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Tropical locations, terrific surf, warm water, and friendly people are the foundation of every Solaz Adventure.
Add expert surf instruction, Spanish-speaking guides, relaxing massages, daily yoga, delicious meals with fresh local ingredients, and a myriad of optional activities and you are in for an unforgettable experience. A Solaz Adventure not only teaches you to surf (or surf better), it rejuvenates your spirit, enlivens your body, and inspires your mind.Every Solaz Adventure includes:
- Airport pickup, return, and ground transportation
- 6 nights beachfront accommodations
- 3 delicious meals a day
- Daily 2-3 hour morning surf lessons (equipment included)
- Guided afternoon surf excursions
- Daily 1 hour yoga practice and stretching session
- One 1 hour massage (additional massages available)
- Surf Culture Nights:
Learn about surf forecasting or watch a classic surf movie - Natural and cultural explorations: Hike in a national park, shop open-air markets, or sample local nightlife.
With so much to do it is easy to overlook one very important aspect of your Solaz Adventure: slowing down and enjoying the relaxed lifestyle of the tropics. Siesta in a hammock, lay by the pool and read a book, stroll miles of pristine beach, watch the sun set into the Pacific…these could be the moments you’ll cherish most. View Solaz Photo Gallery
Setting, Accommodations and Food
Guanacaste, in northwest Costa Rica, has long been a premier destination
for traveling surfers. This area is world famous for its national parks,
abundant wildlife, tropical flora, and amazing sunsets. Our beautiful
accommodations, located in a small beachfront community within a national
park, include comfortable beds, hot and cold running water, air-conditioning
and daily maid service. Meals served in-house are truly gourmet events,
featuring tropical fruit and fresh, local ingredients, combined in creative
ways with delicious results. Some days we venture to other surf spots,
sampling local cuisine along the way. Waking to the sounds of howler
monkeys, grabbing your board, and catching your first wave of the day
as the sun rises is a unique Costa Rican experience you will never forget!
The Surf
With an array of surf spots to suit all abilities and 80 degree water
year round, Costa Rica is truly a surfer’s paradise. In fact,
the beachbreak right in front of your room is one of the best and most
consistent in the country. We choose our break each day based on the
tides and conditions, and can take day trips to nearby points, reefs,
and rivermouths. We can also arrange boat trips to the world-class surf
spots of Ollie’s Point and Witch’s Rock for intermediate
and advanced surfers.
Excursions
In addition to surfing, yoga, and relaxing, other fun activities are
available:
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Day trips to Rincon de La Vieja or Santa Rosa National Park
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Watching giant leatherback turtles lay their eggs (seasonal)
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Exploring miles of pristine beach
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Shopping and nightlife excursions to nearby Tamarindo
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Snorkeling
Rates (per person)
Shared Room: (4 max) |
$1725 |
Deluxe Shared Room: (2 max) |
$1825 |
Private Single Room: |
$2125 |
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Setting, Accommodations and Food
This Solaz Adventure is based in a tranquil beach town tucked away
on the spectacular Costa Grande of Mexico. The village, populated
by a colorful mix of travelers and locals, features a variety of unique
beachfront villas. While each property is distinct, all feature tropical
gardens, swimming pools, comfortable beds, hot and cold running water,
and maid service. Your meals are prepared by a Mexican cook from fresh,
local ingredients, and served at the villa. On good surf days we may
stay and surf through lunch, enjoying fresh fish and lobster in the
beachfront enramada restaurants. Relaxing in the shade of a palm thatch
palapa and eating lobster while watching your friends get minute long
rides is one of the highlights of our Mexican adventure.
The Surf
This region of Mexico has more than a dozen quality surf spots, from
the playful beach breaks in front of your villa, to the long, perfect
point breaks just a short drive away. One point is ideal for beginners
and longboarders while another is faster and more powerful, allowing
intermediates to work on turning and maneuvers. The best surf conditions
are usually in the early morning and late afternoon when the winds
are calm or offshore.
Excursions
When not surfing, eating or relaxing, there are a number of other
fun activities available, including, but not limited to:
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Shopping trips to Zihuatanejo
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A performance of traditional Mexican dances
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A night out in Ixtapa
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Snorkeling
Rates
| Mexico Adventures are available as a custom package for groups of 6 or more. Contact us for options and details. |
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Surfing
Our daily surf lessons emphasize fun and safety in a non-competitive,
supportive environment. You will learn about ocean safety, surf breaks,
surf equipment, paddling and standing techniques, angling, surfing etiquette
and crowd dynamics. Beginners will be standing and riding waves by the
end of the trip. Intermediate and advanced surfers work on duckdiving,
accelerating, and maneuvers. We use targeted techniques to help you
bypass common mistakes and speed up the learning process. By incorporating
video sessions and group review, we offer students a fun and effective
way to see what they are doing and focus on technique. Our instructors
have years of experience, are CPR and First-Aid certified, and have
taught hundreds of people just like you to surf.
Yoga
Daily yoga practice is the perfect compliment to surfing. Our hour-long
session is low impact and concentrates on developing flexibility and
strength. Yoga techniques also improve focus, balance, and awareness,
important skills for surfers of all abilities! There are many positive benefits and advantages which come from yoga meditation; however it is important to understand the basics of the activity before becoming involved in it. Click for Yoga meditation tips.
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Other Activities and Cultural Explorations
Embracing local culture is an important aspect of every Solaz Adventure,
and we provide many opportunities for interaction and exchange. Take
a hike amidst the exotic flora and fauna of a national park. Attend
a presentation of traditional dances and help raise money for the local
school, go snorkeling, or visit a local market and practice your Spanish
while souvenir shopping. In addition to our included activities, we
can arrange local tours such as caving, canopy tours, deep-sea fishing
or sunset sailing.