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Surf Spot: Barco Quebrado
Break Type: Rivermouth
Difficulty Level: All surfers
Best Swell Direction: Southeast, East, Northeast
Ride Direction: Right and left
Tides: All tides – Rising and falling tides

Description

Barco Quebrado is a beautiful beach nestled in a cove encircled by cliffs, rocks and dense forests. The beach is located in Limon Province of Costa Rica just north to another beautiful beach called Barrigona. Playa Barco Quebrdo is situated approximately 9 kilometers away from Playa Garza. The beach is well known for its mystical beauty, swimming, diving opportunities and surfing. The area is very secluded until you get near to Cahuita National Park. Surfers, be it beginners, intermediate or veterans, can have a fabulous time here.

Barco Quebrado features a rivermouth at Rio del Banano which remains consistent throughout the year. The waves are regular, fairly short and quite fun to ride. They ride up to 50 meters breaking over a sandy bottom. They ride to left and right but favor the rights more. The waves are best ridden when the wind blows from the southwest and nice swells are picked from the northeast, east and southeast. The swells can hold up to 6 feet. Windswells are more common than groundswells. Watch out for rip currents, undertows and jellyfishes.

As mentioned before, the beach is  just north to another beautiful beach called Barrigona. Playa Barrigona is a 500 acres of private jungle nestled in an isolated area on the Nicoya Peninsula. The villas on the respite are owned by a famous Hollywood actor, Mel Gibson. There is a small, deserted white sand beach close by the jungle.

Surf Camps

Surf camps found nearby Boca Quebrado include Surf For Life, Nomad Surfers Surf Camp, Hostel Crocodile Surf Camp, Totem Surf School and Tours and Totem Hotel Beach Resort.

Accommodations Nearby Barco Quebrado, Limon

If you want to surf the waves of Barco Quebrado, you can find some great accommodations in Puerto Limon that are located in close proximity to the beach and rivermouth. There are many surfer friendly places for lodging like camp sites, bed and breakfast, hostels and luxury to budget range hotels. Be it a family, a couple or a solo backpacker, everyone will find something that suits their needs.

Surf Forecast

For more information on Barco Quebrado Surfing, visit:

http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/Barco-Quebrado

http://magicseaweed.com/Barco-Quebrado-Surf-Report/2490/

http://surfspotsmap.com/spot/central-america/costa-rica/barco-quebrado-surf-forecast

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Surf Spot: Cocaine Point
Break Type: Reef Rocky
Difficulty Level: All surfers
Ride Direction: Right
Best Swell Direction: East, Northeast
Tides: All tides – Rising and falling tides

Description

Cocaine Point is a surf spot that was created in 1991 after an earthquake. It is an exposed reef rocky break located across the water in Limon Province on the Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica. The break is consistent throughout the year and peels to the right over a reef bottom. To work Cocaine Point requires lots of swells from the north and northeast direction. Windswells are more than the groundswells and the wind direction is best from the southwest. The waves are regular, powerful and hollow riding up to 300 meters on good days. The surf is good to go during all tides. The waves are quite fun and easy to ride perfect for all sorts of surfers. The spot can get crowded sometimes usually on weekends. Watch out for rips, undertows and rocks.

Surf Camps

Popular surf camps on Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica include Surf For Life, Nomad Surfers Surf Camp, Hostel Crocodile Surf Camp, Totem Surf School and Tours and Totem Hotel Beach Resort.

Surf Forecast

For more information on Cocaine Point Surfing, visit:

http://magicseaweed.com/Cocaine-Point-Surf-Report/2466/

http://surfspotsmap.com/spot/central-america/costa-rica/cocaine-point-surf-forecast

http://costaricatraveller.com/activities_in_costa_rica/costa_rica_surfing_location_guide_caribbean_coast.htm

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Surf Spot: Isla Uvita
Break Type: Reef-coral break
Difficulty Level: Experienced surfers
Ride Direction: Left
Best Swell Direction: Southeast, East, Northeast
Tides: All tides

Description

Isla Uvita, also known as Island of Small Grapes, is a secluded isle encircled by reef. It is located about 40 minutes boat ride away from Limon. The deserted island has a reef break with powerful, fast and hollows waves breaking to the left over a sharp and shallow reef bottom. The juicy barreling waves are known to get triple overhead without closing out. Their length range from 50 to 150 meters. The waves can get even bigger when the swells are picked up from Southeast, East and Northeast direction. Windswells are much more common than groundswells and the waves are best ridden when they come from the Northeast. The surf is bigger on the island than on the mainland which is why the reef break has gained popularity among wave riders. Due to the presence of many sharp rocks, the spot is potentially dangerous for beginners. Isla Uvita is only safe for experienced surfers. The island is completely undeveloped with no accommodations or shops. The spot may get crowded on weekends but the surf session is isolated most of the time. There are frequent rip currents, jelly fishes and sharp coral so be careful.

