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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. | 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. | ||
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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. | <!--T:6--> | ||
'''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. | |||
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'''[[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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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. | 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. | ||
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* Respect the power of shore dump waves — they can injure beginners | * Respect the power of shore dump waves — they can injure beginners | ||
* Be aware of rip currents at beach breaks | * Be aware of rip currents at beach breaks | ||
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* At [[Mar Bravo]], the waves can be very powerful; only enter if you are a strong swimmer | * At [[Mar Bravo]], the waves can be very powerful; only enter if you are a strong swimmer | ||
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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]] | ||
* [[Portal:Sports in La Peninsula]] | * [[Portal:Sports in La Peninsula]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 21:19, 2 November 2026
🌊 Bodyboarding
Bodyboarding (also called boogie boarding) is a popular and accessible wave-riding activity on the Santa Elena…
| 🤽 Bodyboarding on the Peninsula | |
|---|---|
| Best Spots | Montañita, Mar Bravo (Salinas), Playa Bruja |
| Wave Type | Beach breaks, shore dumps |
| Best Season | Dec–Apr (larger SW swells) |
| Board Rental | Available in Montañita |
| Skill Level | All levels (spot-dependent) |
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 surf schools rent bodyboards.
Playa de Mar Bravo (Salinas) — A consistent wave that can be powerful; experienced riders only when large.
Did you know…?
🌊 …a colony of sea lions lives all year at La Lobería in Salinas?
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
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