Playa Maderas is one of the best, local surf spots in Nicaragua that offers a year-round, pumping beach break for beginners and advanced surfers alike. Playa Maderas Surf is known for some amazing left and right breaks, in spots that local surfers will bring you to. Strap your board on the shuttle and catch the sunrise out on the waves. The surfing community is welcoming and has a host of surf trips that even solo adventurers can sign up for, maybe even make some life long friends. Since the coast is set amidst the backdrop of forestry teeming with life, a hoard of other, equally exciting activities is available to jump on, like zipline San Juan del Sur, hiking, trekking, and more. Beach life couldn’t be more exciting. Far away from the lights and noise of the city, the Emerald Coast offers the serene tranquility of a supremely grounded sense of being. Local yogis offer classes to re-center and recharge. Schedule a relaxing massage and breathe in the smell of exotic oils as they seep deep into your skin to nurture and rejuvenate tired and sore muscles and spirits. If you’re feeling like an adventurer, take the Marsella boat trip. Maybe you’ll get lucky and catch a fish or two that locals can cook for dinner. Take those Insta-worthy photos and revel in the salty sea air and the warm rays of the sun.
Features
This charming town is known for its year-round surfing, and white sand beaches. If you’re up to surf, hike, fish, or just laze around, Casa Maderas Selina is the spot for you. Imagine walking into a creatively situated set of cogons and villas that meet every traveller’s budget. Picture hammocks and sunsets against the backdrop of lulling waves-- Casa Maderas staff is friendly and eager to make sure you have everything you need. You can book a surf trip, trek or get a massage. Casa Maderas offers yoga classes too. Every room and coworking space is light and airy, with unique art and designs to keep you uplifted and kitschy, comfortable furniture throughout the grounds that you can use your entire stay. Amenities include a yoga deck, a pool, workstations, and a restaurant that serves food all day. Bring your work with you or choose to leave the tension and stress of the city behind. The option to work or play is yours no matter how long you choose to stay. Out of all the Playa Maderas, Nicaragua, places to stay, the best is Selina Maderas.
Selina Surf Club offers a comprehensive set of packages adapted to your needs with the sole aim of offering the perfect surfing holidays in Central America. We believe we are part of the experience and therefore we want it to be memorable. You will find a different concept here. We are known for being the most authentic, we continue keeping the real Surf spirit and sharing with you the unique Nicaragua - Maderas experience.
Deluxe Room, Queen Bed - 2 Persons
The next level of comfort for someone who needs a break after the day’s adventures. These large rooms come with a private bathroom, king or queen-sized bed, sofas and chairs, and – depending on the location – a private balcony to enjoy scenic views. The deluxe room is equipped with your comfort as the top priority.
Amenities: Conditioned Air, Wi-Fi, Private bathroom, Towels, Household linen, Desk
Private Room, shared bathroom - 2 Persons
Get the full Selina experience, plus a little extra privacy. A private room and shared bathroom is the perfect option for someone who likes their quiet time and also needs to stick to a budget. Enjoy a comfortable bed and a shared shower. The perfect option for someone who wants the community experience, and also a space to chill at the end of the day.
Amenities: Conditioned Air, Wi-Fi, Towels, Electricity, Household linen
Standard Room, Queen Bed - 2 Persons
Treat yourself to the full Selina experience and room upgrade, all without breaking the bank. A standard room is the perfect option for someone who likes their privacy and also needs to stick to a budget. Enjoy a comfortable bed and a private shower. The perfect option for someone who wants to be a part of the community, but also needs a little space to chill.
Amenities: Conditioned Air, Wi-Fi, Private bathroom, Towels, Household linen
Tepee Tent - 2 Persons
Connect with nature while sleeping in style. Teepees come with beds (sizes vary) and all the basic essentials (outlets, mosquito net, hot water, free toiletries, a fan, linens, lockers etc.). Roll out of bed and greet the day in our beautifully-designed, cozy spaces complete with a sitting area. Many locations include fire pits, animal sightings, and falling asleep to the sound of the waves.
Amenities: Wi-Fi, Household linen
Unique Room, King Bed - 2 Persons
Selina’s most luxurious offer! Our unique rooms are designed for those looking to indulge while traveling. Depending on the location, you’ll be waking up to ocean views and soothing waves or the rainforest canopy surrounded by monkeys and sloths. All unique rooms have a private bathroom as well as a balcony, garden, or pool (depending on the location).
