Costa Rica Surf & Service (Adult)
8 days • Playa Uvita, Costa Rica • Ages 18 and up • $3, 380 USD
In Collaboration with Hurricane Island Outward Bound School Immerse yourself in the tropical sun, white sandy beaches, and world-class waves await you on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast! Spend your days surfing the pristine waves, learning everything from reading optimal ocean conditions and maintaining equipment to mastering surf etiquette and technique with experienced instructors by your side. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to improve your skills, you’ll gain confidence while enjoying the laid-back atmosphere of the beach.
In addition to surfing, immerse yourself in the Pura Vida way of life through hands-on community service. Work on local conservation projects such as rainforest reforestation, beach clean-ups, and collaborate with local schools. Each day will bring a balance of adventure, reflection, and giving back.
After a rewarding day of surf and service, relax around a campfire on the beach, cooking meals with your group and watching the sunset over the Pacific. Sleep under the stars to the soothing sound of waves crashing on the shore, and deepen your connection with nature, your teammates, and yourself.
The coastal and river environments of Costa Rica provide an ideal setting for developing wilderness travel skills. In partnership with Hurricane Island Outward Bound, Outward Bound Costa Rica offers an unforgettable experience in this biodiverse paradise.
Costa Rica’s tropical climates, from dry forests to high elevation rainforests and cloud forests, create a diverse landscape perfect for exploring in any phase of your life. The group will camp on the beaches of Uvita, next to the Marino Ballena National Park, where exceptional surf conditions await beginners and experienced surfers alike.
Each day, you’ll also give back to the local community through service projects, while learning about the region’s rich cultural heritage, including the ancestral lands of the Chorotega, Malécu, and other indigenous nations.
Dates: May 24 – May 31, 2025
December 12 , 2025 – January 4 , 2026
May 23 – May 30 , 2026
Cost: $3, 380 USD | £2, 620 GBP | C$4, 705 CAD | €3,156 EUR
Please note the original course prices are set in U.S. Dollars (USD). Prices above are shown for your reference, based on the exchange rate of the last website update on October 08, 2024. The final course price will be based on the exchange rate at the time of payment
PLEASE NOTE: This is a sample itinerary. Details are subject to change.
Day 1
Arrival to the Juan Santamaría Airport (SJO). Transfer to Tres Rios Basecamp, commence with orientation and equipment pack out.
Day 2
Transfer to Uvita.
Day 3-6
Camping, service and surf in Uvita.
Day 7
Transfer back to Tres Rios Basecamp
Day 8
Transfer to the Juan Santamaría Airport (SJO) for departure. Say hasta luego to your course mates. ¡Nos vemos pronto en Costa Rica!
Accommodation
Accommodation varies throughout this course, but will include overnight tent camping, and community dorm room bunk beds at Basecamp. All participants are provided sleeping mats, and sleeping bags and additional sheets or blankets if needed.
Service projects are often incorporated into Outward Bound courses through coordination with local land managers, conservation groups, government or social service agencies.
This is especially relevant in Costa Rica, as you explore the country’s most diverse landscapes, you’ll also practice responsibility to the environment and your team by sharing tasks and following Recreate Responsibly ethics. These projects offer a chance to see firsthand how collective action can make a lasting difference while connecting deeply with both the natural world and the communities you serve.
Throughout this course, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in meaningful service projects that benefit both the local community and the environment. You will contribute to efforts like beach clean-ups and rainforest reforestation, working alongside local organizations that focus on sustainable conservation practices.
