Liberia Surf Adventure: Teens' Thrill Quest

Course Description: Liberia Surf Adventure: Teens' Thrill Quest

🇨🇷 Costa Rica Surf & Adventure for Teens

Travel to Costa Rica for an unforgettable blend of surf training, culture, and outdoor adventure with a new group of friends! Across 5 mornings and 1 afternoon of professional surf lessons 🏄‍♂️, plus a full lineup of nature-based activities, you’ll experience the true Pura Vida lifestyle. From ziplining through treetops to exploring tropical forests, dancing salsa, and connecting with local artists, this experience offers the perfect balance of skill-building, exploration, and fun.

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🌟 Program Highlights

• Master surfing fundamentals with professional instructors 🏄‍♀️

• Zip-line above the canopy near Playa Sámara

• Advance your surfing form and technique

• Learn salsa during a Latin dance class 💃

• Swim in the beautiful waters of Puerto Carrillo

• Create your own piece in a hands-on local art class 🎨

• Tour a sea turtle conservation center

• Spot dolphins during an ocean wildlife tour 🐬

• Hike through Costa Rica’s rare tropical dry forest 🌿

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🏄‍♂️ Surf Lessons & Itinerary

Samara Beach, Costa Rica

Your surf journey takes place on the stunning coastline of Sámara Beach. Whether it’s your first time or you’re improving existing skills, instructors provide tailored support so every participant gains confidence and technique. With small-group lessons and consistent coaching, you’ll see real progress by the end of the six-lesson program.

6 Professional Surf Lessons

Lesson 1 – Foundations

Safety instruction, wave-reading, positioning, beach practice, then your first ocean session.

Lesson 2 – Technique Building

Grouped by skill level; focus on chest positioning, catching waves, and paddling mechanics.

Lesson 3 – Skill Advancement

Work on maneuvers specific to your level with personalized coaching.

Lessons 4 & 5 – Refinement + Video Analysis

Improve fluidity, movement, and balance with targeted feedback and video review.

Lesson 6 – Mastery Session

Take on larger waves with confidence, putting all skills together for your strongest surf yet.

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Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Beyond surfing, enjoy Costa Rica’s diverse natural and cultural experiences:

• Zip-line through the rainforest

• Coffee tour exploring bean-to-cup production ☕

• Hands-on art class with local artists

• Visit a turtle conservation project

• Guided hike through the tropical forest

• Dolphin-watching boat excursion along the Pacific

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🏨 Accommodations

Liberia, Costa Rica – Hampton Inn Liberia

Air-conditioned rooms, internet access, and a swimming pool.

Puerto Carrillo, Costa Rica – Amira Hotel

Outdoor pool, A/C rooms, internet access, and beautiful mountain views.

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🌍 What It’s Like

A small, tight-knit travel group focused on cultural immersion, outdoor adventure, and shared learning 🌟.

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🤝 Cultural Sensitivity

Participants should be open to new foods, customs, and environments as part of the Costa Rican experience.

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👥 Local Guide

A professional guide accompanies the group to enrich the cultural and educational experience.

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🍽️ Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included daily.

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🎯 Activities

All listed recreation and activities are included.

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🚌 Transportation

Chartered, air-conditioned motor coach with a professional driver.

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👥 Group Size

Up to 28 participants.

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🥗 Dietary Options

Most dietary preferences and allergies can be accommodated.

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✈️ Program Specifics

Flight to Liberia, Costa Rica

Chaperoned flight available from South Florida (and possibly New York depending on enrollment). Participants from other regions may connect to the chaperoned flight or arrive independently within set parameters. Staff greet students upon clearing customs.

Return Flight from Liberia, Costa Rica

Chaperoned return flight to South Florida (or South Florida/New York based on group makeup). Students from other regions may join the chaperoned return or fly home independently with leader support through check-in.

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🍽️ Meals & New Cuisines

Eating well is central to a successful experience. Costa Rican cuisine features rice, beans, meat dishes, and abundant fresh fruit 🍍—while still offering familiar North American options.

Most dietary needs (vegetarian, allergies, lactose intolerance, celiac, kosher-style) can be accommodated.

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💧 Drinking Water

Tap water is generally safe in Costa Rica. For added precaution, purified drinking water will always be available for refilling bottles.

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💉 Vaccinations

Families should follow CDC recommendations and consult their physicians. Updated guidelines are provided in spring or upon enrollment.

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👕 Laundry

Pack one week of clothing. Laundry is done via weekly wash-and-fold service.

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✅ What’s Included

• All lodging

• Breakfast, lunch & dinner daily

• Listed recreation & activities

• Airport transfers within designated times

• Gratuities & taxes

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❌ Not Included

• Transportation to/from program

• Personal spending money (snacks, souvenirs, laundry)

• Optional travel insurance