Monterrico Surf Spot
Guatemala
Where is Monterrico?
Monterrico is an A-frame beach break in Guatemala. Best season: April to October (south swells). Level: Intermediate. GPS: 13.8940, -90.4800.
About This Break
A punchy black-sand beach break inside a turtle reserve, an easy trip from Guatemala City and Antigua. Monterrico is an intermediate-level A-frame beach break in Guatemala, delivering high quality waves for improving surfers ready to progress. It is most consistent from April to October (south swells). All tides; sandbar-dependent. A steep shorebreak with strong rips — not a beach for learners on bigger days. Make Monterrico your home break: discover surf properties for sale near Guatemala with International Surf Properties.
Spot Characteristics
Local Knowledge
Moderate; can get busy in peak season
A steep shorebreak with strong rips — not a beach for learners on bigger days.