Tourists can also enjoy snorkeling, swimming and scuba diving on the island.

How to Get to Isla Uvita

People can only access Isla Uvita by a boat ride which is about twenty minutes away from Limon’s mainland. The island has no restaurants, hotels or any other facilities so it is better to come prepared. Camping on the sight is not allowed yet many people sometimes do camp out there.

Accommodations

If you wish to visit Isla Uvita, you can lodge in one of the accommodations in Limon. Some of the popular lodging options are Hotel Playa Westfalia, Laguna Lodge Hotel Limon, Hotel Playa Bonita, Cabinas El Oasis, Hotel & Country Club Suerre and Maribu Caribe Hotel.

Surf Camps

Popular surf camps on Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica include Surf For Life, Nomad Surfers Surf Camp, Hostel Crocodile Surf Camp, Totem Surf School and Tours and Totem Hotel Beach Resort.

Surf Forecast

Surf Adventures in Isla Uvita

For more information on Isla Uvita Surfing, visit:

http://magicseaweed.com/Isla-Uvita-Surf-Report/2463/

http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/Isla-Uvita

http://www.wannasurf.com/spot/Central_America/Costa_Rica/Caribbean/uvita_island/comment/index.html

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Surf Spot: Playa Bonita
Break Type: Beach break, reef break
Difficulty Level: Experienced surfers
Ride Direction: Left
Tides: High and mid tides

Description

Playa Bonita is a beautiful beach located north of Limon. It is very popular among the locals who go there to spend weekends. It features a beach break which can get really big before closing out and an exposed reef break with shallow, fast and hollow waves. The waves break to the left. The best time to surf the reef break is at a mid tide while for the beach break, high tide is great. The surf spot is inconsistent and requires a big swell to work. The best wind direction is from the south and southwest hemispheres. Windswells are more common than groundswells. Dry season offers the best surfing condition. The break is often very crowded. Watch out for rip currents, jellyfishes and sharp corals.

Surf Camps

Popular surf camps nearby Limon include Surf For Life, Nomad Surfers Surf Camp, Hostel Crocodile Surf Camp, Totem Surf School and Tours and Totem Hotel Beach Resort.

Accommodations in Playa Bonita

The road that leads from Limon to Playa Bonita features a number of great lodging options. Be it a hostel for backpackers, a villa for couples, a charming bed and breakfast or a cozy hotel for families with kids. Three of the most popular accommodations include Hotel Playa Bonita, Oasys Del Caribe and Hotel Maribu Caribe. Hotel Playa Bonita is a beach front hotel offering views to the vast Caribbean Ocean and its shimmering sand shorelines. The hotel has spacious, whitewashed rooms, plenty of amenities and an oceanfront restaurant that serves delicious and fresh seafood along with other cuisines. Oasys Del Caribe is on the northwestern side of Limon featuring a covey lovely pink bungalows furnished with breezy lace curtains and bamboo furniture. The place has a large pool which is very convenient as the beach is not nearby. Another recommended hotel in Playa Bonita is Hotel Maribu Caribe. It features air conditioned hilltop rooms, thatched roof bungalows, wireless internet service, cable TV, minifridge and immaculately polished gardens. On your surfing vacation to Playa Bonita – surf the waves, live in comfort and luxury and enjoy spectacular beauty of the Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica.

