Guanico Beach Hostel (Guanico Beach, Panama)

ABOUT THE SURF CAMP

Located in the edge of the amazing Azuero Peninsula, we offer a unique mix between ocean and valley views. Unique location directly at the local surf spots providing an incredible Yoga and Surf Atmosphere for all travelers.
Directly in front of the hostel you find the beach break of Playa Guanico. This wave works with 90 % consistency year round. Playa Guanico picks up swells from all directions and starts working at a swell-size of 1.5 feet. You may find lefts and rights for all level of surfers.

ACCOMMODATION AND CATERING

1. Orange Room

Double Room
Ocean View Balcony
Private Bathroom
Optional A/C

2. Red Room

Double Room
Valley View Balcony
Private Bathroom
Optional A/C

3. Blue Room

Double Room
Ocean View Balcony
Private Bathroom
A/C

4. Violet Room

Double Room
Valley View
Shared Bathroom
Optional A/C

5. Green Room 

Double Room
Ocean View Balcony
Shared Bathroom
Optional A/C

6. Pacific Room

Double Room
Valley View Balcony
Private Shower / Shared Restroom
Optional A/C

7. Bamboo Dorm

Mixed Dorm
Beach Front Access
Shared Bathroom

Restaurant serves daily fresh pizzas with other delicious meals.

SURF COURSE AND ACTIVITIES

We can provide arrangements with experienced surfers and professional surf teachers who can teach in private or small group settings (between 2/3 persons). We have you up on a board and smiling in no time. Whether you have never surfed before and always dreamed of learning or if you just want to improve your existing skills, they have the coaching that will enable you to reach your goals. All surf lessons have to be reserved in advance. You can book daily or weekly arrangements. Prices are per person including board. The board is free of charge to use the same day (kids must be at least 10 years old).

Surfcamp Guanico has more than 50 boards in different shapes and sizes (5.4 up to 9 feet) ready to rent. Kids must be at least 10 years old. 

- Yoga (in our Beach break yoga and meditation room)
- hiking
- biking
- fishing
- SUP mangrove tours
- dolphin/whale watching (subject of season)
- snorkeling (scuba dive options in Pedasi)
- horse back riding
- visiting nearby villages
- turtle watching (subject to season)

MORE INFO, HOW TO GET THERE & FAQ

Guanico Beach Break: Directly in front of the hostel you find the beach break of Playa Guanico. This wave works with 90 % consistency year round. Playa Guanico picks up swells from all directions and starts working at a swell-size of 1.5 feet. You may find lefts and rights for all level of surfers.

Guanico River Mouth: To the left of Rio Guanico, right hander fast and powerfull, works in general with 4 feet and more.

Guanico Point Break: Right from the Beach Break on the other side of river Guanico you may find the point break (walking distance of 15 minutes), starts working with 4 feet.

Playa Ostional: Starts working with bigger swells. Various spots, reef and rocky points. Playa Ostional is reachable within 8 minutes by car.

Ways to get to the camp

ARRIVING BY CAR

Look for us in Waze or Google Maps as SurfCampGuanico, Guanico Abajo Beach, Tonosi District of Los Santos Province

ARRIVING BY BUS

From the Albrook Bus Terminal, take a bus to "Las Tablas" in Los Santos Province, once in Las Tablas take a bus to "Tonosi" and from Tonosi take then a bus to Guanico Abajo Beach

PRIVATE SHUTTLES

We can arrange upon request a private shuttle to drive you and your gear to our facility if needed.

ARRIVING BY PLANE

Panama's Tocumen Int. Airport offers local flights to Chitre Airport, just 1.5 hours way from us. Car Rental or a Bus ride is required to get to Playa Guanico

PACKAGES & PRICES

1. ORANGE ROOM - 60$ per Night
2. GREEN ROOM - 50$ per Night
3. RED ROOM - 50$ per Night
4. PACIFIC ROOM - 40$ per Night
5. VIOLET ROOM - 40$ per Night
6. BLUE ROOM - 80$ per Night
7. BAMBOO DORM - 12$ per Night

All prices are in USD / PAX             PRIVATE                 GROUP

- one lesson (approx.90 min.):            40.00                    30.00

- basic lesson (3 lessons):                 110.00                    80.00