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Your time in the water

Surf in Pavones, Costa Rica

Pavones is known for its long left-hand point break, attracting surfers from around the world to Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast. At Una Ola, we offer beachfront accommodations, surf lessons, private coaching, guided surfing, board rentals, and custom surf trips and camps.

Whether you're learning to surf, looking to improve, or exploring the waves independently, we'll help you find the experience that fits your trip.

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Start with your stay

Surf Pavones Your Way

Every surfer's trip is different. Some guests come to Pavones to surf independently, while others want lessons, coaching, or local guidance to make the most of their time in the water.

At Una Ola, you can book beachfront accommodations on their own, add surf services as needed, or arrange a custom surf trip around your goals and experience.

Already staying somewhere else in Pavones? You're welcome to inquire about standalone surf lessons, coaching, guided surfing, and board rentals.

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Surf camps and custom stays

Custom Surf Trips & Camps

There's no single way to experience surfing in Pavones. Some guests want an all-inclusive surf camp with accommodations and daily time in the water. Others prefer a more flexible trip, choosing the services that suit their plans.

At Una Ola, we can help you combine beachfront accommodations, surf lessons, private coaching, guided surfing, board rentals, transportation, and other experiences into a surf trip built around your interests, experience, and schedule.

Whether you're visiting for a few days or planning a longer stay, we'll help you explore the options and create an arrangement that works for you.

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First-hand observations

Pavones Surf Reports

Stay connected to the waves with Una Ola's firsthand Pavones surf reports. Our reports share local observations, surf conditions, photographs, and updates from the water to help you get a better sense of what's happening in Pavones.

Browse recent surf reports to see how the waves have been breaking, or explore our historical archive for a look at surfing in Pavones over the years.

Whether you're planning your next surf trip to Costa Rica or following the waves from afar, our Pavones surf reports offer a local perspective on this famous left-hand point break.

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Learning to surf

Learn to Surf in Pavones

You don't need any surfing experience to get started. At Una Ola, we help beginners build confidence in the water with personalized surf instruction, suitable equipment, and surf sessions matched to their ability and the conditions.

Whether you're visiting Pavones for your first surf lesson or planning a longer stay to develop your skills, we'll help you find the right place to begin.

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Beginner Surf Camp

Make surfing a central part of your Costa Rica vacation. Our beginner surf camps combine beachfront accommodations, personalized lessons, and time to practice, with a schedule tailored to your progress and interests.

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Surf Lessons

Want to try surfing without booking a camp? Our private surf lessons are available to Una Ola guests and visitors staying elsewhere in Pavones. Learn the fundamentals, improve your technique, and enjoy time in the water with individual instruction.

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Progression and local knowledge

Surf Coaching & Guided Surfing in Pavones

Already know how to surf? Whether you're working on your surfing technique, looking for more confidence in challenging conditions, or hoping to explore different surf breaks, Una Ola can help you make the most of your time in Pavones.

Our private surf coaching and guided surfing services are available to both Una Ola guests and surfers staying elsewhere in the area.

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Surf Coaching

Take your surfing to the next level with private surf coaching tailored to your experience, goals, and the conditions. Through personalized surf instruction and video analysis, we can help you improve your wave selection, positioning, turns, and overall surfing technique.

Reviewing footage of your surfing provides valuable feedback, helping you recognize what you're doing well and identify areas for improvement.

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Guided Surfing

Discover the waves of Pavones and the surrounding area with local surf guidance. We can help you explore suitable breaks, understand changing conditions, and plan surf sessions around your ability and interests.

Whether you're visiting Pavones for the first time or looking to experience more of the region's surfing, guided surfing offers local knowledge and flexibility.

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Surfboard rentals

Surfboard Rentals in Pavones

Looking for a surfboard rental in Pavones? Una Ola offers a selection of surfboards for different surfing styles and experience levels, whether you're staying with us or visiting the area independently.

Our surfboard inventory varies, so we recommend contacting us to discuss available boards and find an option that suits your experience, preferences, and the surf conditions.

Surfboard rentals are prioritized for Una Ola guests, with rentals also available to visitors staying elsewhere, subject to availability.

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Your beachfront home base

Ready to Surf Pavones?

Whether you're planning an all-inclusive surf camp, arranging private surf coaching, surfing lessons, or looking for a custom surf trip in Costa Rica, we'd love to hear from you.

Tell us your travel dates, who's coming, and what kind of surfing experience you're looking for. We'll help you explore the options and put together a surf trip that fits your plans.

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