Surf Lessons in Manzanillo
Manzanillo is a great place to learn how to surf. The waves here are best for intermediate surfers with some experience, making it ideal for your first time or to improve your skills.
Today's Conditions
Full forecastWaist to chest-high
13s period
7 kph
NNE
29°C
Warm — boardshorts OK
10.0/10
Great day to surf
Surfing at Manzanillo
We don't have instructors listed at Manzanillo yet, but this spot is worth knowing about. It's a solid intermediate spot with waves that will challenge you without being overwhelming.
Best tide
low, mid
Best wind
NE, E
Best swell
S, SW
About surfing in Manzanillo
Manzanillo is a beach break located in Cobano, Costa Rica. The waves here offer a good mix of challenge and fun, perfect if you've already caught a few green waves and want to keep progressing.
Manzanillo is a secluded beach break in the southern Nicoya Peninsula offering uncrowded waves. The beach faces southwest and picks up consistent swell. Best for intermediate surfers looking to escape the crowds of more popular spots.
The water is warm here — boardshorts or a rashguard are usually enough. Most instructors provide the board and everything you need.
Know before you go — Manzanillo
Here's what you should know about surfing at Manzanillo — conditions, timing, and practical stuff.
The waves
Manzanillo is a beach break. You'll find waves with enough shape to practice turns and get longer rides. Not too mellow, not too heavy.
When to go
Manzanillo has surfable waves most of the year. Check the forecast to pick the best day for your visit. Right now the water is warm at 29°C.
Ready to try Manzanillo?
Whether you're a complete beginner or want to improve your technique, a local instructor makes all the difference.
Looking for surf lessons in Manzanillo, Cobano, Costa Rica? Surfer Worldwide helps you find local instructors who know this spot inside out. Cobano is a popular surf destination with consistent waves and a welcoming surf community. Check live conditions, compare instructors, and discover what to do in the area.
¿Buscas clases de surf en Manzanillo, Cobano, Costa Rica? En Surfer Worldwide puedes encontrar instructores locales certificados que conocen este spot mejor que nadie. Cobano es un destino popular para surfear con olas consistentes y una comunidad de surfistas acogedora. Consulta las condiciones en vivo, compara instructores y descubre qué hacer en la zona.