View Full Version : Best Surfing Spots in Luzon
wanderlust
05-03-2009, 05:13 AM
Zambales is really good for beginners because it has beach breaks. One good place is Crystal Beach break. Nice locals and great waves.
Surfing sounds fun. How much do surf boards cost for rent btw? I really wanna try it sometime plus, Zambales is pretty accessible compared to other farther surfing spots.
wanderlust
05-03-2009, 01:01 PM
In Zambales, they pretty much rent out boards for 200/hr. instuctors are also available for 200/hr. In Crystal Beach, they have a fixed price of 400/4 hours and 800/8 hours. :) Try it!! It's so much fun!
wanderlust
05-03-2009, 01:12 PM
Some Zambales pictures. This is in San Felipe, Zambales. Not too big waves. Great for beginners. :)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v485/desconlu/IMG_1933.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v485/desconlu/IMG_1951.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v485/desconlu/IMG_1979.jpg
megan21
05-03-2009, 02:45 PM
What's the difference between skim board and surf board? I think skim board is smaller, right?
Is surfing hard to learn? It looks really fun, and I really want to try it. However, you don't get a lot of good waves in all beaches. What can you suggest?
By the way, is that you riding the waves wanderlust? :)
SARAWI
05-03-2009, 10:39 PM
I'm in Cali right now & I can't stand a minute in the beach coz it's too cold for me. That must be fun.
In Zambales, they pretty much rent out boards for 200/hr. instuctors are also available for 200/hr. In Crystal Beach, they have a fixed price of 400/4 hours and 800/8 hours. :) Try it!! It's so much fun!
those are pretty reasonable prices I think.Worth the fun anyway :D Oh I'm definitely gonna try surfing someday :)
SARAWI
05-03-2009, 11:09 PM
Do they have contests or something?
filz_33
05-04-2009, 12:52 AM
The best surfing spot in luzon is Siargao.. yahoo!!:cool:
It's definitely a surfing paradise!
megan21
05-04-2009, 04:51 AM
Siargao is in Surigao, Mindanao, right? Not in Luzon..correct me if I'm wrong. I agree that Siargao is truly the surfer's paradise here in the Philippines. :)
Kelly
05-04-2009, 02:36 PM
Yes you're right, it's in Surigao del Norte, Mindanao :)
wanderlust
05-04-2009, 03:20 PM
What's the difference between skim board and surf board? I think skim board is smaller, right?
Is surfing hard to learn? It looks really fun, and I really want to try it. However, you don't get a lot of good waves in all beaches. What can you suggest?
By the way, is that you riding the waves wanderlust? :)
Hahaha nope it's not me. I'm a girl, Megan. :) My pictures were lame. Baby waves barely three feet high. haha! So I dare not post them! Skimboard I think you just do that on the shore. You'd get a lot of wipe outs before you can stand on the surf board but it's so thrilling! We're going to Baler, Aurora next! :)
wanderlust
05-04-2009, 03:21 PM
Do they have contests or something?
Yes there are several surfing competitions. These competitions are usually held in Siargao. I would love to go to Siargao but but they have reef breaks. Not good for beginners like me. Maybe when I become a pro. hehehe
wanderlust
05-04-2009, 03:22 PM
those are pretty reasonable prices I think.Worth the fun anyway :D Oh I'm definitely gonna try surfing someday :)
Do try it!! We're gonna wait for your pictures!!! :)
wanderlust
05-04-2009, 03:23 PM
Siargao is in Surigao, Mindanao, right? Not in Luzon..correct me if I'm wrong. I agree that Siargao is truly the surfer's paradise here in the Philippines. :)
Yes, Siargao is in Mindanao. :) The best in Luzon I think is in Baler, Aurora. :) We're going there in July!!! Whoopee!
filz_33
05-04-2009, 11:23 PM
aw shucks! i'm sorry for the wrong information guys.. siargao is in mandanao and not in luzon!:o hehe
but if you want to catch some good waves well that's the place for you.
Do try it!! We're gonna wait for your pictures!!! :)
Oh no..I'm gonna tell my tale but..lol no pictures. too embarassing :D
wanderlust
05-05-2009, 02:17 PM
Hahaha wipe outs are fun if you get minimal bruises and cuts. I had like ten wipe outs before I was able to stand on my board... then wipe out again! lol
Hahaha wipe outs are fun if you get minimal bruises and cuts. I had like ten wipe outs before I was able to stand on my board... then wipe out again! lol
lol sounds good:p I'm not trusting my balance on a board. Never :o
wanderlust
05-06-2009, 05:39 AM
The longboard is the best for newbies. Helps one balance more steadily.
stella
05-06-2009, 07:16 AM
Do they teach beginners there? Like someone who has totally know idea how to surf?
wanderlust
05-06-2009, 12:57 PM
Of course! I had totally no idea on how to surf. Plus, I'm not eveb athletic. Don't worry, the instructors are very patient when it comes to newbies. :)
Hisbenz
05-16-2009, 12:55 PM
Well in luzon, i tried in zambales and in La union. I heard there is a surfing spot in ilocso norte as well. I also tried surfing in Sabang Beach in Palawan. Im also a newbie and it;s cool to learn some techniques in surfing. Cool place
jbrayos
05-18-2009, 09:29 AM
I think La Union have many surfing spots.
wanderlust
05-18-2009, 12:32 PM
It is a beach break in Sabang?
wanderlust
05-18-2009, 12:32 PM
It is a beach break in Sabang?
yup! you're right. mostly in San Juan, La Union.
Hisbenz
03-10-2010, 11:09 AM
SUrfing is actually my latest addiction. Ive already tried Zambales, La Union and just recently in Baler, Aurora. I would recommend Aurora, and its worth the long drive
Adamson Beecham
03-31-2010, 08:58 AM
Zambales is really good for beginners because it has beach breaks. One good place is Crystal Beach break. Nice locals and great waves.
Philippines great surfing destination and has got various beautiful places that are awesome to visit, surfing in the Philippines is a great fun the most popular surfing spots of Philippines as follows:
1. Badoc Island, Ilocos Norte Province.
North west coast of Luzon.
2. Baler, Aurora Province.
East coast of Luzon
3. Catanduanes.
Island province off east coast of Luzon.
4. Daet, Camarines Norte Province.
East coast of Luzon
5. La Union Province.
West coast of Luzon.
6. Samar.
The east coast of Samar Island
7. Siargao Island.
North east of Mindanao
8. Vigan, Ilocos Sur Province.
West coast of Northern Luzon.
9. Zambales Province.
West coast of Luzon.
In these surfing destinations you can get along with all the professional and amateur surfers who can guide you and you can take the pleasure of surfing with the proper guidelines and tips from professionals as well.
siargaophilippines.com
12-22-2010, 06:34 AM
Yes there are many nice places around luzon that are more close but they dont have the consistent waves as Siargao have. THe famous cloud 9 break is just one out of 20+ breaks you find around the island. The accommodation and food is also much cheaper here then on many places on Luzon. Now cebupacific does two flights a week from cebu so even if you are in manila you can go over the weekend and it will only take you 3h to get there with connection.
For more info check out www.siargaophilippines.com
Rob