Los Naranjos
Los Naranjos is a beach break inside Tayrona National Park—one of Colombia's most stunning natural areas. The surf requires a hike or boat to access, but the reward is uncrowded waves in a pristine jungle-meets-beach setting.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (350°)
- Direction range
- 320° - 30°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.90×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- S (180°)
- Offshore range
- 150° - 210°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.2m - 2.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Tayrona National Park. Hike or boat access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Los Naranjos?
Los Naranjos is a beach break in Tayrona, Colombia, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Los Naranjos?
Los Naranjos picks up swell from the NW round to the NNE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the N. It starts working at around 0.8m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 12s or longer, as anything under 8s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Los Naranjos?
A S wind is dead offshore at Los Naranjos, and anything from the SSE round to the SSW keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Los Naranjos?
Los Naranjos has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.2m to 2.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Los Naranjos?
The most reliable run of swell at Los Naranjos comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Sep to Oct too. Inside Tayrona NP. Stunning backdrop.
How cold is the water at Los Naranjos?
The water at Los Naranjos averages around 27°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Los Naranjos good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 4/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Inside Tayrona NP. Stunning backdrop.
How do I get to Los Naranjos?
The nearest airport on our list is SMR, then it's roughly a one-hour drive. Tayrona National Park. Hike or boat access.
What other surf spots are near Los Naranjos?
The closest breaks we track are Mendihuaca (9.7 km) and Palomino (41 km), handy when Los Naranjos isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Inside Tayrona NP. Stunning backdrop.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Mendihuaca
🏕️ Surf camp central • Consistent beach break • Santa Marta zone
Palomino
🏔️ Sierra Nevada meets sea • Stunning scenery • Colombian paradise
Punta Roca
🇨🇴 Colombian Caribbean point • Quality right • Growing surf scene