Surf beaches · San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
Every surf beach near San Juan del Sur
From the hollow A-frames of Playa Maderas to the mellow rollers of Playa Remanso — the complete local guide to surfing in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua. Real conditions, real seasons, real directions.
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Playa Maderas
Intermediate
The iconic SJDS surf beach — consistent A-frames, chill vibes.
A-frame beach break with lefts and rightsRead the guide
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Playa Remanso
Beginner
The friendly one — perfect first-wave beach, walking distance.
Gentle beach breakRead the guide
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Playa Yankee
Intermediate
Quiet, consistent, and often uncrowded — a local secret.
Punchy beach breakRead the guide
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Playa Gigante
Advanced
Crescent bay with a fishing-village soul — bigger, punchier surf.
Powerful A-frame beach break with hollow inside sectionsRead the guide
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Playa La Flor
Beginner–Intermediate
Wildlife refuge & sea-turtle nesting sanctuary — surf light, respect the turtles.
Soft beach break in a protected refugeRead the guide
Not sure where to start?
- 🥇 New to surfing? Start at Playa Remanso — gentle rollers, walking distance, easy vibes.
- 🏄 Confident intermediate? Playa Maderas is the iconic SJDS wave.
- 🌊 Chasing bigger swell? Playa Gigante holds size beautifully.
- 🐢 Wildlife + surf combo? Time your visit to Playa La Flor for a turtle arribada.