From Our Luxury Surf Camp in Costa Rica

Packing Surf Gear for Luxury Surf Resorts

One of the most common questions we get before a guest arrives is: what do I need to bring? The short answer: a lot…

Getting Around Costa Rica From Surf Resorts

For most people, logistics are one of the biggest worries when planning a trip somewhere new. At Kalon’s Costa Rica surf resort, everything from…

Common Surf Injuries and First Aid in Costa Rica

Surfing in Costa Rica is incredible — but it’s also a physical sport in a natural environment, and understanding the risks is part of…

Must-Have Surf Camp Gear Suggestions

The gear you need for surf camp is probably less than you think — especially if you’re staying at an all-inclusive surf camp in…

Adjusting to Tropical Surfing Climate

Everyone dreams of surfing in a tropical paradise — warm water, no wetsuit, blue skies. Costa Rica delivers all of that. But after fifteen…

Evaluating Surf Instructor Credentials

Every surfer starts with an instructor who teaches them how to stand on the board, read a wave, and get out of the water…

Experience Costa Rica

Is It Worth Doing All-Inclusive in Costa Rica?

When I tell people that Kalon is an all-inclusive surf resort in Costa Rica, I can see what they picture: a wristband, a buffet,…

Learn surfing basics and paddle for surfing in the comfort of the Kalon Surf Camp Costa Rica pool.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Costa Rica?

If you’re looking for the single most consistently pleasant month to visit Costa Rica, March is hard to beat. It’s the driest month of…

Is February a Good Time to Visit Costa Rica?

February is an excellent time to visit Costa Rica. The dry season is well established, the weather is reliably sunny, and the Pacific coast…

Is January a Good Time to Visit Costa Rica?

Yes — January is one of the most popular months to visit Costa Rica, and for good reason. It’s peak dry season: consistently sunny,…

Surfer coming out of the water with firewire surfboard other surfers in the background surfing

Is November a Good Time to Visit Costa Rica?

November is when Costa Rica’s dry season begins — and it’s one of the most underappreciated months to visit. The rain tapers off, the…

Is October a Good Time to Visit Costa Rica?

October is the greenest, most dramatic month in Costa Rica. The jungle around our resort is at peak vibrancy — every shade of green…