Best surf beaches in Ecuador, 2026
17 surf beaches in Ecuador that score highest on the OnlyBeaches Index for what matters to surf travellers.How we rank →
1OBI 7.5+
Playa Ayampe
Ayampe, Ecuador
Laid-back surf village beach at the Manabí–Santa Elena coastal transition.
2OBI 7.5+
Playa Curía
Curía, Ecuador
Low-density village beach suited to relaxed stays and long walks.
3OBI 7.5+
Playa de Mompiche
Mompiche, Ecuador
The best-known beach town on the Muisne coast, valued for surf, scenery, and relaxed travel appeal.
4OBI 7.5+
Playa de Olón
Olón, Ecuador
Long mellow beach favored for walking, surfing, and family stays.
5OBI 7.5+
Playa Ecuatoriana
Huaquillas, Ecuador
A great spot for surfing and enjoying coastal landscapes.
6OBI 7.5+
Playa El Faro
Punta Carnero, Ecuador
Southern Punta Carnero surf stretch with stronger local than mainstream identity.
7OBI 7.5+
Playa Engabao
Engabao, Ecuador
Strong regional surf beach and local favorite west of Playas.
Playa Jambelí
Machala, Ecuador
Famous for surf and scenic coastal beauty.
Playa Los Muertos
Machala, Ecuador
Ideal for surfers and beachgoers looking for a quieter experience.
10OBI 7.5+
Playa Manglaralto
Manglaralto, Ecuador
Quieter neighbor of Montañita with a broad local beach atmosphere.
Playa Mar Bravo
Salinas, Ecuador
Dramatic open-Pacific beach known for powerful surf, sunsets, and wilder scenery.
Playa Montañita
Montañita, Ecuador
Ecuador’s best-known surf and nightlife beach town.
13OBI 7.5+
Playa Puerto Engabao
Puerto Engabao, Ecuador
Guayas’ standout surf/fishing-village beach with a wilder coastal feel.
Playa Punta Carnero
Punta Carnero, Ecuador
Major south-peninsula surf and sunset beach between Salinas and Anconcito.
Playa Punta Galera
Punta Galera, Ecuador
Rockier, more scenic coastal point beyond Tonchigüe for adventurous beach discovery.
16OBI 7.5+
Playa San José
San José, Ecuador
Long northern Santa Elena beach with more space than Montañita.
Playa Súa
Huaquillas, Ecuador
Ideal for surfing and enjoying beach vibes.