Our Team Members
Daniela Dani Muñoz Lead Surf Coach
Dani Muñoz is a 27 year old surfer, born and raised in the mountains of Cartago, Costa Rica. She has a degree in Tourism Management and has years of experience in the industry. She moved to Nosara when, after a visit, she fell in love with the area, the surf and the people. She is an athlete at heart, a former marathoner and high jumper, as well as an accomplished surfer.
Why Our Program?
Safari Surf Women’s Retreat in Costa Rica is the ideal destination if you are looking for a high quality women’s surf program with all the luxury and pampering you need on vacation. This surf program is built by women and run by women, exclusively for women.
Safari Surf Women’s Retreat in Costa Rica is the ideal destination if you are looking for a high quality women’s surf program with all the luxury and pampering you need on vacation. This surf program is built by women, and run by women, exclusively for women. Our staff will have you surfing better than you ever thought possible while immersing you in the tranquil, friendly and healing community that they call home.
We keep the size of our groups to no more than 8 ladies per camp to ensure the entire experience is personal and exceptional from start to finish and we’ve created a program that will give you the opportunity to push your limits each day both physically and mentally. Women who succeed, whether it be at surfing or life in general, have the mental strength to push through failures, to learn from mistakes, to keep moving forward, and are open to suggestions and critique. This course is about empowerment for women in the water and out.
- Personalized surf program based on your current skill level
- In depth video analysis
- Technique practice in the pool to expedite mastery of fundamentals
- Breathwork and mental exercises
- Surf stretching and meditation
- Pampering and luxury from accommodations to yoga and massage
- Amazing activities to fill your time between surf sessions
- Friendly, fun and caring staff that will embrace you during your stay
Our Team
Surf Retreat Pricing, Booking and Customization
Our retreats run from Saturday to Saturday and offer a variety of activities and adventures to keep you busy during your stay. While our schedule runs from Saturday to Saturday, we realize that there are times when our guests may need to arrive and depart on different days of the week. If you find yourself in this position, but still want to escape with us, please reach out to us so that we can work around your schedule. We also customize pricing for those of you traveling in groups of 4 or more.
Costa Rica Women Surf Retreat Details
This Safari Surf School-Women’s Costa Rica Surf Retreat is a 7 night 8 day surf
extravaganza: a fun filled and adventure packed week!
Surfing instruction, pool technique instruction, and video analysis review will all be
provided by your ISA certified coach, Daniela.
Yoga and meditation sessions provided by Rebecca, photos and video provided by Ines,
and all sorts of wonderful excursions and activities will be included in your time with us.
Meet other like minded ladies and quickly becoming fast friends on your quest
to learn to surf or surf better.
PRICING OPTIONS
High Season
(Nov 1st - April 30th)
$4200 USD
Per Person
Low Season
(May 1st - Oct 31st)
$3630 USD
Per Person
High Season
(Triple Occupancy)
(Nov 1st - April 30th)
$2495 USD
Per Person
Low Season
(Triple Occupancy)
(May 1st - Oct 31st)
$2110 USD
Per Person
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PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
Safari Surf provides you the finest luxuries, facilities and amenities to go along with our 1st rate customer service philosophy!
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Private round trip
Private shuttle taxi service from Liberia (LIR) to Nosara and back. Your driver will be waiting for you outside of the customs area with a sign with your name on it.
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(7) Nights’ luxurious stay
(7) Nights’ luxurious stay at the Olas Verdes Hotel; You will be nestled in a Luxury Suite situated mere steps from the tropical sands of Playa Guiones in Nosara.
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SSS concierge
Our infamous customer service is worth noting as you will have a SSS concierge working or you 24 / 7. Anything you may need or want (within reason of course!)
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3 Hosted Dinners
Enjoy three dinners with your retreat hosts. You will have full menu access (including one entree and one dessert) while you discuss the days events and your surfing progress. Alcoholic beverages are not included, but available.
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Daily Breakfast
A full menu awaits you after your morning surf adventure for daily fantastic breakfast at our El Manglar restaurant at Olas Verdes Hotel - all taxes and tips are included.
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Pool Sessions
Pool sessions working on your techniques dealing with paddling, duck dive or turtle rolling, and other essentials.
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Video Analysis
Time to take a look at yourself surfing and learn from analysis and theory presented by your surf coach
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Surf Sessions
Surf instruction for 2 hours daily with your surf coach. Use of equipment in your spare time, if you wish to practice, is also included.
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Yoga classes
3 yoga sessions to rejuvenate the body and mind.
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Massages
Enjoy a blissful 1 hour full body massage to help your body recover from your active; on the go surf vacation.
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Bike rental
Nothing like cruising the local town on your Bike rental to expand your boundaries! Your hotel will provide access to a bicycle for you to explore the area on your free time.
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SUP/Kayak on the Nosara River or Take an ATV Tour
Your choice of either a relaxing SUP or Kayaking experience on the Nosara River; an ideal, peaceful location for nature watching OR adventure out on a jungle ATV tour.
