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	'''[[Mar Bravo]] (Salinas)''' — The rougher waves on the north side of the Salinas peninsula create excellent bodyboarding shore dumps. Mar Bravo is famous for its powerful, close-shore breaking waves — great for experienced bodyboarders, though the strong shore break deserves respect.		'''[[Mar Bravo]] (Salinas)''' — The rougher waves on the north side of the Salinas peninsula create excellent bodyboarding shore dumps. Mar Bravo is famous for its powerful, close-shore breaking waves — great for experienced bodyboarders, though the strong shore break deserves respect.

	'''Montañita''' — The main beach outside the primary surf break zone has wave conditions suitable for bodyboarding, particularly in front of the village. Some [[Surfing Lessons\|surf schools]] rent bodyboards.		'''Montañita''' — The main beach outside the primary surf break zone has wave conditions suitable for bodyboarding, particularly in front of the village. Some [[Surfing Lessons (Ruta del Spondylus)\|surf schools]] rent bodyboards.

	'''[[Playa de Mar Bravo (Salinas)]]''' — A consistent wave that can be powerful; experienced riders only when large.		'''[[Playa de Mar Bravo (Salinas)]]''' — A consistent wave that can be powerful; experienced riders only when large.
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	== See Also ==		== See Also ==
	* [[Surfing]]		* [[Surfing (Ruta del Spondylus)\|Surfing]]
	* [[Surfing Lessons]]		* [[Surfing Lessons (Ruta del Spondylus)\|Surfing Lessons]]
	* [[Swimming]]		* [[Swimming (Ruta del Spondylus)\|Swimming]]
	* [[Mar Bravo]]		* [[Mar Bravo]]
	* [[Montañita]]		* [[Montañita]]

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| title = 🤽 Bodyboarding on the Peninsula
| label1 = Best Spots
| data1 = Montañita, Mar Bravo (Salinas), Playa Bruja
| label2 = Wave Type
| data2 = Beach breaks, shore dumps
| label3 = Best Season
| data3 = Dec–Apr (larger SW swells)
| label4 = Board Rental
| data4 = Available in Montañita
| label5 = Skill Level
| data5 = All levels (spot-dependent)
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Bodyboarding (also called boogie boarding) is a popular and accessible wave-riding activity on the Santa Elena Peninsula. Riders lie prone on a short foam board and ride breaking waves. It requires less skill than surfing to get started, making it popular with visitors and children.

== Best Spots ==

'''[[Mar Bravo]] (Salinas)''' — The rougher waves on the north side of the Salinas peninsula create excellent bodyboarding shore dumps. Mar Bravo is famous for its powerful, close-shore breaking waves — great for experienced bodyboarders, though the strong shore break deserves respect.

'''Montañita''' — The main beach outside the primary surf break zone has wave conditions suitable for bodyboarding, particularly in front of the village. Some [[Surfing Lessons|surf schools]] rent bodyboards.

'''[[Playa de Mar Bravo (Salinas)]]''' — A consistent wave that can be powerful; experienced riders only when large.

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== Equipment ==

Bodyboards can be rented from surf shops in Montañita for approximately $5–$10 per hour. Fins are optional but recommended for maneuvering in shore dumps. Board shorts or a rash guard are advisable to protect skin.

== Safety ==

* Respect the power of shore dump waves — they can injure beginners
* Be aware of rip currents at beach breaks
* Don't bodyboard near swimmers
* At [[Mar Bravo]], the waves can be very powerful; only enter if you are a strong swimmer

== See Also ==
* [[Surfing]]
* [[Surfing Lessons]]
* [[Swimming]]
* [[Mar Bravo]]
* [[Montañita]]
* [[Portal:Sports in La Peninsula]]

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