Primitive roads leading to Nosara keep this small town feeling remote, yet the town boasts plenty of modern amenities. This magical beach town is a vacation oasis that catalyzes incredible learning experiences, memorable adventures and deep rest and relaxation. It has a strong surf, yoga and wellness culture, an eco-minded community, houses hundreds of families raising their children within nature -- the greatest teacher of all -- and acres of protected forests and wildlife. Nosara has a "tranquillo" atmosphere that embraces everyone! It's the perfect place for those who want to get away, tune into themselves, nature and activities.

Nosara is considered one of the five Blue Zones in the world, where it is known that its inhabitants live longer, healthier and happier lives. Surrounded by rolling hills and held by the one of a kind, white sand Playa Guiones, Nosara is an ideal destination for all types of travelers from solo, to surfer crew, to families, to yogis and beyond.

Surfear y Aprender (surf and learn) in Paradise! Do you value the benefits of learning a new language and experiencing a taste of our Costa Rican culture? We have proudly partnered with the Nosara Spanish Institute, located just a 10-minute walk through the jungle path from Bodhi Tree.

Compliment your surf vacation by immersing yourself into the local language and culture. By combining traditional Spanish classroom instruction with local lingo and cultural teachings, you will broaden your experience of our wonderful and diverse country. Maximize your language learning out in the waves, with the option of having a Spanish surf instructor.

Group Classes:

10-hour semi-intensiveOne 1 hour & 40 minute class per day (M-F) - $215 USD

20-hour week-long intensivex Two 1 hour & 40 minute classes per day (M-F) - $330 USD

Classes are kept to a maximum of 6 students to ensure individual attention.

Private classes upon request and dependent upon teacher availability. 

Enjoy the longest Canopy Tour in the world located within a pristine 2500-acre forest reserve. This tour is nestled in the mountains surrounding the village of Nosara and will be a highlight of your trip. You will travel across majestic mountain ridges and valleys, soar high above multiple ravines with breathtaking views of rivers, waterfalls and the Pacific Ocean. Suitable for nature lovers, adventurers, families and all who want to experience the ultimate zip-lining adventure.

Paddle around Garza’s northern headland to the fabled Isla Rosada, visit the tucked away “Coco” beach, explore the outer reefs of south Guiones or cruise the Garza bay. Depending on local conditions your ocean paddling experience will be crafted to you and your groups’ skill level. During the trip you’ll increase your ocean knowledge and experience its dynamic waters enhancing your stand up paddling skills and confidence. *Important to note – this tour depends on ocean conditions, and safety is our primary concern.

Stand up paddle the serene waters of the Rio Montana and Rio Nosara, weaving your way through mangrove tunnels to a hidden trail that leads out to Playa Nosara. This is a stand up paddling adventure that will (peacefully) blow your mind. Best of all – it’s accessible to everyone and we’ll do all we can to make sure you have a successful experience in the water.

The Rio Nosara and the Rio Montana are the two largest rivers in Nosara, and where they converge you will find a tremendous amount of natural beauty. For nature lovers and those who like to kayak, this is quite simply the best tour in Nosara. Kayak alongside great blue herons, anhingas, roseate spoonbills, and maybe even a few crocodiles. Then weave through mangrove tunnels just as wide as your boat, enjoying the exquisite sounds of the jungle. Cap it off with an ice-cold watermelon juice or a sunset cerveza at the Boca.

Experience one of Nosara’s hidden gems; this tucked away waterfall destination is a refreshing treat following a 45 minute moderate hike. The hike involves crossing a creek, traversing a cattle farm, and weaving through a primary canopy of tropical dry forest. Stop along the way to interpret the sights, sounds and smells of everything around you before discovering a series of brilliant swimming holes and small waterfalls, each cascading from one to another.

Bask in the cool water and natural beauty of the site until you’re sufficiently refreshed. Depending on the time of year, it’s even possible to hike upriver through the waterfalls. Returning from the falls you’ll be greeted with an organic picnic lunch and refreshments. This tour is documented with photos. All-terrain shoes, swimsuits and hats are suggested.

This tour will take you from the river up to the hills with breathtaking views of the ocean, beaches and mangroves, through jungle trails and along the beaches of Nosara and Ostional. You will ride for two to three hours and will be able to learn about local plants and their medicinal use, animals like howler monkeys and a large variety of birds. All horses are friendly, reliable and trained by an expert, giving beginners and advanced riders a fun experience.

Choose from five different ATV adventures (all tours include fruits and water):
Nosara Tour: 2 hour tour, cruise along the lush Nosara hills and rivers keeping an eye out for wildlife along the way. Fruits and water are included.

White Rock Waterfall Tour: 4 hour tour, journey up to "Pilas Blancas", one of the tallest hills in Nosara Town, and head back to the waterfalls for a refreshing swim. Fruits and water are included.

Coffee Tour: 4 hour tour, this tour takes you across the Nosara hills to a coffee plantation where you will find spectacular views of the ocean and plains. You will get to experience the coffee process preparation, from collecting the beans, to sipping the freshly brewed cafe. Fruits, water and tour guide are included.

Pura Vida Tour: 5 hour tour, exploring the gorgeous coastline, mountains, beaches and jungle trails. Fruits and water are included.

Black Hills Tour: 8 hour tour, enjoy this full day adventure where you are able to explore the real beauty of Guanacaste. Black Hill is one of the highest points of our province and there are spectacular views along the way of the Pacific Ocean. This tour includes fruits, water, and a typical Costa Rican lunch at the ranch. (Recommended for experienced riders only)

The Ostional Wildlife Refuge in Costa Rica was created in 1984 to protect one of the world’s most important nesting sites of the Olive Ridley Sea Turtle. It is the site for a rarely seen biological wonder. The week before the new moon, hundreds of sea turtles come to one specific mile of beach to dig their eggs into the black volcanic sand. Turtles nest at Ostional year round but peak time occurs from August through December. The phenomenon of “arribadas” (mass nesting) occurs regularly once or twice a month.

Founded in January of 1999, this refuge has been a place for the injured, displaced and orphaned wildlife from Nosara and the Nicoya Peninsula region of Costa Rica. You can visit the Refuge by advanced reservation (as a health precaution to the animals, the Refuge requires visitors to be in Costa Rica for at least 3 days before visiting). Your visit will include a tour of the Refuge facilities and an opportunity to meet up close many of the current “guests” in residence.