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Biking/Shopping Day
Jump on the bikes together to hit up the local shops for special souvenirs
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Road Trip
Jump in the van for a journey to the lovely bay of Punta Islita to enjoy a relaxing afternoon lunch at the seaside restaurant.
WANT TO CUSTOMIZE?
Remember, we are happy to customize a retreat option for you. We also customize package costs for those traveling with a group. Just give us a shout at info@safarisurfschool.com
LOOKING FOR MORE ACTIVITIES? NO PROBLEM! AT THE TIME OF BOOKING, YOU CAN ADD ADDITIONAL SURF LESSONS, MASSAGE, YOGA AND OTHER ADVENTURES FOR AN ADDITIONAL COST.
VIDEOS AND TESTIMONIALS
Written
“Safari Surf Women’s Retreat could not have been more perfect for a woman who wanted to learn that art of surfing. Prior to choosing Safari Surf Women’s Retreat I researched many Women retreats across the globe I am glad I landed with Safari Surf! This Retreat exceeded all my expectations so much.”
Australia
“In sum: my trip was fan-flipping-tastic. Seriously, Dani was ah-mazing. I feel so, so lucky to have been treated to a week with her. She’s a talented instructor – so patient, positive, energetic, and clearly passionate. She was the perfect balance of encouraging and firm. She gave me confidence, even when I didn’t have it in myself – yet.”
Ithaca, New York
“I had a GREAT time with Andrea and Dani last week! These ladies are just so fantastic. Everything from the moment I got off of the plane to the moment I got back on (with tears of sadness that I had to leave) the plane home was just so much fun. I mean even the hard parts that were a little physical for me…Andrea helped me push past those things I thought I couldn’t do. Just so empowering…thank you, thank you, thank you! I’ll be back with my troop of lady friends …they need to experience this!”
“My sister and I just returned from Nosara were we spent a week at the Safari Surf Women’s Retreat. Everything was taken care of including the hotel, food, surf instruction and other activities. It was a perfect mix of high quality surf instruction, other fun acitvities including yoga and massage. We even had time to relax some and soak in the beauty of the area. We found this school through the internet and spent 5 days there last January doing a custom package that included surfing.
“It was my second time at Safari Surf School, and my full week of surf sessions with Daniela certainly surpassed my expectations. Even though All of the instructors are great, I feel that having a female instructor, she fully understands the women’s “brain”. What I got out of it was more than just”sufring”. With each wave, I learned the process of waiting, observing, and simply the art of slowing down amd setting and resetting my expectations. Surfing is not just about riding and catching waves. It’s an art of waiting and Knowing the right moment.”
Ontario, Canada
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“My sister and I just returned from Nosara were we spent a week at the Safari Surf Women’s Retreat. Everything was taken care of including the hotel, food, surf instruction and other activities. It was a perfect mix of high quality surf instruction, other fun acitvities including yoga and massage. We even had time to relax some and soak in the beauty of the area. We found this school through the internet and spent 5 days there last January doing a custom package that included surfing. We made such good progress and were so encouraged that we decided we wanted more. We found out they have a women’s program that caters to beginner women surfers so we went back 6 months later for a whole week. By the time it was over we were already planning our next trip. The area is a perfect place to learn to surf and they have a great location, only a 3 minute walk though the jungle to the beach. We felt safe yet challenged. I highly recommend it.” – Nancy Pfeifer, California
“In sum: my trip was fan-flipping-tastic. Seriously, Dani was ah-mazing. I feel so, so lucky to have been treated to a week with her. She’s a talented instructor – so patient, positive, energetic, and clearly passionate. She was the perfect balance of encouraging and firm. She gave me confidence, even when I didn’t have it in myself – yet. Her story is also inspiring and her bravery made me want to be brave. I was completely spoiled to have her all to myself while I was experiencing Safari Surf. You’re lucky to have her as an employee. She and Ines were a fun duo and it was oh-so-exciting to see the footage and pictures Ines captured.
“Safari Surf Women’s Retreat could not have been more perfect for a woman who wanted to learn that art of surfing. Prior to choosing Safari Surf Women’s Retreat I researched many Women retreats across the globe I am glad I landed with Safari Surf! This Retreat exceeded all my expectations so much. Everything was on point and the experience is one I will never forget!
It helped the mind & body in ways I did not expect and I discovered a love for surfing. I have not stopped talking about this retreat to every woman I meet. It’s a must! Daniela is a point of difference. I have never felt more comfortable and driven to achieve my goals, thank you!
Safari Surf doesn’t stop and now I know why it’s brilliant at teaching surfing with amazing staff who literally go over and above every time; they deliver on what they say.
Daniela’s coaching style was perfect for the Women’s Retreat not only because she knew my body capability (sometimes better than I did!) but, being a woman, she allowed me to be extremely comfortable to put myself outside my comfort zone and try new things. Daniela was detailed, focused, clear, patient, supportive and motivating whilst empowering you and adjusting to your learning style.
The organisation of the retreat was extremely efficient. You are not just a transaction for Safari surf! You have nothing to worry about when being on this Women’s retreat and every moment is enjoyable… even the wipeouts! It’s true when they say “Pura Vida”. Daniela ensures it happens for you too!”