Amenities: Conditioned Air, Wi-Fi, Private bathroom, Towels, Household linen, Desk
4 Beds Dormitory Room
The classic Selina option! Bunk up with your new friends without sacrificing comfort – or privacy. Selina’s dorms are not like you’d find in your typical hostel. We set the standard at a whole new level with a seating area, your own light, a personal shelf and locker for each bunk bed to keep your things secure. This is the best way to immerse yourself in the Selina community and meet your fellow travelers – all while getting the most value for your budget. Bathrooms are shared.
Amenities: Conditioned Air, Wi-Fi, Private bathroom, Household linen, Security locker
8 Beds Dormitory Room
The classic Selina option! Bunk up with your new friends without sacrificing comfort – or privacy. Selina’s dorms are not like you’d find in your typical hostel. We set the standard at a whole new level with a seating area, your own light, a personal shelf and locker for each bunk bed to keep your things secure. This is the best way to immerse yourself in the Selina community and meet your fellow travelers – all while getting the most value for your budget. Bathrooms are shared.
Amenities: Conditioned Air, Wi-Fi, Private bathroom, Electricity, Household linen, Security locker
Depends on the package
At Selina Surf Club we teach surfers of all levels. We provide surf lessons for those who want to learn how to step on to the water and surfers that want to improve having more speed and control in the green waves. Also for advanced surfers who wants to go one step further in their technique and style. Professional and experienced surf teachers coach you. They will get you to that next level and help you get the most from your surfing. We use the latest and most advanced equipment to provide the best feeling ever, all the lessons include surfboard and all the equipment needed. We have incredible year round surf conditions for all surfing levels, probably one of the best places worldwide to improve your surfing or learn to surf for the first time.
Huge quiver all sizes (soft-boards, fiberglass-boards, epoxy-boards & high-performance boards).
Boards for beginners, intermediate and advanced surfers.
Equipments are included in surf-lessons.
Yoga
Ometepe Island day tour
Sailing
Fishing
Snorkeling
Diving
Horse riding
Seasonal conditions
Nicaragua surfing is definitely recommended and for the adventurous it could be the trip of a lifetime.
Min Temperature (Cº/ºF): 23º/º74
Max Temperature (Cº/ºF): 33º/º91
Water Temperature: around 28ºC. No wetsuits needed.
Dry Season: January to May, November and December
Wet Season: May to October
Major Swells: April to October, but the clean surf season is December to April when swell from deep antic lows reach the Pacific coastline with offshore winds a common occurrence. Typically morning surfs are offshore and afternoon are light onshore, make sure you are up early to get those classic glassy sessions.
Characterization of surroundings/region
Nicaragua officially the Republic of Nicaragua is bordered by Honduras in the North and Costa Rica in the South, the Caribbean Sea in the East and the Pacific Ocean in the West.
Nicaragua has three geographical regions: Pacific lowlands, Central highlands and Caribbean lowlands. On the Pacific side are two big freshwater lakes (the largest in Central America), one of them is Cocibolca Lake or Nicaragua Lake. This lake is home to some of the world's rare freshwater sharks. Nicaragua also is known as the land of volcanoes, there are around 40 volcanoes, many of which are still active, have sometimes devastated settlements but also have enriched the land with layers of fertile ash.
Nicaragua is home to a rich variety of plants and animals. There are currently 78 protected areas in Nicaragua, wildlife refuges and nature reserves that shelter a wide range of ecosystems. In addition to lakes, volcanoes and nature, the Pacific lowlands contains most of Nicaragua's Spanish colonial architecture and artifacts. Cities such as Leon and Granada abound in colonial architecture; founded in 1524, Granada is the oldest colonial city in the Americas
Activities and facilities
Yoga
Ometepe Island day tour
Sailing
Fishing
Snorkeling
Diving
Horse riding
Ways to get to the camp
Private transportation: 20 minutes from San Juan del Sur, La Chocolata or Pepesca road and just follow the signs (really easy). There are rental car service in the airports (Managua and Costa Esmeralda)
Public transportation: From Managua to San Juan del Sur: taxi from the airport to Roberto Huembes, Managua bus station. Bus from Managua to San Juan del Sur. From San Juan del Sur to Selina Surf Club Casa Maderas: taxi from San Juan del Sur market or ask us for ours shuttles.
Shuttle: Shuttles Selina Surf Club Casa Maderas
Important details
Formalities: No visa for stays of less than 3 month except for Cubans. $10 entry fee tax. The capital is Managua.
Language: the official language is Spanish. Second language: English.
