Surfing in Panama in 2022
Wondering when and where to go surfing in Panama in 2022? Panama is home to world-class surf breaks and with two seasons (Pacific and Caribbean), you can surf in Panama almost any time of the year.
Want to Surf in Panama? Panama’s Pacific Surf Season starts in April, so it’s a great time to explore the Pacific coast, because you’ll likely find waves. With a variety of beaches for surfing, Panama’s pacific coast offers surf spots for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced surfers.
To find the right wave for you keep reading.
Not sure which wave meets your skill level? Chat with a surf coach on the Pacific Coast and get up-to-date swell reports and information on local surf spots in Panama. A surf coach is a great way for surfers to get to know the area and find out about upcoming swells, not to mention improve their surfing. The beginning of the surf season in Panama is a great time for beginners to get their feet wet. A surf coach can help make the most of your time in the water.
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While Panama is a known surf destination, swells on the Pacific Coast are not as consistent as in other areas of the world. What’s great about this is that there are fewer people surfing. This makes for good vibes in and out of the water. Panama is a beginner’s paradise, locals are friendly so long as you follow some basic rules. And there are a lot of family-friendly surf beaches and intermediate surf breaks to choose from.
When to go surfing in Panama 2022
This year, the Pacific surf season in Panama started a bit late with the rain arriving in the Dry Arc in late April. Most years, the wind begins to die down at the beginning of April, with surfing in much of the Pacific Coast ramping up in mid-April. The swells get more consistent in June & July on the Pacific Beaches and are even more consistent further down the coast in surf towns like Playa Venao and Santa Catalina.
Surfing in Panama, especially the Pacific beach area, typically involves some planning as waves are not as consistent as in other parts of the world. The most consistent and closest wave to Panama City is Chame Banks in Punta Chame, however, this wave tends to get heavy with larger swells.
The most popular surf spots in Panama in 2022 (Pacific Coast Beaches)
Surfing in Punta Chame Panama
Punta Chame is home to one main beach break called Chame Banks, which is a pretty consistent beach break comparatively speaking. Since there are many peaks, the wave holds a crowd. Chame Banks is located in front of the beachfront development of Playa Caracol. Playa Caracol is an hour and a half from Panama City and offers a wide variety of beachfront real estate. Under development in Playa Caracol are several new amenities, beachfront duplexes, and a beachfront hotel.
Beachfront Condo in Playa Caracol, walks onto Chame Banks.
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Another nice feature at Chame Banks is the amenities. Only a few waves on Panama’s Pacific coast have a beach bar, restaurant, showers, and shaded areas. For those who wish to use the facilities and private parking, a day pass can be purchased at the Chame Surf Shack.
Surfing in Coronado Panama
Playa Coronado Panama is home to Playa Serena a right-handed point break inside the gated Coronado community. That being said, the beach is public, so anyone can access the wave. Playa Serena is a great beach for families with shaded areas (from the buildings) in the afternoon. The wave is long and typically smaller than other surf breaks, making it great for kids most days! While the point is rocky, typically the inside area is a sandy bottom. With several sections there are lots of take-off points, giving the wave the capacity to hold a crowd.
Playa Serena typically works when there is a negative tide.
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Surfing in San Carlos Panama
There are several breaks in San Carlos offering options for all levels of surfers from beginners to advanced surfers. The Pacific surf town El Palmar is home to three surf breaks, Hawasito a left-handed point break, The front of El Palmar a beach break, and the Point in El Palmar a right-handed point break. The front of El Palmar is a great beginner wave. There are also amenities around the front of El Palmar, giving it that beach town vibe that’s often sought after as much as the wave itself. Whatsmore is there are several well-established surf schools inside of El Palmar offering surf lessons for all levels, so you can show up and typically get a lesson, of course depending on if there are waves!
Learn to Surf in Panama 2022
If you are looking to learn to surf in Panama, the best place to start is with a lesson. A lesson will not only give you access to information on how to catch a wave but where to find ones you are more likely to feel confident paddling into. Since Panama is a small country, it is easy to visit different spots and connect will the local community to gain information on where to surf. Looking for a surf lesson?
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