Ask a seasoned Central America surf traveler when to book a trip to Nicaragua, and a surprising number of them will point straight to September. It doesn’t get the marketing push that the dry-season months do, but for surfers who know what they’re doing, September is when Popoyo quietly turns into one of the most […]
In 1999, I was 23 years old and I left Florida for Nicaragua. We loaded up our 1989 Toyota pickup and drove the entire way through Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, arriving thirteen days later. By the time we crossed into Nicaragua, it felt like coming home. We had a plan: open a […]
Popoyo has a reputation. Ask any surfer who has traveled where the swell is consistent, the locals are friendly, and the breaks range from forgiving to downright ferocious, and Nicaragua’s Emerald coast comes up fast. But a legendary break is only half the story — where you rest, refuel, and recover between sessions matters just […]
Surf Lessons in Nicaragua: Why Popoyo Surf Lodge Only Teaches December Through March At Popoyo Surf Lodge, we offer our Beginner Surf Package exclusively from December through March — and we get asked about this all the time. The short answer? It’s 100% about you, the client. Nicaragua is home to some of the best […]
The Best Time of Year to Surf in Nicaragua By Popoyo Surf Lodge | popoyosurflodge.com One of the most common questions we get at Popoyo Surf Lodge is: “When is the best time to surf in Nicaragua?” We’ve been surfing these waters since 1999, so here’s the honest, straight-from-the-source answer. Nicaragua Surf Season — The […]
What to Expect at a Nicaragua Surf Camp By Popoyo Surf Lodge | popoyosurflodge.com So you’ve decided to book a surf trip to Nicaragua. Smart move. Nicaragua has quietly become one of the best surf destinations in Central America — consistent waves, warm water, uncrowded breaks, and a raw, authentic energy that’s hard to find […]