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Surfing in Nicaragua

The Pacific Coast of the Rivas Province in Nicaragua is very rich in surf. Ranging from hollow beach breaks to incredible point breaks, surfers of all ability levels are sure to find something to their liking. In addition, the prevailing winds blow offshore nearly every day of the year, grooming the powerful surf into clean, hollow lines.

The barrel of your life is waiting!

There are more than 12 world class surf breaks within a 40 minute boat ride from our facility. Due to the prevailing offshores, the surf often stays clean all day long. You won't find this in other parts of Central America or many other parts of the world.

A typical Popoyo Day:

  • 4:30-5:00 A.M.  Wake call---coffee, breakfast
  • In the water by 6:00 A.M.
  • 2 to 4 sessions daily. We will surf your brains out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • Solid lunch taken on boats, with lots of fruit and cold water
  • Back to Popoyo in time for an evening dip in the pool or a cold beer
  • Dinner served at approximately 7:00 P.M.
  • After dinner wind down.  Relax and hang out with friends in the AC, mosquito free in our entertainment room. Enjoy a game of pool or pingpong, have a massage, watch movies or surf videos.
  • Go to sleep and DO IT ALL OVER AGAIN!!!!!!!!!!

The peak season for big swell is normally April to September. However, March and November have very consistent head high to overhead swell with clean surf conditions. The offshores are typically strongest during March & April, so you might want to consider bringing a wetsuit top.


Why choose Nicaragua?

If your surfing travel plans have you considering Central America (Panama, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Mexico...) You may want to stop and consider coming here instead. Many of the destinations in these areas have seen an increase in the crowd factor in recent years.

Its getting harder and harder at the more consistent destinations just to catch a few waves and beat the crowds, something you were hoping to leave at home. However surfing is growing in record numbers and those who venture into newer territories will reap the rewards of uncrowded, perfect surf.

What to Bring: Sunscreen, Rash Guards, Spring Suits or Wetsuit tops (Dec-April), Wax, Ding Repair Kit, 2 or more Leashes & a few boards. Occasionally, its nice to have a bigger board that works double over head conditions.

The locals here are just learning to surf and are gracious to recieve anything you can leave behind. Be generous and the kindness can go a long way towards making new friends.

Check out the surf tours we offer.

Uncrowded nicaraguan surf

Ready to Surf Nicaragua?

Visit Surf Nicaragua's Tours page to see what the packages include.

Visit WaveHunters.com to book your stay at the Popoyo Surf Lodge.