Montañita Surf Spot, Ecuador
Ecuador
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Quick answer
Where is Montañita?
Montañita is a right-hand point break in Ecuador. Best season: December to April (north swells). Level: Intermediate. GPS: -1.8290, -80.7560.
| Location | Ecuador |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | -1.8290, -80.7560 |
| Wave type | Point break |
| Direction | Right-hand |
| Wave quality | High quality |
| Best season | December to April (north swells) |
| Tide | All tides; best on a pushing tide |
| Consistency | Consistent through the season |
| Skill level | Intermediate |
| Crowds | Moderate; can get busy in peak season |
About This Break
Ecuador's surf-town hub — a fun right-hand point and beach peaks that break year-round beside a buzzing beach village. Montañita is an intermediate-level right-hand point break in Ecuador, delivering high quality waves for improving surfers ready to progress. It is most consistent from December to April (north swells). All tides; best on a pushing tide. Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully. Dreaming of waking up to Montañita? International Surf Properties lists homes, villas and land for sale near Ecuador — own your spot beside the wave.
Local Knowledge
Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully.
Montañita: Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Montañita?
Montañita is a right-hand point break in Ecuador. Its GPS coordinates are -1.8290, -80.7560.
When is the best time to surf Montañita?
The best season to surf Montañita is December to April (north swells). Tide: all tides; best on a pushing tide. Consistency: consistent through the season.
Is Montañita good for beginners?
Not really. Montañita is rated Intermediate, so it suits surfers who can already paddle out, read the lineup and take off on their own; beginners should start somewhere gentler. Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully.
