Surf guide · La Fortuna · East Cape, Baja
La Fortuna, Nine Palms and the reefs in between
The coast
ALAIA sits in the middle of a 20 km stretch of the East Cape with about 30 waves on it. All of them are reefs and points, no beach breaks. Some are fast and hollow, some are soft enough to learn on.
La Fortuna
La Fortuna is a reef break with a long right and, some days, a decent left. It’s a short walk down the hill from ALAIA.
A busy day is about ten people out. You can check it from the pool, or from bed.
Nine Palms and Shipwrecks
Nine Palms and Shipwrecks are both a few minutes’ drive from ALAIA. Look at the forecast before you go, and ask Jaime which spot is working that day.
When to come
April, May and June are excellent. August, September and October bring some of the best swell of the year, but it’s hurricane season and some days are for experienced surfers only.
In the winter off season there’s still a small wave almost every day, hip to shoulder high, so you can longboard or learn most days.
Water
In winter a neoprene top is all you need, and plenty of people surf in trunks all winter. Summer water is very warm, so trunks and a tee shirt. Bring sunscreen all year.
Lessons and boards
Board rental, surf lessons, guiding, 4×4 surf trips and surf photography. Message Jaime on WhatsApp to set it up.
Not surfing?
The same reefs are good for snorkeling. From November to early April you can watch humpback whales from the property.
Stays
One bedroom and an 80 m² covered terrace. You can see the ocean without lifting your head off the pillow, and it stays cool on the hottest days.
See The Villa
A 27 ft trailer with its own fire pit, facing the break. The name is accurate.
See The Lookout
Just below The Lookout. A queen bed, bunks for the kids and a big patio you’ll end up living on.
See The Hideout
Three sites for tents, vans and RVs up to 30 ft. You get the pool, a hot outdoor shower and Wi-Fi fast enough to work from. The gate closes at night, so your gear stays put.
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