Surfing
With 755 miles of coastline on two oceans, Costa Rica has more breaks than you can shake a stick at. The
country's selection of surf spots range from idyllic beach breaks to coral platforms where the water leaps
up and tubes like a miniature Pipeline.
Having coastline on two oceans is quite an advantage, since when one ocean is flat, there is usually something
breaking on the other side of the country. Often enough, there is good surf pumping on both coasts.
And the country's surf is complemented by its comfortable water temperatures -- you can leave that wet suit
at home -- beautiful scenery, and the convenience of a variety of accommodations and restaurants near most breaks.
Since it is five times longer than the Caribbean coast, the Pacific has considerably more surfing spots. Many of
the country's best breaks are found in the northwest province of Guanacaste, but there are also some excellent
spots in the Central Pacific and Southern Zones. And the few breaks that are available in the Caribbean province
of Limon are certainly nothing to complain about.
Costa Rica Beaches - Surfing Spots
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