Surf Forecast

Surf Adventures in Playa Bonita

For more information on Playa Bonita Surfing, visit:

http://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/Playa-Bonita
http://magicseaweed.com/Playa-Bonita-Surf-Report/468/
http://www.guiaturistacr.com/2010/04/playa-bonita-limon-costa-rica.html

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There are many surf spots found on the beaches of Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica. The whimsical towns of Costa Rican Caribbean Coast are known for their multiculturalism, bohemian vibes and plenty of sports opportunities. Beaches and other attractions of Puerto Viejo, Limon and Cahuita have become quite famous among surf enthusiasts, sport fishermen, divers and nature lovers. Popular surf breaks found along the Caribbean Coast are:

Surf Spot: Playa BonitaPlaya Bonita

Break Type: Beach break, reef break
Difficulty Level: Experienced surfers
Ride Direction: Left
Tides: High and mid tides

Playa Bonita is a beautiful beach located north of Limon. It is very popular among the locals who go there to spend weekends. It features a beach break which can get really big before closing out and a reef break with shallow, fast and hollow waves. The waves break to the left. The best time to surf the reef break is at a mid tide while for the beach break, high tide is great. The surf spot is inconsistent and requires a big swell to work. Dry season offers the best surfing condition.

Los Tumbos

Surf Spot: Los Tumbos
Break Type: Beach break
Difficulty Level: Experienced surfers
Ride Direction: Right
Tides: All tides

Los Tumbos is a surf break located south of Playa Bonita. It presents fast, hollow and tubular waves that break to the right over a sandy bottom. The waves are world class, fairly consistent and extremely powerful, suitable only for professional surfers. The waves ride up to 300 meters with swells holding up to 10 feet. You will find Los Tumbos mostly crowded with locals and bodyboarders.

Isla Uvita

Surf Spot: Isla Uvita
Break Type: Reef-coral break
Difficulty Level: Experienced surfers
Ride Direction: Left
Best Swell Direction: Southeast, East, Northeast
Tides: All tides

Isla Uvita, translated into Island of Small Grapes, is a secluded island encircled by reef located just 40 minutes boat ride away from Limon. The deserted island has a reef break with powerful, fast and hollows waves breaking to the left over a sharp and shallow reef bottom. The waves are known to get triple overhead without closing out. Their length range from 50 to 150 meters. The waves can get even bigger when the swells are picked up from Southeast, East and Northeast direction. Isla Uvita is only safe for experienced surfers. The island is completely undeveloped and devoid of crowds.

Playa Westfalia

Surf Spot: Playa Westfalia
Break Type: Beach break
Difficulty Level: All surfers
Tides: High tides

Playa Westfalia is found on the southern region of Limon. The beach break is not very popular. The waves tend to close out when the swells get a bit large. The water is very polluted and crocodiles and sharks have been spotted in the area.

Playa Negra

Surf Spot: Playa Negra
Break Type: Beach break
Difficulty Level: All surfers
Ride Direction: Left and right
Best Swell Direction: East, Northeast
Tides: All tides – Rising and falling tides

Playa Negra, also known as the black beach, is found in Cahuita. The waves are regular, rather sloppy and break to the left and right over a sandy bottom. When the break picks up swells from east and northeast, the waves tend to get hollow and break far outside. The best time to surf is at a high tide. The break is great for beginners because the waves gentle and easy to ride. Also, the area is mostly uncrowded. Watch out for sea urchins and sharp reef.

Salsa Brava

Surf Spot: Salsa Brava
Break Type: Reef coral
Difficulty Level: Experienced surfers
Best Swell Direction: East
Ride Direction: Right
Tides: All tides

Salsa Brava is a powerful and heavy reef break boasting a Hawaiian style barrels and juice. The break is only suitable for seasoned and professional surfers.The waves are good to ride throughout the year but the months between December and March offer the biggest surf. It is a right hand reef break featuring fast, hollow and powerful waves that break over a sharp reef bottom. The waves are very consistent and mostly short ranging from 50 to 150 meters. The epic waves team up with big swells from the east and winds from the south creating a strong and heavy Hawaiian style barrel waves. The surf develops in deep water and bursts over a shallow reef with a fast and long right. The swells build up at 5 feet holding up to more than 16 feet. There are many rocks, undertows and rips so watch out for them.

Playa Cocles

Surf Spot: Playa Cocles
Break Type: Beach break
Difficulty Level: Experienced surfers
Best Swell Direction: East
Ride Direction: Right and left
Tides: High tides

Playa Cocles is a pretty beach located a few kilometers away from Puerto Viejo. It features a beach break that peels to right and left over a sandy bottom. The waves are very long riding up to 300 meter and real fun to ride when the tide is high. The break is not very consistent and tends to close out when big surfs get hollow. It is great for intermediate to advanced surfers. There are many rip currents and undertows in the water so watch out.

