Top Central Pacific Classes & Workshops

Learn to surf in Costa Rica with a small-group lesson near Manuel Antonio. Whether it's your first time on a board or you want to improve your skills, a low student-to-instructor ratio allows plenty of personalized attention so you’ll be confidently paddling and standing up in no time. When you need a rest from the waves, relax with provided beach chairs and umbrellas while snacking on fresh fruit and coconut water.

Costa Rica is renowned for its chocolate production and exports chocolate all around the world. On this tour, go behind-the-scenes at a traditional cocoa plantation, learn how chocolate is made from bean to bar, and sample the cocoa fruit. Get involved as you watch the chocolate-making process, then sample a variety of delicious chocolates and tropical fruits.

Santa Teresa village is on top of the perfect places to learn how to surf in Costa Rica. Playa Hermosa spot is the best sand bar beach to catch a wave in the area. In addition to the tropical water and good waves, enjoy the good weather, discover the exuberant nature and recharge energy on your vacation

This private Costa Rican cooking class in Jacó lets you work closely with a chef to learn recipes and techniques unique to the region’s cuisine. Cook healthy and classic dishes like ceviche and soup alongside a published cookbook author, with the option of cooking in her home kitchen or yours for the ultimate convenience. This class culminates in a filling and delicious lunch.

If you’ve always wanted to learn to surf, Jaco is a great place to finally do it. During the two-hour lesson you’ll learn to paddle, stand up, drop into waves, and ride. By the end of the lesson you should be ready to stand and ride your first wave. Receive personalized attention in a small-group lesson that will be tailored to your experience level.

Take the plunge from the highest bungee jumping spot in Central America on this bungee jumping tour in Monteverde. Strong cables and a helmet keep you safe, while guides push you out of your comfort zone for an extreme adventure in the middle of the cloud forest—and a chance to see the landscape like never before.

More than just a fun white-water rafting trip, this tour on the Savegre River includes a fully-narrated drive to the put-in location for an opportunity to learn about local wildlife. Plus, in the middle of running Class II and III rapids with a guide, you stop to visit tucked-away waterfall—chances are you'll be the only people there.

Learn how to surf with a pro with this surfing class in Manuel Antonio, suitable for complete beginners. You'll practice paddling and getting up on your surfboard, learn how to read and catch waves, and get briefings on how to safely navigate surf and keep yourself safe in case of riptides.

The golden sands and consistent waves of Espadilla Norte Beach make it a popular destination for surfers in the Manuel Antonio National Park. With this tour, hone your surf skills or learn to catch your first wave with a surf lesson to suit your level. Learn beginner basics and pro tips from your surf instructors, then hit the waves to practice for as long as you like.

This is your magical one day retreat on vacation! A day of wellness combining yoga, waterfalls, hiking and a unique cultural experience in a local woman's home for lunch. This an opportunity to visit an area that is close to Manuel Antonio but feels so far away. This excursion is off the beaten path and the intention is to experience the rainforest without the hustle and bustle or crowds you can get elsewhere. We are committed to supporting the locals who have maintained a simple lifestyle in the countryside by sharing meals in their homes. Chorro Eco Lodge is a family run place that makes you feel at ease and at peace in nature. It has a stunning rancho with a yoga platform overlooking the Naranjo River and you can take a plunge in the waterfall while listening to Toucans and observing the blue morpho butterflies!

Learn everything you ever wanted to know about chocolate-making and get to try your hand at producing some yourself, with this immersive experience. You'll start with a walk through the forest, where you'll learn about local plants and animals, including cacao. You'll then be guided through the chocolate-making process, with the chance to do a bit of chocolate mixing—and tasting—yourself.

Taste the flavours of Costa Rica with this cooking class and exploration of the medicinal and edible plants of the local area. Visit a vanilla plantation, sugarcane mill, coffee plantation, and finally a cooking class. Learn how to cook and combine native flavours for a delicious meal.

Take the best memories of our beaches and our region, this activity will be an experience that will remain in your memory Our activities are private and we are locals of Costa Rica , we have been doing this by passion for 15 years and is what we love.

More than a cooking class, this activity will take you on a cultural, nature and culinary trip. We will visit a vanilla plantation, cacao plantation, botanical gardens, sugarcane mill and of course the cooking class with the locals.

Learn to surf in Uvita Costa Rica at your own pace, with a private instructor. You don’t need to share with a group, or feel like you’re on your own. Instead, your personalized instructor will take you step by step through the surfing process. This two hour lesson is great for beginners to intermediates. No matter what level you start from, you’re guaranteed to gain confidence.

Our surf lessons are unique because you will get 1 on 1 guidance from our instructor. Personalized instruction based on your skill and athletic ability. They will teach you knowledge of the ocean, the tides, as well as tips & tricks around our local area!

Costa Rica is one of the world’s best places to surf. Learn a new sport or improve your surfing skills with this private lesson in Dominical. Meet your instructor right on the beach and jump right into your lesson. Beginners learn the basics of surfing and then head into the water to try and catch some waves.

Come and enjoy with us one of the best experiences of Costa Rica the Playa Hermosa Surf Lesson. Playa Hermosa one of the most beautiful beach in the country . Located 3km north of Santa Teresa this sandy bottom beach provides perfect and safe waves for all levels and a magical sunset to take some photos and share some cold drinks before we start the trip back with this particular stoke felling which produce surfing  .

This is more than a cooking class, we will show you a large botanical garden, a vanilla plantation, a cacao plantation, sugarcane mill and of course the cooking class with the locals. We will start with a lovely short hike is out properly to learn about the ingredients and history of our culinary culture with special focus on the medical herbs garden. We then continue to our local home where we will explain step by step the cutting, dressing, mixing and cooking techniques used in Costa Rica to make delicious meals.

When you’re in Montezuma, take a 2-hour Spanish lesson in a small group (max 4). This is an immersion class, where you can choose a theme like restaurant, soda, maket, or a stroll on the beach. In each one you’ll have real life examples to practice with the locals of the area. You’ll come away with some worksheets so you can continue to practice.

Choose either a morning or evening to take this approximately 45 minute yoga class in Santa Teresa and find your zen. Your instructor will guide this class for you with lots of different wellness options for you to try. Spend some quality time relaxing during this time just for yourself. All the yoga equipment is included, so just show up.

Try out a swimming lesson with an instructor when you are in Uvita. These lessons are suitable for everyone from babies, to older children, to adults. The instructor has different techniques for teaching different levels. You’ll see improvement with each lesson you take. And then you can freely enjoy all the waters of Costa Rica and around the world.

through the rainforest towards the waterfalls and swimming pools for quick dips. You’re followed by professional photographers snapping pics along the way, and greeted with fresh tropical fruits at the end of your journey.

Hang ten with a surf lesson in Uvita, Costa Rica. No matter what age or ability, this lesson can be tailored to you. It will be about two hours. A few beaches could be used, like Dominical or Playa Hermosa, all gorgeous, just dependent on the conditions. You’ll learn from a professional about riding the wave, undercurrents, body position, safezones, and much more.