Summary
Salina Cruz is a great surf town located in Oaxaca, on the southern Pacific side of Mexico, about 250km away from Puerto Escondido. Being close to several world-class point breaks, Salina Cruz is slowly becoming a surfer’s top destination and a place you don’t want to miss on a surf trip to Mexico!
Punta Conejo is probably the most famous surf spot around Salina Cruz. This awesome right-hand point break fires on a good southwesterly swell and offers epic rides.
Overall, Salina Cruz is a great destination for surfers of all levels. Whether you are just starting out or are an experienced surfer looking for a new challenge, there is something for everyone in this beautiful part of Mexico.
When to go
The best time to surf Salina Cruz, Mexico is from April to October for consistent waves and sizable swells. However, surfing is totally possible all year long with smaller waves breaking from November to March.
| January-February | March-April | May-June | July-August | September-October | November-December | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suitable for: | All surfers | All surfers | Intermediate Advanced | Intermediate Advanced | All surfers | All surfers |
| Air temperature | 27°C 81°F | 28°C 82°F | 29°C 84°F | 30°C 86°F | 29°C 84°F | 27°C 81°F |
| Water temperature | 26°C 79°F | 27°C 81°F | 29°C 84°F | 29°C 84°F | 28°C 82°F | 28°C 82°F |
| Crowd | Fairly crowded | Few people | Fairly crowded | Fairly crowded | Fairly crowded | Fairly crowded |
| Swell Consistency | 45% | 70% | 85% | 85% | 75% | 40% |
| Swell height | 5 ft | 5 ft | 6 ft | 7 ft | 5 ft | 4 ft |
Surf camps in Salina Cruz
8-day Surf Camp in Playa Brasil, Salina Cruz, Mexico
US$1,300 including:
- Daily surf guides
- Bilingual surf guide/driver
- 7 nights A/C accommodation
- Salina Cruz is known worldwide for its world-class waves
- 3 meals per day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Transportation 4×4
Where to stay in Salina Cruz
Hotel Calli and One Salina Cruz are two great hotels in the area.
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Surf spots in Salina Cruz
Punta Conejo
Wave direction : Right
Bottom : Sand and rocks
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Intermediate and advanced
Optimal swell direction : SSW
Optimal wind direction : N
Punta Chivo
Wave direction : Right
Bottom : Sand and rocks
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Intermediate and advanced
Optimal swell direction : N
Optimal wind direction : SSW