The Pacific Coast of the Rivas Province in Nicaragua is very rich in surf. Ranging from hollow beach breaks to incredible point breaks, surfers of all ability levels are sure to find something to their liking. In addition, the prevailing winds blow offshore nearly every day of the year, grooming the powerful surf into clean, hollow lines.

Andy Irons, Corey Lopez, JJ Yemma, Mike Parsons, Jason Hatch and Fred Pattachia in front of the Popoyo Surf Lodge June 2008.

For the last ten years, Popoyo Surf Lodge has hosted some of the best pros in the world. From Andy Irons and Corey Lopez to C.J. and Damien Hobgood, the best of the best choose Popoyo Surf Lodge when they visit Nicaragua

The barrel of your life is waiting!

There are more than 12 world class surf breaks within a 40 minute boat ride from our facility. Due to the prevailing offshores, the surf often stays clean all day long. You won't find this in other parts of Central America or many other parts of the world.

The peak season for big swell is normally April to September. However, March and November have very consistent head high to overhead swell with clean surf conditions. The offshores are typically strongest during March & April, so you might want to consider bringing a wetsuit top.

If your surfing travel plans have you considering Central America (Panama, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Mexico...) You may want to stop and consider coming here instead. Many of the destinations in these areas have seen an increase in the crowd factor in recent years.

Its getting harder and harder at the more consistent destinations just to catch a few waves and beat the crowds, something you were hoping to leave at home. However surfing is growing in record numbers and those who venture into newer territories will reap the rewards of uncrowded, perfect surf.

What to Bring:

• Sunscreen
• Rash Guards
• Spring Suits or Wetsuit tops (Dec-April)
• Wax & Ding Repair Kit
• 2 or more Leashes & a few boards. ( Occasionally, its nice to have a bigger board that works double over head conditions. )

The locals here are just learning to surf and are gracious to recieve anything you can leave behind. Be generous and the kindness can go a long way towards making new friends.

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