Where is the best surf in Central America?
The Top Surf Spots in Central America
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- El Tunco, El Salvador.
- El Paredon, Guatemala.
- Witches Rock, Costa Rica.
- Bocas del Toro, Panama.
- Playa Colorado, Nicaragua.
- San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua.
- Playa Jaco, Costa Rica.
Is there good surfing in Honduras?
This coral reef, the second largest in the world, keeps the big waves well offshore. Because of this, Belize and Honduras have some of the best diving and snorkeling on the planet, but no surf.

Where can I surf in Central America in January?
The best surf destination in Central America
- Costa Rica. The award for the most famous surf nation in all of Central America probably should go to Costa Rica.
- Panama. Over 1,500 miles of coastline fringes the Central American nation of Panama.
- Nicaragua.
- El Salvador.
- Belize.
Can you surf in Costa Rica?
You can surf year-round in Costa Rica, even in the green season (May – December). The green season tends to have larger, more consistent waves. Which side of Costa Rica is best for surfing? We would recommend the Pacific side.
Is there any surf in Belize?
Long Caye Belize enjoys the only surf break in the country that is both accessible and safe (not breaking over live coral). Because the Belize Barrier Reef blocks ocean swells, only shoals outside the reef or bordering a break in the reef will form a wave.

Is El Salvador a good place to surf?
“You’ll find some of the best surfing in the world here in El Salvador,” said Porfirio Miranda, a professional surfer who grew up in La Libertad. “We have warm water, several different point breaks along the coast, and everything is right here.”
Is there surf in Guatemala?
The best time for surfing Guatemala is right at the end of the rainy season. Between March and June, the waves are fantastic and the weather is at its peak. If you want even bigger waves, you can consider visiting during the rainy season (August-February) but you’ll likely have a few days with less than ideal weather.
Is there surfing in Guatemala?
Where can you surf in Nicaragua?
The Top 5 Surf Spots in Nicaragua
- Playa Maderas.
- The Boom.
- Playa Colorado.
- Popoyo.
- Playa El Yankee.