Manzanillo surf forecast

Manzanillo (Talamanca) · Limon · Costa Rica

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Beach and reef peaks at the end of the road south of Puerto Viejo, at the edge of the wildlife refuge; mellow most days, with a better right over reef on bigger swells.

Break

beach break, lefts and rights; faces NNW

Level

intermediate

Best swell

NE, E

Best wind

S, SW (offshore)

Best tide

all tides

Season

December-March, plus a shorter July-August window

Typical size

1-2 m

Crowd

low

Hazards

reef; urchins; currents

Nearby spots

• Punta Uva, Punta Uva
• Playa Cocles, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
• Salsa Brava, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
• Playa Negra (Cahuita), Cahuita
• Isla Uvita, Puerto Limon
• Playa Bonita, Puerto Limon

Questions

Is Manzanillo good for beginners?

It is best for intermediate surfers (reef; urchins).

What swell, wind and tide work best at Manzanillo?

NE, E swell, S, SW wind (offshore), at all tides. Typical size 1-2 m.

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