Costa Rica’s Pacific coast is known for its spectacular surf breaks and Pavones, right on the mouth of the Golfo Dulce, is an off-the-grid surfing mecca. Here, experienced surfers can ride the second-longest lefthander in the world while, just a couple of bays over are calmer spots where beginners can learn and intermediates can practice.  Whatever your level, there is no greater thrill than catching the perfect wave and riding in all the way to the beach…especially ones backed by magnificent, vibrant green rainforest!

Rise early, the time to catch the best breaks, meet your knowledgeable mentor and get in the water. You’ll be surfing the ideal waves for your level and, if you’re a complete beginner, learning the basics first before moving on to solo surfing or, if you’ve already got the know-how, honing your skills with pointers on how to improve. Floating off picturesque sweeps of sand backed by tropical forest, waiting to drop, you’ll never have felt more alive.