3. Vista Guapa Surf Camp, Costa Rica
This hidden gem is located on five acres of hilly landscape featuring beautiful gardens, fruit trees and swinging hammocks that beg to be sat in. The pool is perfect for relaxing after an active day. The bungalow accommodations offer ocean views, yoga decks and comfortable beds. Alvaro Solano, the seven-time national surfing champion of Costa Rica, runs Vista Guapa Surf Camp so you’re in exceptional hands here. Beyond surfing lessons, visitors will also have the opportunity to indulge in local flavors, snorkel, SUP and take numerous daily excursions. Discover why Costa Rica is known as one of the most beautiful places in the world while picking up some board skills at Vista Guapa Surf Camp.

4. Giant’s Foot Surf, Nicaragua
This camp is located right on the beach and is one of the best in Nicaragua. Visitors are treated to an experience where surfing is the main activity, but you also get homemade meals, comfortable accommodations and welcoming hosts. Unlimited boat trips means that surfers will be in the water all day long, garnering enough experience to turn an intermediate surfer into an expert in no time. It’s not recommended for the true beginner as a lot of the awesome breaks are meant for confident surfers. Enjoy a beautiful beach, relaxing in the hammock and even learning how to make homemade chocolate from the resident chef.
