Activities at Playa Grande Surf Camp

Culture and Weather

More and more people are speaking English here, and Spanish is spoken with a Caribbean accent. Like many Latinos, Costa Ricans are very religious in a superstitious manner. They are very friendly and love to dance and party. There is a lot to do in Costa Rica besides surf or lounge at the beach. Most of the fun revolves around the outdoors and adventure. The climate is very tropical, and it is warm year-round. From mid-November to May is the dry season, when Costa Rica hot and dry. From May to October is the rainy season, when Costa Rica is hot, humid, and rainy. However, the sun still makes a regular appearance ven then.

Turtles

Playa Grande was put on the map because of the endangered Leatherback Sea Turtles that come up along the beach to lay their eggs. It is part of the Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas, and the beach is an important part of the National Park system. You can only use the beach during the day during turtle nesting and hatching season, which is from October to March. During this time, police patrol the beach at nights to ensure poachers do not steal eggs. However, there are turtle tours available so that you can see these majestic creatures come ashore and lay their eggs.

The beach is also a great place to relax during the day, swim in the warm waters, take a quiet beach walk or, of course, surf!

Surfing

Playa Grande Surf Camp is located within walking distance of three excellent beach breaks. The camp rents both quality longboards and shortboards, and surfers of all levels can find a place where they feel either comfortable or challenged. See more details about Surfing at Playa Grande Surf Camp.

Tamarindo

Tamrindo is a former fishing village that is quickly becoming a tourist mecca. From lively bars to delectable restaurants and colorful shops, there is something for everyone in Tamarindo. Windsurfers and wave surfers will find excellent breaks here, and there are plenty of colorful local characters to meet. Located on a mangrove estuary, visitors can also take estuary tours and see the wildlife that the estuary has to offer (watch out for crocodiles!).

Fishing and Diving

Tamarindo Bay has become a mecca for surfers and blue water sport fishermen. Whether you want deep bluewater fishing, or reef or shoreline fishing, there is a fishing company to accommodate you. Local restaurants are also more than happy to cook up the fresh fish you catch.

Other Activities

From surfing to snorkeling, you will definitely find something to do. Ask one of our staff members for more information or help booking one of the following activities:

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