Costa Rica Paddle Surf

The Costa Rica Paddle Surf tour is designed for all ages and abilities. Many people find this sport easier than surfing which makes it so popular. It is a great full body workout, significantly improving balance, coordination, strength and endurance. It is a perfect way to see the beautiful coastlines of the Central Pacific from the open waters. The area offers several beaches which are ideal for Stand Up Paddling.

Costa Rica Stand up Paddle Surf or SUP can take place in different wave conditions which makes this type of surfing more flexible when choosing to participate and there is plenty of good surf near Jaco Beach for SUP. Traditionally, most surfers live and breath by the change in tides or swells but not so for Stan Up Paddle surfers, they can surf in most conditions.

Stand up paddle surfing (SUP), is an old form of surfing that is currently witnessing a rebirth in popularity. Instead of the traditional hang-ten position, paddle surfers stand atop specialized SUP boards, similar to a longboard, using a single paddle to maneuver the ocean’s expanse.

Recently, more people are taking to Paddle Surfing in Costa Rica as a mean of learning how to deal with currents and the Ocean. In years past, this would not have been easy since the board itself would have inhibited many people from simply carrying it to the beach. But with modern designs and the new space ageexpoxies, the new SUP boards are lighter and better designs aid in water manueverability. It seems that the SUP surfing has arrived in Jaco Beach and will stay. With SUP surfing, more and more vacationers will have the opportunity to enjoy what board surfers have felt for years, adrenaline and pure fun.

Regional Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Surf Info:

Central Pacific: When the weather is good, Jaco Beach and Playa Herradura offers the ideal setting for beginner Stand Up Paddle surfers: mild winds and miles of glassy ocean. Local outfitters provide equipment rental, private or group lessons, and even an extreme 7-day SUP package that combines paddle lessons and day tours with oceanfront accommodations. South of Jaco, Manuel Antonio is quickly becoming a popular destination for independent stand up paddle surfers.
 

Important Details:  Location: Jaco Beach or Herradura Beach just 3 miles north of Jaco Beach  Length of Tour: 2 Hours.  Pick up time: 8:00am  Includes: Transportation round trip, bottle water, Guide.  Recommendations: Shorts, sun glasses, sun block, towel, swimming suit, hat.  Rate: $60 per person (minimum of 2 people)