Health: No vaccine is required to enter in Nicaragua except “yellow fever” if you come from South American countries. Nevertheless, think about taking a treatment against malaria if you wish to hazard in the jungle.
Time differences: -7 hours in winter, -8 hours in summer.
Weather: Nicaragua is a tropical country and only has two seasons: humid and dry. The dry season usually lasts from the end of December to mid-April. The wet season lasts the rest of the year. The Caribbean coast remains humid all year long. Temperatures not change too much.
Nearby airports to San Juan del Sur: Managua (2,30 hrs) and Costa Esmeralda (1,30 hrs). Book your Selina Surf Club airport transfer.
Environment: Nicaragua is the safest country in Central America.
Water/Electricity: Do not drink the tap water and bring along medicine for intestinal problems. Use an American outlet with flat connections because the electric current is 110 V.
Currency: The local currency is Cordoba (NIO) but it is not exportable. We recommend you to have US dollars in small denominations and change on the way there. Credit cards are not accepted everywhere.
This package includes:
5 NIGHTS:
- 5 nights accommodation in Selina
- Daily breakfast, 4 lunches and 2 dinners
- 4 days of surf lessons (2h)
- Transportation to the best surf spots
- Free surf time in the afternoon
- Extra activities at the location
- Free Wifi
- Selina staff on hand
7 NIGHTS:
- 7 nights Selina accommodation
- Daily breakfast, 6 lunch and 3 dinners
- 6 days of surf lessons (2h)
- Transportation to the best surf spots
- Free surf time in the afternoon
- Extra activities at the location
- Free Wifi
- Selina staff on hand
10 NIGHTS:
- 10 nights Selina accommodation
- Daily breakfast, 9 lunch and 4 dinners
- 9 days of surf lessons (2h)
- Transportation to the best surf spots
- Free surf time in the afternoon
- Extra activities at the location
- Free Wifi
- Selina staff on hand
Room Type | 5 Nights | 7 Nights | 10 Nights | ||||||||||||
High Season | Low Season | High Season | Low Season | High Season | Low Season | ||||||||||
Dorm | $384 | $378 | $531 | $522 | $751 | $740 | |||||||||
Private (shared bathroom) 1 pax |
$712 | $606 | $989 | $842 | $1407 | $1196 | |||||||||
Private (shared bathroom) 2 pax |
$984 | $879 | $1364 | $1216 | $1935 | $1724 | |||||||||
Standard 1 pax |
$770 | $665 | $1071 | $924 | $1524 | $1313 | |||||||||
Standard 2 pax |
$1042 | $937 | $1446 | $1298 | $2052 | $1841 | |||||||||
Deluxe 1 pax |
$858 | $753 | $1194 | $1047 | $1699 | $1488 | |||||||||
Deluxe 2 pax |
$1130 | $1025 | $1569 | $1421 | $2228 | $2017 | |||||||||
Unique 1 pax |
$1063 | $957 | $1481 | $1333 | $2109 | $1898 | |||||||||
Unique 2 pax |
$1335 | $1230 | $1855 | $1708 | $2637 | $2426 | |||||||||
Teepee Tent 1 pax |
$653 | $548 | $907 | $760 | $1290 | $1079 | |||||||||
Teepee Tent 2 pax |
$925 | $820 | $1282 | $1135 | $1818 | $1607 |
High Season | Low Season | |||
Dec - Apr | May- Nov |
The surf guiding package is designed for those who know how to surf but prefer a local guide who finds every day the best spots, finding epic uncrowded surf during all the stay. Our guides have a deep knowledge of the area and will make sure you surf the right spot at the right time. The surf guides will surf with you and tell you everything you need to know about the specific spot (currents, winds, sandbanks, rocks etc.)
