

Playa Grande provides consistent swells and breaks, making it one of the best overall surf spots in the country. You can also camp out, but 4-wheel drive is a must and don't forget a mosquito net. Instructors will teach you the basics and shuttle you and other newbies to the famous swells of Playa Naranjo. There aren't any resorts or hotels located here, but nearby Witch's Rock Surf Camp is the perfect place to stay and learn. Playa Naranjo, more commonly known as Witch's Rock, is one of the best breaks in the country, with some very strong offshore winds between December and March. However, this area, home to some of the best and most easily accessible diving and surfing spots, is also one of Costa Rica's least populated regions. The North Pacific Coast is encompassed by the Guanacaste Province and is the country's most visited region. Portete is also close to Playa Bonita, where you can test out some bigger waves. It's also a great spot for swimming and snorkeling if you're the only surfer in the family. Portete beach is located very close to Limon, so you'll have easy access to the small bay. The best part of Westfalia is its reliability - it offers consistently good surf, but be forewarned of the riptides and jellyfish. Located in the Limon province, Puerto Viejo is a vibrant seaside town with gorgeous waters and waves that tempt surfing pros.Westfalia extends south from Limon to Cahuita, offering breaks from the left and right. A coral reef off the coast produces Hawaiian-style breaks that often carry over 20 surfers at a time. Puerto Viejo also known as Salsa Brava, is home to some of Costa Rica's biggest waves. However, these storms produce some of the biggest waves in the country and should only be attempted by veteran riders. Costa Rica is home to some of the best waves on the planet, crashing along beaches that are clean and blissfully empty.įor those surfing on the Caribbean coast, keep in mind that the surfing season doesn't last long, and most of the waves are produced by tropical storms off the Mexican coast. Less crowded than the beaches of Sydney, Hawaii or Southern California, the sandy stretches of Costa Rica offer plenty of swells, breaks and surf shops.