Playa Manzanillo

Surf Spot: Playa Manzanillo
Break Type: Reef break
Difficulty Level: All surfers
Ride Direction: Right
Tides: High tides

Playa Manzanillo is a major town for snorkelers but it also has good reef breaks for beginners. The waves are world class, consistent and break to the right over a sharp reef bottom.

Surf Camps

Popular surf camps on Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica include Surf For Life, Nomad Surfers Surf Camp, Hostel Crocodile Surf Camp, Totem Surf School and Tours and Totem Hotel Beach Resort.

For more information on Caribbean Coast surfing, visit:

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Limon is a doorway to the Caribbean side of Costa Rica. The hip, bohemian culture of Costa Rica gets even more intense on the Caribbean region. Splashes of brilliant colors and a whimsical culture combine well with the region’s mysterious aura, imaginary hidden treasures and pirates.The capital of the Caribbean coast, Limon features six counties, which include Pococí, Guácimo, Siquirres, Matina, Puerto Limón, and Talamanca. Puerto Limon, founded in 1870, is a capital city of the province of Limon, and also a largest city of the region with a population of 85,000 people. The people are mostly of Afro-Caribbean ancestry. Limon acts as a main port from where cruise ships travel to from Panama Canal. The waterfront city has been hit by many earthquakes rendering it rundown. Still, the city is bustling with colorful outdoor markets, captivating olden architecture, a charming city hall and a number of quaint museums.

Puerto Limon is easily accessible. From San Jose, there is a direct highway that leads to the city’s coast. The journey is about 2.5 hours long if you are traveling by your own car. Limon is situated on a rocky cape which means the town does not have a proper beach, but about 4 km away; Playa Bonita is present which is nice enough for picnics and frolicking in the waves. Although the town is not exactly tourist oriented, the city has a unique appeal.

Surf Adventures in Puerto Limon

The province of Limon is home to many renowned surf breaks in Costa Rica. It features a cluster of white sand beaches, turtle sanctuaries and a sweeping range of coastal jungles. There are no actual surf breaks in the city of Limon itself but there is a number of amazing surf destinations nearby the town.

Salsa Brava

Considered one of the largest breaks in the world, Salsa Brava is located just south to Puerto Limon in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca. The surf point has a dangerous set of fast, tubular waves with shallow reefs. Unfit for beginners and intermediates, Salsa Brava is suitable for only advanced and professional surfers who are looking for an ultimate challenge.

Cocles

Safe, consistent, smooth and clean – the words accurately describe the surf break at Playa Cocles. It is a tiny village in the Caribbean lowland just south to Puerto Viejo. The beach town has a string of sublime beaches with a scenic backdrop of coastal rain forests. The break is ideal for beginners who will have a fun time trying to catch the waves. Manzanillo features a very fast break which only a veteran surfer can safely ride.

Cahuita

Cahuita is a small town located south to Limon. It is a portal Cahuita National Park. Playa Negra, also known as Black Beach, is a superb place to pick up a wave. The beach is not very popular among the people, but it has amazing swells throughout the year. For surf enthusiasts, the beach is a perfect place to escape to.

Other Locations

Westfalia presents both left and right breaks for surfing. Playa Bonita, on the north of Puerto Limon, and Isla Uvita, off the Limon coast, have great swells to ride on.

Where to Stay and Eat in Puerto Limon

There is a large variety of accommodations in Puerto Limon. The hotels are usually affordable and mid range but a handful of luxurious hotels can be found nearby Playa Bontia. Hotel International is a very convenient lodging for vacationers, particularly for backpackers and students. For a more affluent place, Costa Rica Tree House is a nice option for families and couples. Those who are seeking a lavish place to spend their vacation, Hotel Playa Westfalia, Hotel Playa Bonita and Hotel Park are highly recommended. When it comes to restaurants and diners, Limon has quite a number of those. From bakeries and coffee shops to sodas, bars and upscale restaurants, tourists will find plenty of places to have a good meal. Many hotels and lodgings, such as Park Hotel, have their own restaurants and bars.

Surfing in Salsa Brava, Limon

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