THE WAVES   

(From shortboad, to funshape, longboard and SUP...
There are waves here for ALL levels of surfing, and they're all ours!)
 

THE SANDBAR   Located directly in front of the camp, it almost always offers a surfable wave, and when it’s on, it’s pretty sweet! On such days, Steve (owner) says “there are A frame peaks going left and right that will leave your arms feeling like the spaghetti you ate last night, and your jaws will hurt from smiling so much”. We had so much fun at Leftovers on this trip, we never had enough energy to try the sandbar. Next time !

THE POINT   (Sighhhhhhh...) This is where I caught my first barrel. Heavy, heaving, and laden with great barrels, this spot requires commitment and dedication down the line. One small hesitation, and you’ll find yourself standing in thigh-high water on top of large boulders, looking out to sea at giant walls of whitewater rushing towards you, attempting to slam you mercilessly into the steep cliff behind you. Not a break for beginners or those looking for a cushy wave. If there are adrenaline junkies in your group-- this is the wave they’ll want to surf.

EMILY’S   is a short boat ride away from the new camp, and fires non-stop in front of the old camps location. It’s rocky shoreline is rugged, and navigating it is tricky if you’re coming from shore. But, since now you’re arriving by boat, your feet need never touch the shore! This fun point break peels nicely, and while it can’t handle BIG swell like some of the other waves nearby, it can be a fun and consistent way to get your feet wet, literally. Watch out for the shallow spots!

ELIJAH’S   Named after the son of the man who lived further down the beach from the old camp (yep, that’s how remote it is here, you can name a break after your son), and an 8 minute paddle from Emily’s, Elijah’s is a gentle, sandy bottom beach break that empties into a small bay, and doubles as the boat launch for the old camp. Playful and consistent, it’s super fun on a medium tide, and when you get a bunch of friends all surfing it together on all sizes of boards, good times are guaranteed! A great wave and favorite for beginners through intermediates.

SNICKERS   Located a ½ mile down the beach from Elijah’s on the most beautiful stretch of black sand beach (there’s sand dollars on this beach!), Snickers offers a fun and playful beach break, with multiple peaks going both right and left. Gorgeous jungle and a thicket of palm trees lining the shore make it a spectacular view while surfing. 
Because it’s a beach break, it can’t handle big swell, but on waist to a couple feet overhead, and on the right tide (trust your surf guide on this!) it’s PURE MAGIC! We had the most incredible 5 hour session at Snickers ten years ago, and I’ve been chasing that experience ever since at other beach breaks around the world, unfortunately, without success. Like I said, there’s magic in Panama.

EL TORO (The Bull)   A dumpy, punchy, super  fun beach break/reef that offers mostly lefts and the occasional right, and lines up in a small bay, cozily embedded between gigantic rock formations that tower into the heavens. On smaller days, this is a great choice for short, fun rides and playful surf. Get a big swell, and you’re in for a thumping. 

NESTLES   BIG. INTENSE. BARRELS. Need I say more? Located on the smallest of the nearby islands, this is one of two intense waves on this tiny island that are perfect for those seeking elevator-drop-in, heaving barrels that will challenge the best of surfers. Breaking both left and right, all we can say is... Go get ‘em!

LEFTOVERS   A WSSM favorite for sure! This incredible left-hand point break wraps around a small island, and lies just east of P Land. Accessible only by boat (30+ minutes), it’s best surfed on mid-high tide (low tide is scary). Rising up out of deep water, this wave gets your heart pumping whether you’re heading straight for the exit the entire ride, or candidly avoiding the shelf that ALMOST pops up while connecting all three sections correctly. The take-off zone spans quite a distance usually, helping the less-adrenalin fueled surfer to take off on a softer shoulder, further down the line. It’s a big, beautiful and REALLY fun wave! Pack a lunch and extra water, and hit it early before the winds turn on… you’re not going to want to leave this wave.

P  LAND   Located a short 8 minute boat ride from Leftovers, this tantalizing left-hand point break can hold faces over 20’! Best ridden at mid-high tide, it’s powerful and consistent, making it a favorite for those looking to improve their big wave skills and who can handle the occasional beating on the inside. Best for intermediate to advanced surfers.