Ixtapa Island Surf Spot, Mexico
Isla Ixtapa, Ixtapa, Zihuatanejo de Azueta, Guerrero, Mexico
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Where is Ixtapa Island?
Ixtapa Island is a right-hand reef / rock break near Zihuatanejo in Mexico. Best season: May–September. Level: Intermediate to Advanced. GPS: 17.6500, -101.6300.
| Location | Zihuatanejo, Mexico |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 17.6500, -101.6300 |
| Wave type | Reef / Rock Break |
| Direction | Right |
| Wave quality | Good |
| Best season | May–September |
| Best swell | South |
| Tide | All tides, conditions permitting |
| Consistency | Inconsistent / Occasional |
| Skill level | Intermediate to Advanced |
| Crowds | Sometimes crowded |
| Property nearby | 2 for sale within 15 km, from $510,000 |
About This Break
Just offshore from Ixtapa, Guerrero, Ixtapa Island (Isla Ixtapa) is home to an occasionally breaking right-hand reef wave that comes alive when southern swells reach Mexico's Pacific coastline. Surrounded by tropical scenery, rocky headlands, and clear blue water, this lesser-known surf spot offers an adventurous alternative to the region's more established breaks.
Unlike the consistent beachbreaks and pointbreaks around Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo, Ixtapa Island requires the right combination of swell direction, size, and wind to produce quality waves. When conditions align, the exposed reef can deliver clean right-hand rides in a remarkable island setting.
The break is best suited to experienced surfers comfortable navigating rocky reef environments, changing ocean conditions, and limited access.
Local Knowledge
Rocks, sea urchins, marine life, changing currents
Ixtapa Island: Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ixtapa Island?
Ixtapa Island is a right-hand reef / rock break near Zihuatanejo in Mexico. Its GPS coordinates are 17.6500, -101.6300.
When is the best time to surf Ixtapa Island?
The best season to surf Ixtapa Island is May–September. It works best on south swell. Tide: all tides, conditions permitting. Consistency: inconsistent / Occasional.
Is Ixtapa Island good for beginners?
Not really. Ixtapa Island is rated Intermediate to Advanced, so it suits surfers who can already paddle out, read the lineup and take off on their own; beginners should start somewhere gentler. Rocks, sea urchins, marine life, changing currents.
Can you buy property near Ixtapa Island?
Yes. There are 2 properties for sale within 15 km of Ixtapa Island on International Surf Properties, priced from $510,000. Each listing shows its distance to the break, and you contact the owner or listing agent directly.
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