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Jaco weather essentials

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May
81°F 27°C
65°F 18°C
Jun
80°F 26°C
65°F 18°C
Jul
80°F 26°C
65°F 18°C
Aug
80°F 26°C
64°F 17°C
Sep
79°F 26°C
63°F 17°C
Oct
78°F 25°C
64°F 17°C
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Del Mar Surf Camp
Ollie #1 of 9 attractions in Jaco
5 of 5 stars 67 reviews
Owner description: 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...... more » Owner description: 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. « less
Attraction type  Surf Camps
Tortuga Surf School
Ollie #2 of 9 attractions in Jaco
5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Owner description: 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...... more » Owner description: 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. « less
Attraction type  Surf Camps
Rica Surf - Day Lessons and Surf Trips
Ollie #4 of 9 attractions in Jaco
5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Owner description: Rica Surf offers Surf lessons, Surf Camps and awesome Surf Trips all over Costa Rica. Let British Surf Association Instructors Nancy and Evie be your...... more » Owner description: Rica Surf offers Surf lessons, Surf Camps and awesome Surf Trips all over Costa Rica. Let British Surf Association Instructors Nancy and Evie be your guides to the best surf and the best of Costa Rica whether you are a complete beginner or just want to take your surfing to the next level for your best vacation ever! « less
Attraction type  Surf Camps
Chuck's Wow Surf Lessons
Ollie #6 of 9 attractions in Jaco
4.5 of 5 stars 29 reviews
Owner description: 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,...... more » Owner description: 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. « less
Attraction type  Surf Camps
Jim Hogan Surf Camp Costa Rica
Ollie #7 of 9 attractions in Jaco
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Owner description: 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...... more » Owner description: 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 « less
Attraction type  Surf Camps
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Jaco Beaches
Ollie #10 of 9 attractions in Jaco
3.5 of 5 stars 57 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
Jaco Surf School
Ollie #15 of 9 attractions in Jaco
4 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Surf Camps
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