Surf Lessons in Puerto Viejo
Puerto Viejo is a great place to learn how to surf. The waves here are great for beginners — mellow waves and sandy bottom, making it ideal for your first time or to improve your skills.
Today's Conditions
Full forecastChest to head-high
7s period
3 kph
W
28°C
Warm — boardshorts OK
9.5/10
Great day to surf
Surfing at Puerto Viejo
We don't have instructors listed at Puerto Viejo yet, but this spot is worth knowing about. The waves here are beginner-friendly — if you bring your own board or rent locally, it's a great place to practice.
Best tide
low, mid, high
Best wind
W, NW
Best swell
NE, E
About surfing in Puerto Viejo
Puerto Viejo is a beach break located in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. It's one of the friendliest spots in the area for people learning to surf — expect mellow, forgiving waves and a sandy bottom that's easy on your feet.
Puerto Viejo offers Caribbean charm with its main break, Salsa Brava, being one of the most powerful waves in Costa Rica. The town also has mellower beach breaks perfect for beginners. The Caribbean coast has a unique culture and warmer waters year-round.
The water is warm here — boardshorts or a rashguard are usually enough. Most instructors provide the board and everything you need.
Know before you go — Puerto Viejo
Here's what you should know about surfing at Puerto Viejo — conditions, timing, and practical stuff.
The waves
Puerto Viejo is a beach break. The waves break gently over sand, which makes it forgiving when you fall. Perfect for first-timers.
When to go
Puerto Viejo has surfable waves most of the year. Check the forecast to pick the best day for your visit. Right now the water is warm at 28°C.
Ready to try Puerto Viejo?
Whether you're a complete beginner or want to improve your technique, a local instructor makes all the difference.
Looking for surf lessons in Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica? Surfer Worldwide helps you find local instructors who know this spot inside out. Puerto Viejo is a popular surf destination with consistent waves and a welcoming surf community. Check live conditions, compare instructors, and discover what to do in the area.
¿Buscas clases de surf en Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica? En Surfer Worldwide puedes encontrar instructores locales certificados que conocen este spot mejor que nadie. Puerto Viejo es un destino popular para surfear con olas consistentes y una comunidad de surfistas acogedora. Consulta las condiciones en vivo, compara instructores y descubre qué hacer en la zona.