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Surfing

The opportunities for surfing in Zambales are enormous. The entire coastline offers adventurous surfers many possible surfing breaks.

As with most Philippine surfing breaks the word that comes to mind the most is inconsistency. You are able to surf all year round in Zambales however you may have to search fairly hard to locate ride able decent waves. During the months of May to late November the surf is probably at is most consistent, not necessarily it’s biggest but definitely you will get more consistent waves. The period from December to April requires a lot more help from mother nature, usually in the form of a low depression in the South China Sea, which can whip the swell up to three or four metres. This is a big powerful swell and requires a good level of experience.

Some of the more frequented breaks in Zambales surfing are:

Crystal Beach Break

This wave is located directly in front of the Crystal Beach Resort at San Narciso which is just about the first coastal spot on the way from Olongapo. The surf here breaks both left and right on a sand bank and is a real fun wave suitable for all levels with particular interest for beginner surfers. Be aware the surf can get quite big here under the right conditions.

High 5 Lahar

High 5 Lahar is also in San Narciso at the Macolcol River mouth. It is a great wave that can always be relied upon when all else appears doomed. The break is formed on the Lahar rather than the sand bottom. The Lahar is a by product of the eruption of mount Pinatubo in 1991.

Capones Island

Capones Island can be accessed by banca from the town of Pundaquit. There are a number of breaks on the island which are all reef breaks and should be surfed with a level of caution and experience. On its day can be heaps of fun!