Surf Lessons Manuel Antonio Beach: Intense Short Introduction to Surfing

Experience an intense and exhilarating introduction to surfing with our surf lessons at Manuel Antonio Beach. Learn the basics, catch some waves, and enjoy tropical fruit refreshments.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - The ideal starting point for embarking on your surfing journey

Unique instructional methods that are both simple and enjoyable

Dedicated and knowledgeable teachers offer abundant advice

The prime spot at Manuel Antonio Beach

An amazing adventure that is a must-try for everyone!

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bilingual (English and Spanish) surfing instructor
  • Driver/guide
  • Equipment
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Tropical fruit, water or coconut water
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Additional Information

The perfect option for anyone seeking a short but intense introduction into the world of surfing. After picking you up at your hotel, we bring you down to the beach to begin practicing some safety recommendations before hitting the waves. Our special teaching techniques will have you up in no time, and our patient and experienced instructors give you…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Aaronrr7493al
Nov 29, 2025
Great instructor and exc photos - Great experience! Kaleth was a fantastic instructor; he is clear, patient and got me up and riding waves in no time! Dante and staff picked me up on time and were really helpful. Naiara took excellent photos. It’s an extra $50 to get them but she took very high-quality pictures - totally worth it.
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U3887qvkristenk
Nov 29, 2025
Terrific family surf lesson! - Dante’s Watersports & Tours was a great experience for our family! They worked with a family of 5 from beginner to experienced surfer ages 11-55!! They were very patient and enthusiastic to teach and cheer on. We will definitely visit them again! If you are thinking about booking, book!
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Inna
Nov 27, 2025
Great day surfing with the kids! - Spent the morning surfing w my 3 kids (9, 13, 15 yrs old). Was our first time. Dante’s staff was fantastic. Equipment was very nice. We had our own instructor each. Kids were able to stand up and surf right away. And me too! Instructors were very helpful and took great care of us. Told us how to make any adjustments. Then treated us to fresh fruit, water and shaded beach beds. After our lesson, we spent a few more hours playing on the beach and used Dante’s boogie boards. They have agreement with restaurant next door, so can use bathroom and outdoor shower. Great guys, def recommend !!
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Storyteller311734
Nov 26, 2025
Great Surf Lessons For Our Anniversary - We had so much fun doing surf lessons for our anniversary. It was a perfect way to spend the morning. They also added in “beach day” for us afterwards for free.
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Cristellee2019
Nov 20, 2025
Great surfing lessons. Highly recommend! - Great service and instructors. We were with Sebastian and a Raymond and they were very nice and patient teaching us how to surf and ensured we had a great time.
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Taywb
Sep 26, 2025
Excellent surfing lessons - Super fun and approachable surf lessons with a group of friends. One-on-one instruction with great instructors on a gorgeous beach with gentle waves for beginners like us. All logistics were handled by Dante and crew, making the whole day a breeze! We'd absolutely do it again.
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Q2201jwthomask
Sep 26, 2025
Manuel Antonio Surfing Lessons (Dante's) - A+ - It was awesome! My friends and I had never surfed before so we were a bit nervous. We got to the beach and there was an individual instructor for each of us, which was so great. I didn't think i'd get up a single time, but the instructor was in the water coaching on when to paddle, when to get up, and gave us steadying support and a push when needed. I got up and rode so many waves i had to take a break. We were there for 2 hours and i probably rode 20+ waves. The instructors all spoke english and spanish fluently. On top of it, they reserve beach chairs afterwards so you can relax at the beach and have your stuff in a safe, watched location with umbrellas as you continue to play in the water, take a beach walk, or eat lunch nearby.
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Jeaninem142
Aug 21, 2025
Best surf lessons!! - I had the BEST time learning to surf today! My instructor was Ry (Ri...?) And he was so great. By the end I stood up on many waves and felt safe and relaxed throughout. Highly highly recommend!! Also, got delicious fresh pineapples as a perfect post surfing snack and transportation to and from the beach was included 👍
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Reeser129
Aug 18, 2025
It was excellent! - Antony was amazing! He helped me catch my first waves and became a friend in the process. I would highly recommend anyone surf-curious to check out Dante's. Pura Vida!
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Beautyandspraytann
Aug 16, 2025
Family surf time - I highly recommend Dantes for surf and hanging out for the day. We had one-on-one lessons and we all got up and SURFED! These guys know there stuff and took great care of us. After, we were able to chill, have some food and play with the body boards. My family would give this activity 10 out of 10 starts! Go surf! They took beautiful photos at a very reasonable price.
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From $79
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).