The surf’s been up in Los Cabos since 1967 when longboard champion Steve Bigler visited Southern Baja and today both novices and experts can enjoy world class waves within easy reach of both San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. Premier level surfing is available through all the seasons in Los Cabos, with the Pacific spots taking the lead in the winter and the Sea of Cortez showing best in the summer.
Dramatic desert scenery and azul-hued waters create a picture perfect surfing scenario, and Costa Mar Villas can connect you to the best waves for whenever you visit us. Ideally situated where the cool Pacific waters meet the warmer Sea of Cortez, roughly two dozen popular surfing spots are found within ninety minutes of Los Cabos. Never surfed before? No problem! Our knowledgeable concierge team will match you with the perfect instructor for private surfing lessons to get you started.
There are three main areas for surfers to know in Los Cabos:
1. The easiest and most frequented area is the Costa Azul, just west of San Jose del Cabo on the peninsula's tip. Costa Azul’s shoreline faces southeast and features a number of rocky offshore deep water reef breaks. Best surfed in the summer months, Costa Azul features popular spots such as Zippers- where many competitions are held, the Rock- quick and balanced wave action, and Acupulquito (Old Man’s)- beloved for long, smooth waves.
2. Winter action is found along the Pacific coast in Todos Santos, roughly 45 minutes northwest of Cabo San Lucas, where the water is several degrees cooler and classic sandy bottom beach breaks are common. Popular Pacific spots include a relaxed vibe and reliable waves at Cerritos, long, fast, and strong breaks at San Pedrito (also known as Pescadero), and pleasantly uncrowded La Pastora.
3. For those wanting to venture a bit off the beaten path- sometimes requiring a 4WD to navigate dirt roads!- check out the East Cape, lying 30-60 minutes east of San Jose del Cabo. This less frequented and south facing surfing area shines in the summer and features long riding waves at Nine Palms and fast breaks at Shipwrecks.
Regardless of the season or your ability level, the perfect waves await in you in Los Cabos.