Morro Negrito Rocks! I just want to say I had a week long stay there in
early December and thought it was amazing. We did not hit a major swell but
there were plenty of waves at a variety of locations. The guides were
great, staff super friendly and the accomadations better than I expected.
I noticed a few postings about the food not being so good and all I can say
is that it was really good and plentiful.
I will be back for sure.
Adam
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MORRO NEGRITO surf camp & lodge accommodation
In the Gulf of Chiriqui, on the Pacific Coast and near the Costa Rica border, Morro Negrito is formed by two islands: The Big island and the Small island. There are no car nor road on the islands, home to only 80 inhabitants. The Surfcamp is located on Big Island, where you will find a sandy beach and smaller fun breaks, while Small island is a prime surf destination with at least ten well established breaks.
There are no more than twenty surfers at a time, so the dozen breaks on the islands are never crowded. Accommodation is formed by bamboo huts and in the evening, surfers gather in the open-air dining area for meals and to watch the day's surf videos. Diving, world class fishing, exploring the island on horseback or just relaxing in a hammock are other favourite occupation at Morro Negrito, which has a variety of wild life including monkeys, deer and many types of birds.
The Camp
Accommodation is formed by bamboo huts on the side of a hill overlooking the Pacific. Water is supplied by a fresh water spring with a 50 foot waterfall on a hilltop that has been piped down for drinking and showering. Electricity is supplied by solar energy and a generator. In the evening, surfers gather in the open-air dining area for meals and to watch the day's surf videos.
Facilities:
Bungalows sleeping two
Common shower facilities
Main house with dining area
Tterrace and lounge with TV/Video.
World class fishing, diving, hiking and horseback riding.
The Surf
Surf School & Surfaris
Daily surf lessons for beginners and boat trips to surf spots for more experienced surfers. The head coach is Jeff Healion, who worked previously at Jaco Beach, Costa Rica. Daily guided tours by boat (surfaris) for experienced surfers.
Surf Spots
The Big island has a sandy beach and small fun breaks. The Small island is a thirty minute boat ride away. This is the island with the largest waves. On the north side there are lefts and on the south side there are right breaking waves. The most famous spots are "Nestles", a right and left-hand cloud break that can handle 20-foot plus swells, and "P-Land", a barrelling left that breaks over a huge submerged table top reef.
Tropical climate, no wetsuits necessary! Two seasons: Dry season from December through April, with warm winds blowing offshore. Waves are smaller but the wind offshore. Wet season from April to November. More consistent swell, more showers and wind onshore.
The Packages
SURFCAMPS & SURFARIS
Including:
Pickup & return trip to Panama City Airport (PTY)
Transfer from/to Panama City and Morro Negrito (Midnight Bus)
7 Night accommodation at Morro Negrito Surf Camp
Full board (3 meals)
Daily boat trips to surf spots or fishing
Daily surf lessons for beginners (not included in package)
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1 Week
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2nd Week
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Extra Day
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| Surfcamps/Surfaris |
700 USD
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600 USD
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85 EUR
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| Surfboard Rentals (per day) |
15-25 USD
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| Surf Lessons (per hour) |
30 USD
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Surfboards are not included
Wide range of boards available for rent
Warning: Continental Airlines does no accept surfboards !
All quoted rates are per person
Arrival on Saturday at Panama City. Any other another day will involve an extra cost of 85 USD/person
Considering the hassle of transfers to Morro Negrito, we recommend a 2 week stay to make the most of your trip
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The Location
In the Gulf of Chiriqui, on the Pacific Coast and near the Costa Rica border, Morro Negrito is formed by two islands: The Big island and the Small island. There are no car nor road on the islands, home to only 80 inhabitants.
Climate
Tropical, with two seasons: Dry season from December through April and wet season from April to November.
The Trip
Morro Negrito (Chiriqui)
Golfo de Chiriqui (Pacific Coast)
Panama City Airport (PTY)
Major US and European airlines.
Warning: Continental Airlines and other companies will not check in surfboards !
Transfers Panama Airport > Morro Negrito > Panama Airport organized by the surfcamp
Arrival at Panama Airport (PTY) on Saturday. (Surfers arriving before, will only be picked up on Saturday). You will be met at the airport and taken to the Bus station where you will catch a bus to Guabala. 5 hours later you will be picked up and taken to the harbour to comence your short journey by boat to Morro Negrito Island.
Departure on Friday afternoon back to Panama City.
Any other another day of arrival or departure will involve an extra cost of 85 USD/person
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adam mentzell
06 Jan 2009, 21:10
06 Jan 2009, 21:10
Phil
04 Oct 2008, 07:26
04 Oct 2008, 07:26
Hi,
I have to tell you I was a bit apprehensive and skeptical coming to Panama for good surf, but I'm so glad I did because this place ROCKS!
This place is so beautiful, and the place I'm staying is something else. This guy Steve built a very well-designed eco-friendly surf camp on an island (population: 50) that has a variety pack of fun waves, with a nearby offshore island (population: 3) that has bombing reef breaks. These offshore breaks are heavy-duty, deepwater reefs with some areas of dry-reef that need to be carefully negotiated. The co-ed staff are all surfers and everyone is having the time of their lives out here. The vibe is so cool, and everyone is surfed out and in a good mood all day.
Cheers,
Phil.
I have to tell you I was a bit apprehensive and skeptical coming to Panama for good surf, but I'm so glad I did because this place ROCKS!
This place is so beautiful, and the place I'm staying is something else. This guy Steve built a very well-designed eco-friendly surf camp on an island (population: 50) that has a variety pack of fun waves, with a nearby offshore island (population: 3) that has bombing reef breaks. These offshore breaks are heavy-duty, deepwater reefs with some areas of dry-reef that need to be carefully negotiated. The co-ed staff are all surfers and everyone is having the time of their lives out here. The vibe is so cool, and everyone is surfed out and in a good mood all day.
Cheers,
Phil.
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