Things to Do in San Carlos, Panama
If you are looking for things to do in San Carlos, the El Palmar coast gives you several easy ways to spend a day on the water. 321 Surf House offers surf lessons, board rentals, SUP and kayak from a local base in El Palmar.
1. Take a surf lesson in El Palmar
For first-timers and developing surfers, surf lessons in El Palmar are a practical way to get into the water with local guidance. 321 lessons are $40 for 2 hours and include the surfboard.
2. Rent a surfboard
If you already surf, surfboard rentals in El Palmar are $15 half day or $20 full day. Boards currently range from approximately 5'7 polyester to 8'5 foam soft-tops.
3. Try stand-up paddle or kayak
For a different kind of water time, 321 offers SUP and kayak in San Carlos. Current availability should be confirmed in advance.
4. Spend time at El Palmar
El Palmar is the local surf beach and the center of 321's activities. Read the El Palmar surf guide before planning your day.
5. Make it a day trip from Panama City
San Carlos is in Panamá Oeste, making it possible to plan a beach and surf day outside the capital. See surf near Panama City for the surf-specific version of that trip.
Before you visit 321 Surf House
321 is open Monday through Sunday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Advance booking is required and walk-ins are not accepted.
See the 321 Surf House location and directions before you travel.