Summary
Surfing in Colombia is a unique and exciting experience for surfers of all skill levels. Colombia has exposure to both the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea, providing a wide range of surf spots and waves, from beginner-friendly breaks to challenging spots for experienced surfers.
One of the best surf spots in Colombia is Juanchaco, located on the Pacific coast, in front of a surfing village of the same name. The wave is awesome but requires a boat to access it.
On the Caribbean coast, the town of Santa Marta is known for its excellent surf spots, including Playa Blanca, which is a great spot for beginner and intermediate surfers. La Boquilla is another popular surf spot in Santa Marta, offering a consistent break and fun waves.
Colombia offers a diverse range of waves and surf spots, making it a great destination for surfers of all levels. With its warm water, consistent swell, and friendly local surf community, Colombia is a must-visit destination for surfers looking to experience the thrill of riding the waves in a new and exotic location.
Find a surf camp in Colombia, starting at 419$
When to go
The best time to surf in Colombia is from May to October for the Pacific coast and from November to March for the Caribbean side. Therefore, at any given moment throughout the year, you should be able to find a wave to surf in Colombia.
Where to stay
The Pacific coastline of Colombia is still a pretty rugged area with a lot of nature and parks. Therefore, there aren’t that many hotels on the coast. Nuqui is a great place to stay on a surf trip to Colombia with many surf spots around the area and some vacation rentals as well as hotels to chose from.
You can also find a surf camp in Colombia, which provides accommodation and access to surf spots.
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Best surf hotels around Nuqui
Surf camps in Colombia
4-day beginner surf camp in Nuqui, Colombia
US$529, including:
- Surf lessons 3 x 1.5 h
- 1 surfboard per person
- Surf equipment at any time
- 1 guided walk through the jungle
- Experience a guided tour to the waterfalls
- 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners
- 3 nights’ accommodation
- Airport boat transfers
14-day intermediate and advanced surf camp in Nuqui, Colombia
US$2894, including:
- Surf Colombia’s most famous Surf spots
- Amazing boat trips along the Tribugá gulf
- Enjoy lonely beaches
- Swim in tropical waterfalls
- Breathtaking landscapes
- Fantastic jungle tours
- 13 nights accommodation
Surf spots in Colombia
El Valle
Wave direction : Left and right
Bottom : Sand
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Intermediate and advanced
Optimal swell direction : S
Optimal wind direction : NE
Playa Guachalito
Wave direction : Left and right
Bottom : Sand
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Any
Optimal swell direction : SW
Optimal wind direction : E
Juan Tornillo
Wave direction : Left and right
Bottom : Sand
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Intermediate and advanced
Optimal swell direction : SW
Optimal wind direction : NE
Juanchaco
A secluded surf spot that can get pretty intense. Mostly for advanced surfers and experts.
Wave direction : Right
Bottom : Reef
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Advanced
Optimal swell direction : N
Optimal wind direction : SE