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What sets us apart is our comprehensive, hands-on approach. We focus on the core aspects of surfing—balance, paddling, wave reading, and advanced maneuvers. We also offer video analysis with an additional to break down your performance. This allows for real-time feedback and deep...
Quick Summary & Confirmed Details
- Viator product code:
469876P1 - Listing type: Guided excursion (
guided-tour) - Departure / meeting zone: Playa Guiones (hotel/Airbnb pickup available on request)
- Area hub: Playa Guiones · Primary category: Surf Lessons & Coaching
- Private or shared: Private — Private tour (your group only, up to 12 travelers per booking)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Operating season / note: Year-round open schedule
- Run by: Balance Surf (local operator on Viator)
- Customer reviews on Viator: 4 customer review(s) on Viator (5.00 score)
- Cancellation policy: Cancel at least 24 hours before scheduled departure for a full refund.
Private Surf Lesson
Check: departure area (Playa Guiones, Nosara Town, or nearby Sámara/Ostional), group format, and open time slots.
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Meeting Point, Pickup & What Is Included
- Where you meet or get picked up: Playa Guiones (hotel/Airbnb pickup available on request)
- What is included: Surf board rental included
- Post-booking confirmation: Exact meeting coordinates or hotel pickup instructions are provided in your Viator booking confirmation voucher.
Private Surf Lesson
Check: departure area (Playa Guiones, Nosara Town, or nearby Sámara/Ostional), group format, and open time slots.
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What to Bring & How to Prepare in Nosara
- Sun, water & trail gear: Pack reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, reusable water bottle, quick-dry clothing, and footwear suited to your activity (water sandals for river kayaks/floats, closed-toe shoes for ATVs, horseback rides, and reserve walks).
- Road & river buffer: Unpaved sections of Route 160 and local dirt roads around Guiones, Pelada, and inland Nosara Town take longer during afternoon rains; leave a 15-to-20-minute buffer when driving or taking a tuk-tuk to your meeting point.
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Private Surf Lesson
Check: departure area (Playa Guiones, Nosara Town, or nearby Sámara/Ostional), group format, and open time slots.
See Current Price & Availability — Use the deal buttons on this page to check open dates and live pricing on Viator.