Tours & experiences · Playa Guiones
Learn to surf at Guiones
Guiones is a long beach with consistent waves and room to practice. That makes it a good place for your first steps on a board.
- USD 65 per person
- Duration: 2 h
- Spots per departure: up to 6
- Book 12 h ahead
Surf
The story

Surf stories from Guiones
A beach to learn on
The tide decides
The tide rises and falls twice a day and changes how the waves break. If you go on your own, check the tide chart first.
Waves by season
From April to October the south swell comes in bigger; the rest of the year the sea tends to be calmer.

Nosara guide
Three beaches, three personalities
Guiones to surf and to learn, Pelada for sunsets and Nosara for unhurried walks.
Get to know the beachesWhere it happens
Playa Guiones
Guiones, Pelada and the town are close to each other; the Ostional refuge lies to the north.
When
Every season has its plan
Weather and waves change through the year. This is how the year plays out in Nosara.
Dry season: January, February, March, April and December
Green season: May, June, July, August, September, October and November
Bigger south swell: April, May, June, July, August, September and October
Good to know in Nosara
Out before dark
The sun sets between 5:15 PM and 6:10 PM, depending on the month. Plan to be out of the water before dark.
Sunscreen and water
The tropical sun is strong, even when it's cloudy. Bring sunscreen and water.
Questions about surfing
Do I need experience for the surf lesson?
Guiones is a good beach to learn on. If you're unsure about your level, get in touch before booking and we'll help you decide.
What should I bring?
Sunscreen, water and clothes that can get wet.
With Lapa
How we work
Payment with Tilopay
You pay by card on Tilopay's secure page: your card never goes through Lapa.
The team confirms it
A person on the team checks your request and confirms availability.
Based in Nosara · open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Costa Rica time
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Golf cart
- 4 seats
- By the day or week
- Book 2 h ahead
from USD 60 per day
Free cancellation up to 24 h before
IncludedAround Nosara · Guiones, Pelada and town
Town & beach shuttle
- Request 1 h ahead
Included in your stay

Wellness · At your villa
In-villa massage
60 min massage by a certified therapist
- Request 2 h ahead
- Concierge 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
USD 90
Free cancellation up to 24 h before
Ready to go?
Let's plan your tour
Tell us which day works for you and how many of you there are, and we'll confirm the departure. Questions? Get in touch and we'll work it out with you.




