Very few sharks However, in Costa Rica, shark attacks are extremely uncommon. The Central American country is one of the safer territories of the world, as far as shark attacks are concerned. You're more likely to see beach monkeys than you are tiger or bull sharks. And great whites hardly even venture down there.

If you're an older adult who loves the ocean, staying active, and has an appetite for adventure, it's high time (or tide) you dropped into the seductive world of surfing. Surfing for older adults has always been a thing. In many cultures, it's customary for seniors to surf, and even be some of the best surfers out.

December through March often experiences 2-3 ft. swells, while July through October sees swells more typically in the 4-5 ft. range. Generally, the biggest swells arrive from May to November and are considered the prime “surf season” months.

If you are visiting Costa Rica at any point during the year, you will likely not need a neoprene wetsuit. Our tropical waters stay around 80 to 85 degrees year round, so the right bathing suit along with a rash guard shirt is the way to go. For men, well fitting swim trunks or board shorts work great.