Surfing Guide to Montañita, Ecuador

 

• Summary

• When to go

• Surf Camps

• Where to stay

• Getting there

• Safety/things to know

• Surf spots

Summary

Montañita is Ecuador’s most famous surfing destination and this little town has some of the most consistent in South America. In Montañita, you will find waves on almost any given day, giving you the chance to score on your surf trip without experiencing too many lay days.

 

When people think of surfing destinations in South America, Ecuador usually isn’t the first place that comes up. However, over the last decade, this country has been gaining a lot of popularity in the surfing community.

 

With a coastline that is yet to be fully discovered by surfers, you can still find some spots with barely anyone out. Swells are also very consistent throughout the year without ever getting too big like they would a bit further south, in Chile, for example.

 

Within Ecuador, if you are gonna chose one place to go, Montañita might very well be the one. It is very hard not to fall in love with this Ecuadorian beach town known as the surfing mecca of the country. Montañita has good restaurants and bars providing a decent social life and making it very easy to meet fellow travelers.

 

Sun, warm water, nightlife and fairly cheap accommodation will all make this trip even more enjoyable. While Montañita has this little buzz that makes you want to stay forever, make sure to also check the rest of the coast for emptier line-ups and amazing surfing opportunities. For even more adventure, go further inland to discover an amazing country.

 

 

When to go

The best time to surf Montañita, Ecuador is pretty much all year long. Waves are very consistent both in summer and winter. However, from December to April, conditions will be slightly bigger with the arrival of some north swells.

 

 

 

Surf Camps in Montañita

7-day Tropical Paradise Surf Camp in Montanita
US$690 includes:

• Daily surf lesson in the morning or in the afternoon
• 6 surf lesson includes board (2 hours) with an instructor
• Walk to Playa Los Frailes National Park and trip to Isla Salango (snorkels)
• Access to the pool and jacuzzi
• Breakfast and dinner daily
• 6 nights accommodation
• Trip to other beaches

 

 

7-day Exciting Surf Camp in Montanita, Ecuador
US$330 includes:

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• 4 private surf lessons
• Learn with certified surf instructors
• Use of surfboards and surf equipment
• Accommodation is only 50 meters to the beach
• 6 nights of accommodation in a hostel
• Surf photos and videos included

 

 

Where to stay in Montañita

Hotel Kunalini is a great affordable place to stay near Montañita Beach and ME Hotel is a little more expensive but still has a great reputation.

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Getting there

The quickest and best way to get to Montañita is to fly to Guayaquil and then use public transportation to Montañita.

 

 

 

Surf spots in Montañita

Montañita point

At the very end of the beach, a classic right-hand point break holding nicely a sizable swell producing a long and nice wave. Can get hollow on the low tide, but most of the time it is a fairly mellow peeler.

Wave direction : Right
Bottom : Sand
Best tide : Mid to low
Skill level : Any
Optimal swell direction : NW
Optimal wind direction : E

 

 

Montañita beach

Very consistent beach break working on most days. Perfect for beginners or advanced with several peaks.

Wave direction : Right and left
Bottom : Sand
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Any
Optimal swell direction : N or S
Optimal wind direction : E