This package includes:
5 NIGHTS:
- 5 nights Selina accommodation
- Daily breakfast, 4 lunches and 2 dinners
- 4 Days surf guiding for your level to the best surf spots
- Free Surf time
- Transportation to the best surf spots
- Extra activities at the location
- Free Wifi
- Selina Staff on Hand
7 NIGHTS:
- 7 nights Selina accommodation
- Daily breakfast, 6 lunches and 3 dinners
- 6 Days surf guiding for your level to the best surf spots
- Free Surf time
- Transportation to the best surf spots
- Extra activities at the location
- Free Wifi
- Selina Staff on Hand
10 NIGHTS:
- 10 nights Selina accommodation
- Daily breakfast, 9 lunches and 4 dinners
- 9 Days surf guiding for your level to the best surf spots
- Free Surf time
- Transportation to the best surf spots
- Extra activities at the location
- Free Wifi
- Selina Staff on Hand
Room Type | 5 Nights | 7 Nights | 10 Nights | ||||||||||||
High Season | Low Season | High Season | Low Season | High Season | Low Season | ||||||||||
Dorm | $364 | $358 | $516 | $507 | $751 | $740 | |||||||||
Private (shared bathroom) 1 pax |
$692 | $586 | $974 | $827 | $1407 | $1196 | |||||||||
Private (shared bathroom) 2 pax |
$944 | $839 | $1334 | $1186 | $1935 | $1724 | |||||||||
Standard 1 pax |
$750 | $645 | $1056 | $909 | $1524 | $1313 | |||||||||
Standard 2 pax |
$1002 | $897 | $1416 | $1268 | $2052 | $1841 | |||||||||
Deluxe 1 pax |
$838 | $733 | $1179 | $1032 | $1699 | $1488 | |||||||||
Deluxe 2 pax |
$1090 | $985 | $1539 | $1391 | $2228 | $2017 | |||||||||
Unique 1 pax |
$1043 | $937 | $1466 | $1318 | $2109 | $1898 | |||||||||
Unique 2 pax |
$1295 | $1190 | $1825 | $1678 | $2637 | $2426 | |||||||||
Teepee Tent 1 pax |
$633 | $528 | $892 | $745 | $1290 | $1079 | |||||||||
Teepee Tent 2 pax |
$885 | $780 | $1252 | $1105 | $1818 | $1607 |
High Season | Low Season | |||
Dec - Apr | May- Nov |
This package is for the surfer who wants to soak up everything Selina has to offer. Get the full Selina experience while surfing, coworking, and living in Central America in our community of talented digital nomads, travelers, and surfers. Be a part of our vibrant community of creators, entrepreneurs, and nomad bosses while surfing and networking in the amazing atmosphere of Selina. Find your connection to greater inspiration through surfing.
This package includes:
5 NIGHTS:
- 5 nights Selina accommodation
- Daily breakfast, 4 lunch and 2 dinners
- 4 Days surf lessons or guiding for your level to the best surf spots (2h)
- Access to workspace
- Free Surf time
- Transportation to the best surf spots
- Extra activities at the location
- Free Wifi
- Selina Staff on hand
7 NIGHTS:
- 7 nights Selina accommodation
- Daily breakfast, 6 lunch and 3 dinners
- 6 Days surf lessons or guiding for your level to the best surf spots (2h)
- Access to workspace
- Free Surf time
- Transportation to the best surf spots
- Extra activities at the location
- Free Wifi
- Selina Staff on hand
10 NIGHTS:
- 10 nights Selina accommodation
- Daily breakfast, 9 lunch and 4 dinners
- 9 Days surf lessons or guiding for your level to the best surf spots (2h)
- Access to workspace
- Free Surf time
- Transportation to the best surf spots
- Extra activities at the location
- Free Wifi
- Selina Staff on hand
Room Type | 5 Nights | 7 Nights | 10 Nights | ||||||||||||
High Season | Low Season | High Season | Low Season | High Season | Low Season | ||||||||||
Dorm | $395 | $389 | $546 | $538 | $774 | $762 | |||||||||
Private (shared bathroom) 1 pax |
$747 | $642 | $1030 | $883 | $1465 | $1254 | |||||||||
Private (shared bathroom) 2 pax |
$1055 | $950 | $1445 | $1298 | $2051 | $1841 | |||||||||
Standard 1 pax |
$806 | $700 | $1112 | $964 | $1582 | $1371 | |||||||||
Standard 2 pax |
$1114 | $1008 | $1527 | $1380 | $2168 | $1958 | |||||||||
Deluxe 1 pax |
$893 | $788 | $1235 | $1087 | $1757 | $1547 | |||||||||
Deluxe 2 pax |
$1201 | $1096 | $1650 | $1502 | $2344 | $2133 | |||||||||
Unique 1 pax |
$1098 | $993 | $1521 | $1374 | $2167 | $1956 | |||||||||
Unique 2 pax |
$1406 | $1301 | $1937 | $1789 | $2753 | $2543 | |||||||||
Teepee Tent 1 pax |
$678 | $573 | $932 | $785 | $1325 | $1115 | |||||||||
Teepee Tent 2 pax |
$975 | $870 | $1332 | $1185 | $1889 | $1679 |
High Season | Low Season | |||
Dec - Apr | May- Nov |
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