Does the Caribbean get surf?

It may not come as a surprise that there are some incredible places to go surfing in the Caribbean. After all, the region is known for its tropical temperatures, sandy beaches, and warm, clear water. On many islands, it's easy to get on a board, even if you only have a few hours to spare.



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Puerto Rico is known as the surf capital of the Caribbean, with the North-West coast boasting the best waves on the island! Driven by trade winds year around, PR is blessed with great surfing & windsurfing conditions throughout the entire year.

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However, some of the beaches in the region are very choppy, with powerful currents and perfect waves for surfers. Panama, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica and Aruba.

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Barbados is a small island in the southeastern Caribbean. It is near islands like Saint Lucia and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Barbados, a limestone island, is without a doubt the best island for surfing in the Caribbean.

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Huntington Beach officially adopted the Surf City USA nickname in 1991.

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Huntington Beach officially adopted the Surf City USA nickname in 1991.

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Surfing is one of the best things to do in the Caribbean, and Bathsheba Beach is perfect for experienced surfers, or at least surfers who don't mind learning on big waves. There are a few dozen surf breaks here, the most famous of which is called the Soup Bowl.

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Costa Rica is one of the safest countries in the region, and southern ocean swells bless their beaches with consistent waves groomed by morning offshore winds each day. Playa Nosara is a popular spot for yoga enthusiasts, and also home to some of the best surf schools on the planet.

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