Zopilote Surfcamp (Cobano, Costa Rica)

ABOUT THE SURF CAMP

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LOCATION AND SURF CONDITIONS

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Visit our Costa Rican beaches with constant surf and year-round warm water temperatures of 27 degrees Celsius (80 F) and a ‘chill and surf’ atmosphere. It is a true paradise here in Manzanillo!

Surf tours Costa Rica makes it possible for you: We bring you to a variety of local spots both hidden and well known! Every morning we pack our pick-up truck in search for the perfect surf break. Don´t miss this unforgettable place.

Our homebreak is located in Playa Manzanillo de Cobano. This is a great place to surf and one of the last uncrowded surfing beaches in the area.

This place suits beginners and surfers of all levels! There are consistant beach break lefts and rights when it´s small and two reef breaks which get fast & hollow with big swell.

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CAMP CHARACTER

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You are going to experience the Costa Rican 'chill and surf' atmosphere. Hang with surfers from all over the world at our surf house.

ACCOMMODATION AND CATERING

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ACCOMMODATION TYPES

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Located in Manzanillo Beach and only 7 km from Santa Teresa, Zopilote Surf Camp is set amidst the jungle. The property offers free WiFi access on site.

The functional accommodations have a rustic-style and all offer views of the surrounding garden. The rooms have shared bathrooms, while the bungalow has a private one.

The property offers a lounge all guests can share and it offers books, table football, hammocks and a seating area. There are also BBQ facilities and a terrace.

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CATERING

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For Breakfast and Dinner  we use fresh and local products.

Vegetarian and special meals are available upon request – they are included in all surfing vacation packages.

SURF COURSE AND ACTIVITIES

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SURF MATERIALS

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Boards can be rented for as low as 80 € per week. Save airline transport fees and troubles and use one of our boards! We have a variety of beginner boards, longboards, malibus, mini-malibus and shortboards.

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OTHER ACTIVITIES

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The Nicoya Peninsula has some of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica. Many still untouched, true paradise. There are many possibilities of tours to nearby beaches and mountain sides, all just a short drive away. Mal Pais, Santa Teresa  Manzanillo, Coyote or Montezuma Waterfalls. For more details don’t hesitate to contact us.

ATV
The best means of transportation to get around and explore the Nicoya Peninsula is with an ATV.  With many off road  trails along the coast and inland, it’s for sure a must during your stay at our camp.

Fishing- A great crew, a great catch!
This is one of our most popular tours!  Sport fishing is a great activity for a group of friends or a family adventure.  Enjoy the warm and crystalline waters of the Pacific Ocean with the experience of our local fisherman.

Horse Tours
The horseback riding is an excellent way to explore the more remote parts of the Nicoya Peninsula. The tour takes you both along the shores and the mountainsides for some spectacular views.

Canopy Tours
The Mal Pais Canopy tour boarders  Cabo Blanco Absolute Reserve.  Experience the thick, lush Costa Rican Jungle and spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean.

Yoga
The camp provides it’s own yoga platform surrounded by the Costa Ricans natural beauty.  There are also many places close by where you can enjoy daily yoga classes for beginners and advanced.  Perfect to get your life in balance.

Hiking
We are lucky to have two beautiful natural refuges on the Nicoya Penisula. Curu and Cabo Blanco national reserves are perfect for hikes during your stay to explore Costa Ricans flor and fauna in its whole beauty.

Party- What happends in Santa Teresa stays in Santa Teresa.
This little town with its international commuity has a large variety of culinary experiences. Fullmoon parties, live music and local salons will give you the fun out of the sun.

MORE INFO, HOW TO GET THERE & FAQ

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SURF CONDITIONS

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Breaks directly at the main spot and at nearby spots

Our homebreak is located in Playa Manzanillo de Cobano. This is a great place to surf and one of the last uncrowded surfing beaches in the area.
Other beaches around Playa Manzanillo that are included in our surf tours are:

Santa Teresa: A very popular surf spot for surfers of all levels mainly beach breaks.
Playa del Carmen: Offers both rights and lefts surfing over sand.
Mal Pais: Here you can find world class point and reef breaks
Playa Hermosa: An excellent beach for all levels! This wide and open white sand beach is everyone’s favorite!

Seasonal conditions

Our Costa Rican beaches have a constant surf and all year-round a warm water temperatures of 27 degrees Celsius (80 F) and a ‘chill and surf’ atmosphere.

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SURROUNDINGS / REGION

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Characterization of surroundings/region

Costa Rican beaches are a super destination for surfing. It is one of those rare countries in Central America that has two coastlines to surf, the Caribbean and the Pacific, only separated by a dominating mountain backbone. Costa Rica has a tropical climate with two seasons and enjoys year-round boardshort water temperatures at all beaches. The wet season lasts from May to October with sunny mornings and rain during the night, the dry season from November to April with sun all day long.

In one of the top but mostly untouched regions & beaches, ZOPILOTE SURFERS TOUR THEIR WAVES! How about you?

Besides surfing and exploring Costa Rica´s beaches you will find many other adventures like white-water rafting, bungee jumping and jungle canopy tours.  Costa Rica is packed with national parks that protect the region´s volcanoes, it is famous for great rain forests  and their animal kingdom but it´s the diamond-dust beaches of Costa Rica and the marine life that attract us surfers to this beautiful country. Costa Rica is a very friendly country with well-mannered people who call themselves `Ticos` and `Ticas`.

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JOURNEY

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Ways to get to the camp

Arriving in San Jose at the international airport? Take a taxi to the San Carlos (Atlantic) Bus Station in downtown San Jose where direct buses (Transporte Cobano) leave to Mal Pais/Santa Teresa at 6:00 am and 2:00 pm every day (costs about $16 US$). Leave the bus in Cobano and take a taxi to Manzanillo (20US$). The entire trip will take around 6 hours.

If you have any more questions related to your travel SIMPLY CONTACT US!

Arriving in San Jose late afternoon or at night, you might want to stay in one of the many backpackers or hotels and leave the next morning. We recommend staying at Los Volcanes en Alujela near the airport. Friendly and affordable, they offer a free shuttle to the airport. Call (506) 2441 0525.

Another convenient & faster but more expensive option is to take a local flight from San Jose to Tambor (25 min.). From there you have to take a taxi to our surf camp (1h, 50US$). Check Sansa or Nature Air for more details! When booking with Sansa make sure to tell them you are a Zopilote guest to get a better rate!

This exciting journey to our surfcamp is the beginning of an unforgettable surf adventure – ‘BUEN VIAJE’.

PACKAGES & PRICES

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PACKAGE A - Premium Package - from 570€ per Week / Person

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One week: 570 € per person
Two weeks: 990 € per person

This package includes:

- full accomodation in our spacious, friendly location
- big breakfast and dinner every day
- 2x surfguiding to different spots
- use of all facilities at our campsite
- WiFi
- surfboards for use
- 4 surflessons (2h each)/week

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PACKAGE B - Standard Surf Package - from 410€ per Week / Person

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One week: 410 € per person
Two weeks: 710 € per person

This package includes:

- full accomodation in our spacious, friendly location
- big breakfast and dinner every day
- 2x surfguiding to different spots
- use of all facilities at our campsite
- WiFi

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Special Services

- Boards can be rented for as low as 80 € per week. We have a variety of beginner boards, longboards, malibus, mini-malibus and shortboards.
- Private surf lessons for individuals or groups.
- Vegetarian and special meals are available upon request – they are included in all surfing 
  vacation packages.
- Spanish classes

Let us know, what you want, and we can taylor your package! 

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