Santa Teresa Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SW, W, NW.

Wind

NE.

Surf Height

Waist-high to overhead.

Tide

Low to mid.

Santa Teresa Surf Guide

A fun, hollow beachbreak in front of a thriving tourist town, Playa Santa Teresa has become a popular destination for everyone from surf schoolers to traveling pros. The beachbreak has consistently good shape, and is a bit hollower at low tide.

Ability Level

All Abilities

BegIntAdv

Beginner friendly.

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

There are a fair number of locals and expats who surf, but they are generally pretty friendly.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

Lots of tourists and a healthy population of local surfers as well.

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Fun beachbreak with moments of brilliance.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Rips can get pretty strong.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Stays pretty clean most of the time.

Hazards

Rips, crowds.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard

Access

Easy beach access from the main road in Santa Teresa.

Bottom

Sand.

Best Season

May-September.

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