Nicaragua Surf Breaks

Southern Nicaragua Surf Breaks

Nicaragua's Southern coast has yet to receive an acclaimed surfing award. The surfers that venture to this area are thankful that the amazing surf, waves and frequent swells have not gained international recognition and are not plastered on the news, in papers or on the web. This means, they get them all for themselves, hence, you are often the only surfer riding the waves. There are breaks for the professionals, the medium and the beginners.

Below is of the best breaks and locations to surf in the southern part of Nicaragua. Take a look and let and call an agent at Tico Travel at 1-800-493-8426 and let them know which ones you want to surf.Nicaragua Surf Breaks and Location - Taken from San Juan del Sur as a departure point:

• Popoyo: (also known as Las Salinas). Distance: by boat 1 hour, by car: 2 hours. Large waves, big swells, guaranteed surfing, favorite spot.
• Colorado: Distance: by boat 1 hour, by car: No access possible by car, due to private property. Large and medium waves, guaranteed surfing.
• Santana: Distance: by boat 40 minutes, by car: 1 ½ hours. Large and medium waves, good surfing.
• Playa Rosada: Distance: by boat 40 minutes, by car: 1 ½ hours. Large and medium waves, good surfing.
• Gigante: Distance: by boat 40 minutes, by car: 1 ½ hours. Medium waves, good surfing.
• Madera: Distance: by boat 10 minutes, by car: 15 minutes. Large and medium waves, guaranteed good surfing.
• Majagual: Distance: by boat 5 minutes, by car: 10 minutes. Large and medium waves, guaranteed good surfing.
• El Yankee: Distance: by boat 30 minutes, by car: 1 hour to Escameche, then 5 minutes on foot to the Yankee beach. Medium and small waves, great for beginners
• Remanso: Distance: by boat 25 minutes, by car: 45 hours. Medium and small waves, great for beginners
• Manzanilla: Distance: by boat 40 minutes, by car: No access possible by car, due to private property. Large and medium waves, guaranteed surfing.