--- title: "Surf" description: "Explore the surf breaks, guides, board rentals and boat trips available around Finca Popoyo." url: "https://fincapopoyo.com/surf" markdownUrl: "https://fincapopoyo.com/surf.md" lastModified: "2026-08-30" --- # Surf Explore the surf breaks, guides, board rentals and boat trips available around Finca Popoyo. ## Surf Eyebrow: Five breaks out front see you in the lineup Primary CTA: [Book a room](https://finca-popoyo-sj.bookinglayer.com/en) Secondary CTA: [Contact us](/contact) ## Introduction > Southern Nicaragua is one of the world's great surf destinations, and Popoyo is its crown jewel. At Finca Popoyo, we have a front row view. Multiple world-class breaks sit right in our front yard, fueled by near year-round offshore winds and swells that rarely disappoint. Whether you're paddling out for the first time or hunting barrels, you'll find your wave here. We offer board rentals, guides, and boat trips. Finca Popoyo has proudly hosted the ISA World Surfing Games, the ALAS Global Tour Central America Popoyo Pro, Nicaraguan National Finals, and the Central American Surf Championship. ## Everything you need for a surf trip There are plenty of waves to explore right on our property, from La Piedrita to Bahía Punta Sardina and everything inbetween. If you want to explore more of the world-class waves that the area has to offer, we can set you up with our english-speaking Surf Guide who will show you the best spots. We also offer Fishing and Surfing trips by boat - catch waves and fish, and our chef can prepare your catch for a special meal when you return. Get in touch with us to learn more and book your next adventure. Board Rentals: Grab a board and paddle out from the property. Surf Guides: Explore more of the world-class waves in the area with an english-speaking Surf Guide. Surf + Fish Trips by Boat: Catch waves and fish, then our chef can prepare your catch for a special meal when you return. CTA: [Contact us](/contact) ## Five breaks out front Popoyo, Outer Reef, La Piedrita, La Lejana and Bahía Punta Sardina sit along Finca’s stretch of Playa Sardina. ## Five waves. One stretch of beach. Popoyo: Popoyo is a picture perfect A-frame. Going left, expect a dynamic carving section perfect for powerful snaps and cutbacks. After making the drop and linking together a few turns, a cheeky inside tube section occasionally makes an appearance. Going right yields a softer ride with slightly less consequence and just as much fun. Popoyo works at any tide and holds huge swell, making it one of the world’s most consistent and reliable waves year-round. Popoyo has been the competition venue for the ISA World Surfing Games, the ALAS Global Tour Central America Popoyo Pro, Nicaraguan National Finals, and the Central American Surf Championship. Outer Reef: Known as Central America's Pipeline, Outer Reef is an extremely hollow and powerful left-hand reef break. Located at the center of Finca Popoyo's beach, it breaks over just 6 feet of water and can reach faces of 25–30 feet on big swells. Not for the faint-hearted, this one is best suited for experienced surfers. La Lejana: Inside the reef sits La Lejana, a clean and forgiving wave that offers long rides and fun conditions across a variety of swell directions. La Piedrita: Tucked on the north end of Finca Popoyo, La Piedrita is a hollow, slabby right-hander that fires up on the right tide, size, and swell direction. When it’s on, it delivers punchy, fast waves with real power. A fun option for surfers looking for something different from Popoyo main-break. Bahía Punta Sardina: The mellow, rolling waves on the south end of Bahía Punta Sardina are the perfect playground for beginners and intermediate surfers. With its forgiving, sloped face and gentle energy, it’s the go-to spot for surf lessons in the area. You might hear it referred to as “Beginner’s Bay”, but we think it’s so much more than that. ## More breaks along the coast Maderas Manzanillo Colorado Santana Popoyo Guasacate Astillero Lances Left