Playa Grande, as the name indicates, is a huge, long beach and has
one of the most consistent waves in Central America. It’s
a fast, barreling beach break with off-shore winds most of the year.
The surf breaks best at high tide, as do most of the breaks in the
area.
Other breaks in the area that are easily
accessible
Playa Tamarindo is one of the most popular
surf spots in Costa Rica. It’s a slightly easier wave and
located just across a river mouth from Grande. You can paddle across
from the south end of the beach or drive in about 25 minutes.
Playa Langosta is just south of Tamarindo,
and accessed by a long walk or a thirty minute drive. It has a river
mouth break, as well as sever
Playa Avellanas has beach, river mouth,
and reef. breaks, and is approximately 45 minutes south of Grande.
Playa Negra is a famous right reef break
with fast hollow barrels. This break is for the more experienced
surfer. There are several other breaks going south.
Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point
are world-famous surf spots usually accessed by boat. There are
several options in boats, from simple to luxurious, with varying
price levels.
For more information on the surf, we use
www.wetsand.com, and there is a tide chart available at
www.crsurf.com. Also, surf info at www.rovercam.com
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