Surf at Olas Bravas

Nosara, Costa Rica

Find Your Wave
in Paradise

A boutique surf camp between jungle and ocean. Daily coaching, yoga, and unforgettable waves.

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Why Olas Bravas?

We've been helping surfers of every level find their wave since 2012. Here's what sets us apart.

Steps from the Break

Our camp sits directly above the point break. Grab your board and paddle out — no shuttle, no wait.

ISA-Certified Coaches

Our instructors hold international surf coaching certifications and have been teaching here for over a decade.

Yoga & Wellness

Balance your surf sessions with sunrise beach yoga, massage, and a menu built around fresh local ingredients.

Where You'll Stay

From private bungalows to social surf dorms — something for every style.

Beach Bungalow

Beach Bungalow

$129/night

Cozy private bungalow steps from the break. Teak hardwood floors, outdoor shower, and a hammock porch with ocean breezes.

Up to 2 guests
King bedEn-suite bathOutdoor showerHammock porch
Shared Surf DormBest Value

Shared Surf Dorm

$45/night

Meet your next surf crew. Six-bed dorm with personal lockers, fast Wi-Fi, and a shared chill deck. Best value on the beach.

Up to 6 guests
Bunk bedsPersonal lockerShared bathDeck access
Ocean View SuiteMost Popular

Ocean View Suite

$219/night

Wake up to the Pacific. A spacious suite with a private terrace, plunge pool views, and premium linens. Pure indulgence.

Up to 2 guests
King bedPrivate terraceClawfoot tubEspresso machine
Jungle Treehouse

Jungle Treehouse

$169/night

Elevated among the treetops with howler monkeys as your alarm clock. Open-air design, jungle views, total seclusion.

Up to 2 guests
Queen bedOpen-air bathJungle viewsMosquito net

Things To Do

Add activities to your booking — or just show up and decide.

Surf Lessons

Surf Lessons

Daily coached sessions with our ISA-certified instructors. Beginners to intermediate — we read the lineup and put you in the right spot.

2 hours
$65/person

Daily · 7:00 AM & 2:00 PM

Beach Yoga

Beach Yoga

Sunrise yoga on the sand with the sound of waves. All levels welcome. The perfect way to balance your surf sessions.

75 minutes
$20/person

Sun · Mon · Wed · Fri · 6:30 AM

Snorkeling Excursion

Snorkeling Excursion

Explore the marine reserve just offshore. Colorful reefs, sea turtles, and manta rays — all in crystal-clear water.

3 hours
$75/person

Tue · Thu · Sat · 9:00 AM

Sunset Catamaran

Sunset Catamaran

Sail into a Costa Rican sunset with cocktails, snacks, and dolphins if you're lucky. The camp highlight for most guests.

2.5 hours
$85/person

Wed · Sat · 4:30 PM

Jungle Waterfall Hike

Jungle Waterfall Hike

Trek through primary rainforest to a hidden waterfall with a natural swimming hole. Guides share local ecology and stories.

4 hours
$50/person

Mon · Fri · 8:00 AM

All-Inclusive Packages

Everything sorted before you land. Just focus on the waves.

Surf & Stay Week

7 nights

$1085

Save $210

The classic Olas Bravas experience. Seven nights, daily surf lessons, half-board meals, and all the time you need to find your flow.

  • 7 nights Ocean View Suite
  • Daily surf lessons (AM + PM)
  • Half board meals
  • 1 snorkeling excursion
  • Welcome cocktail & farewell dinner

Weekend Escape

3 nights

$525

Save $85

Short on time, big on stoke. Three nights, two full days of surf coaching, and a sunset catamaran to close it out.

  • 3 nights Beach Bungalow
  • 2 × surf lesson sessions
  • Sunset catamaran cruise
  • Daily breakfast

What Guests Say

I came not knowing how to surf and left booking my return trip. The instructors are genuinely passionate, the food is incredible, and the vibe is unlike any resort I've stayed at. Olas Bravas is the real deal.

Lena Hoffmann

Berlin, Germany

We chose the Surf & Stay Week package and it was worth every penny. Having everything organized — lessons, meals, the catamaran — meant we could just show up and enjoy. The booking was super easy too.

James & Kate Okafor

London, UK

Third time back. I keep coming because the waves are consistent, the crew remembers you, and the jungle treehouse is genuinely one of the coolest places I've ever slept. See you in October.

Mateo Sánchez

Mexico City, Mexico

Sunset surf

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