Beginner Surf Spots in Ecuador
2 surf breaks we map are rated for beginner surfers in Ecuador: Chipipe and Salinas Peninsula.
Last updated · Counted from the surf breaks we map — each break's own season, level and wave type
- Beach breaks
- 2
The beginner breaks
Best months are filled in where the break states a season. Open a break for its map, photos and the property nearest the lineup.
- Chipipe
Playa Chipipe
- Wave
- Beach break · Right / Left
- Level
- Beginner to intermediate when conditions permit
- Season
- December–April
- Swell
- N - NW
- Tide
- Mid tide
- Watch out
- Sheltered bay with inconsistent surf • Best for beginners and longboarders • Mid tide preferred • North and northwest swells • Calm morning winds • Busy swimming beach • Recreational watercraft • Public beach access • Limited wave size
- Salinas Peninsula
Salinas
- Wave
- Beach break with sand-bottom peaks; nearby rocky points and reefs offer additional surf options. · Left / Right / Both
- Level
- All Levels
- Season
- Some Surf Year Round
- Swell
- S - SW - W - NW - N
- Tide
- Mid to High Tide
- Watch out
- Military-controlled access in some places, shallow rocky reef, strong currents, protected marine wildlife, and limited facilities.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can beginner surfers surf in Ecuador?
2 surf breaks we map are rated for beginner surfers in Ecuador: Chipipe and Salinas Peninsula.
What kind of waves are the beginner surf spots in Ecuador?
Of the 2 beginner breaks we map in Ecuador, 2 are beach breaks. Sand-bottom beach breaks are the most forgiving place to fall.