaching people how to surf. We provide a maximum of 2 to 1 student to instructor ratio with local Costa Rican surfers providing a safe and quality surf instruction guaranteed for everyone to catch waves. Our all inclusive surf camps include everything from daily yoga classes, daily nature walks & healthy meals to create the perfect vacation in paradise. Owned & operated by local Costa Rican, you can be rest assured that your experience will exemplify all the "Pura Vida" culture Costa Rica has to offer.

2. Chuck's Wow Surf Lessons

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5.0 based on 93 reviews

Chuck's Wow Surf Lessons

From Grommets to Grandmas, Pro’s to “never done it”, we have you covered. 3 hours lessons at $65 per person which includes transport, guide/driver, instructor (Lifeguard Certified) and all equipment needed.Starts out with a half hour of theory and safety on the beach, then off to the water we go for 2+ hoursof the most exhausting and thrilling adventure you could ask for. Imagine, we have over 50 years total combined time in the water! After we wear you out and have shown you how to ride, quick trip back to the shop and we discuss abilities and assess the students equipment needs for future surfing. Equipment is available to rent of purchase should you choose.We are a drug free organization and proud sponsors of many of our best local surfers, not just a claim!Max 5 people per instructor.What do I bring?We supply the surfboards with leash, lycra surf shirts, and a ride to the spot we teach the lessons in. Bring swimwear (ladies should wear boardshorts, the waves will rearrange your bikini), towel, and… A BIG SMILE AND A POSITIVE ATTITUDE! Students should wear at least 30SPF waterproof/sweat proof sunblock, everyone gets a surfboard so you won’t be sitting around!Do you take pictures?As a surfshop we don’t! But if you would like to have all your fun and great surfing moments in pictures, let us know in advance and we will bring a photographer with us! Note: rates may vary.NEW!!! Frequent Traveler Board Storage. 10sq ft for $40/mo in secure warehouse. Room for 3 long boards or combination of items.

3. Jim Hogan Surf Camp Costa Rica

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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Jim Hogan Surf Camp Costa Rica

With Jim Hogan you are in safe hands. A former USA Professional surfer, you can rest assured you have the time of your life. We cater to first time surfers or professionals looking to raise their game. All inclusive vacation packages tailored to your individual requirements. From point breaks to beach breaks, tow in to SUP, we have it all. You gotta live it to know it! Pura Vida Costa Rica

4. Jaco Surf School

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5.0 based on 126 reviews

Jaco Surf School

We are a surf school focused on beginners, intermediate and advanced. Depending on your level of experience we take you the appropriate location to make your session fruitful and assure you reach your potential. Come surf and learn with us. We speak Spanish, English, Portuguese, Russian and Hebrew. See you soon and Pura Vida.

5. Tortuga Surf School

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5.0 based on 576 reviews

Tortuga Surf School

Tortuga Surf Camp is the choice for the traveler who wants to enjoy and discover the wonders of surf at an affordable price.Located strategically in the south end of Jaco Beach, this calm mellow beach breaks will be the classroom where our ISA certified instructor will lead you trough the this Costa Rican surfing experience.

6. Hermosa Riders Surf School

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5.0 based on 73 reviews

Hermosa Riders Surf School

Hermosa Riders have all the needs for surfing from technical to history and culture.With 100% national staff, professional and experienced in the field.

7. Bob Marley Surf School

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5.0 based on 140 reviews

Bob Marley Surf School

We offer private and group Surf/SUP/Kayak lessons, rentals, and tours for all ages on the beautiful, safe (no riptides), sandy beach of Jacó. It's the perfect spot for families, groups, and individuals. The surf school and camp is located right in front of South Beach Hotel- which offers garden and ocean view room rentals, large outdoor pool, outdoor showers, and a breezy open-air bar & restaurant overlooking the beach. It's the perfect spot for a day of fun in the sun or an extended stay in Costa Rica. Join us for some surf, sun, and fun!

8. Pura Vida Surf Yoga

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5.0 based on 41 reviews

Pura Vida Surf Yoga

Pura Vida Surf Yoga is a surf Lodge near Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica that offers all-inclusive Surf/Yoga/Nature Packages plus much more.

9. Surfer Factory Surf School

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5.0 based on 533 reviews

Surfer Factory Surf School

At Surfer Factory Surf School you will be getting surf lessons from certified, educated and caring instructors who have dedicated their lives to knowing and appreciating the spots they surf and teach at. We believe that surfing is a rare chance to see a side of life most people never knew existed and we'd like to extend that opportunity to anyone with a desire to learn and get into the sport.

10. Jaco Tours

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5.0 based on 25 reviews

Jaco Tours

One stop destination to experience all the water sports & land adventures the Central Pacific has to offer. You can find us in one of our two locations, the main office is in Jaco, and our beach office is located in Herradura, on the beach in front of the Los Suenos Marriott Hotel! Offering jet ski rentals, fly board, dune buggies paddle board & surf lessons, snorkelling, and much more. In our beautiful calm bay we are able to offer so many water sports from one simple location, as the bay gives us great protection from the power of the Pacific Ocean.

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