Surfing Wizard Beach, Bastimentos: Nature, Waves & Pure Disconnect
Just across the channel from Isla Colón and Carenero lies one of Bocas del Toro’s most magical spots: Wizard Beach (Playa Wizard) on Isla Bastimentos. This wild, untouched stretch of golden sand feels worlds away from the busy village life — even though it’s only a short boat ride and jungle walk from town.
Wizard is known for its raw beauty. There are no shops, no bars, no streets — just jungle, sand, waves, and the sound of the Caribbean. It’s the kind of place that reminds you why you fell in love with the ocean in the first place.
A Great Option When Swell Is Low Around Carenero
Around Carenero Island, the waves often work beautifully — but like all surf destinations, conditions change.
On those days when the swell drops and the waves go soft around Carenero, Wizard Beach can still deliver fun, playful surf thanks to its more exposed coastline.
This makes Wizard an amazing backup plan:
✔️ more open to incoming swell
✔️ often a bit more power than protected breaks
✔️ great for intermediate surfers looking for something extra
You get the feeling of adventure — boat ride, jungle walk, empty beach — AND the reward of catching waves on a remote coastline.
Surfing in Nature’s Purest Setting
One of the most beautiful parts of surfing at Wizard is the connection with nature.
You hike through lush rainforest, listening to birds and monkeys before the ocean even comes into view. Then suddenly — there it is:
An endless open beach.
Crystal-clear water.
Waves rolling in from the horizon.
There’s something grounding about it.
Surfing here isn’t just about riding waves — it’s about slowing down.
No crowds.
No noise.
No rush.
Just you, your board, your breath, and the rhythm of the sea.
Disconnect to Reconnect
In Bocas, the ocean becomes your gym, your meditation space, and your playground all in one.
Surfing at Wizard means:
🏄♂️ moving your body
🌿 breathing fresh jungle air
🌊 tuning in to nature’s energy
It’s exercise — yes. But it’s also therapy.
You leave the beach salty, tired, sun-kissed, calm — and somehow lighter than when you arrived.
Respect the Ocean — Always
Wizard Beach is still a wild place. Conditions can change quickly, currents can be strong, and there are no lifeguards — which is part of its untouched beauty. We always recommend going with experienced surfers or local guides, respecting the ocean, and keeping safety first.
A Reminder of Why We Surf
Wizard Beach is more than just a surf spot.
It’s:
✨ nature at its purest
✨ waves without distractions
✨ a chance to reset
Whether you catch the wave of your life or simply float in the Caribbean, Wizard has a way of reminding you what really matters:
Presence.
Connection.
Freedom.
And that’s what surfing is truly about.
