Wave Riding in Catalina
Sep 25th, 2008 by admin
Surfing off the coast of Santa Catalina in Panama used to be one of the best kept secrets by the privileged few surfers who knew about it! The premier surfing found in this area has slowly leaked out, and more people are testing out the waters in this beautiful location in Central America.
Santa Catalina offers surfing all throughout the year, with varying wave heights to suit the most experienced surfers. Even though this area is now renowned for its surfing paradise, you will not have to share your waves with many people. The area is still relatively quiet due to its more remote location. Although it may take a little bit longer to get there, if it is surfing that you are after, then the extra travel time will be worth it. The surfing in the area guarantees that it will have been worth all of the effort it took to get there!
The Santa Catalina surf features some of the greatest variety, as well as consistency of any surfing destination in the world. Consistency is at its peak during the months of March and November. During the dry season between the months of December and April, it is possible to hire boats to seek out the perfect waves. The water is clean and clear during this time of the year due to the prevailing northerly winds.
The Casablanca Surf Resort is one of many places that offer boat trips to some of the surrounding islands. The resort was founded and often frequented by the Catalina surf pioneer Ricardo Icaza who used the area as his own private hideaway. The original white house where the pioneer used to watch the surf is still there, featuring a two-storey house with views of the surrounding waters. The site features accommodation, two restaurants, and a bar and is located only minutes away from the famous Panama surf sites. There is a colonial-style house which consists of three bedrooms and a bathroom. This house can be booked for a group of people travelling and enjoying the surf together. The restaurants offer a variety of both national and international cuisine, and fresh seafood is often the daily special. There is a great range of dishes on offer, and visitors will not be disappointed.
The Casablanca Surf Resort in Panama is a great place to stay to enjoy the surfing of Catalina. The resort not only offers daily excursions during the dry season, but also know everything that there is to know about the waves in the area. They will be able to show you some of the best sites around, and ensure that you will enjoy your stay in Panama. The waves are present all throughout the year, and are typically between four and fifteen feet in height. During the months of February and August, the waves can get bigger and surfers can experience a thrill of 25 feet! Surfing off the coast of Santa Catalina is a world-class experience not to be missed!
