Frequently Asked Questions

This region features an almost endless variety of tours. Many of these are nature oriented. Consider the types of tours you will be taking. In general is wise to have a pair of shoes. Jeans are a good idea if you are considering the horse tours.

Our reservation form allows you to check tours you are interested in. This allows us to help you set everything up for you.

There are many yoga studios and other healthy outdoor activities to engage in. Let us know what you are interested in and we will help you find something to do.

The Sun can be strong here, so be ready for it. Bring light colored hats, water bottles and sunscreen.

**Always Important to bring comfortable workout clothing and a lot of it!**   Comfortable Tennis Shoes, Hiking Shoes and Walking Shoes.  A Hat Because The Sun Can Be Strong Here, and a Yoga Mat.

Costa Rica is blessed with tasty foods – mainly comprised of fresh vegetables and fruits, grains, fish, seafood, chicken and meat. Typical breakfast is “gallo pinto”, a rice and bean mixture with eggs and corn tortillas and runs about $6. For lunch- the typical plate – called “casado” can be found thruout Playa Hermosa and the Central Pacific zone. Generally, it includes white rice, black beans, fresh salad, vegetables and a choice of fish, chicken or meat and runs about $8. For dinners – options vary $8 – $20 a plate. In Playa Hermosa within walking distance from the Surf Inn Hermosa – there are several restaurants to choose from, two little convenience stores, one bakery and two pizza shops. In Playa Jaco – a 5 minute – $12 taxi ride – there are many international restaurants offering great food including American, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Mexican, Costa Rican and Indian.
If you like cooking, the accommodations at the Surf Inn allow you to cook in. There are tons of fresh fruit and vegetables that you can find at the local markets and you can buy fresh fish from the seafood shops in Jaco.

The water is potable in most parts of the country. However, bottled water is recommended during times of rain.

The colon is the currency of Costa Rica. US dollars are widely accepted and credit cards may be used as well.

There are no ATMs in Playa Hermosa. In Jaco Beach – a 5 minute $12 taxi ride away – there are many ATM machines that accept Visa / MC / ATM Debit Cards

There is a 13% sales tax on the price of goods. Restaurants also have a 10% service tax.

At Surf Inn – you can use AMEX, MC or VISA – In surrounding areas, most major credit cards are accepted. Also, you can locate ATMs throughout the country.

If you want to use a mobile phone in Costa Rica, you must have an UNBLOCKED cellular phone and purchase a prepaid SIM card. You can also visit the different telephone companies throughout the country; they offer different options for prepaid cards, including internet access.

Dial 00-506-number. For assistance on international calls dial 1024.

Depends on what you plan on doing. In general, it is best to carry a minimum of $50-$100 in small bills at all times. It is good to have at least that much in Colones as well. You can change this at the airport. Large US bills are not often accepted in all locations. In most areas, if you run out of cash – you can find a local ATM machine or bank.

Surfing is an activity that is very difficult to accurately measure and requires many different elements and a great deal of practice to perform competently. Riding a very buoyant long board is easier and best for beginners until you get the hang of standing up!  The whitewater part of the wave that forms after the wave has already collapsed is the best place to start to learn how to balance on your board.  After that – standing up on blue or green part  of the  wave will take time, a lot of practice, tons of conditioning and balance. First, you have to be able to paddle fast enough to catch the wave – which is very different from catching the whitewater which pushes you) forward; and then, you also have to have the right timing and balance to stand up. Learning to surf – takes time and practice!  Physical conditioning will help speed up the learning process. Only one way to learn:  Just do it.