Mundaka & Bizkaia · Spain
Surfing Mundaka
A left point in Mundaka & Bizkaia, Spain, for pro surfers.
- TypeLeft Point
- LevelPro
- Size3-12 ft
- Best monthsSep-Apr
- Crowd4/5
The wave
Mundaka is a long, hollow left that breaks on a sandbar at the mouth of the Urdaibai estuary, a UNESCO biosphere reserve, and one of the best lefts in the world. It hosted a world tour event for over ten years.
Everything depends on the sandbar, built by sand from the river. When it's in good shape and a solid groundswell arrives, a single wave can give several barrel sections in a row. When the sand isn't right, it can go a whole season without working properly.
It's fast and critical, and the local crew is very skilled and protective. It's for expert surfers only. Watching it from the harbour wall in the village is a good plan B.
43.4053, -2.6989 · Solid W-NW groundswell · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Mundaka
Mundaka is at its best from September to April. Conditions it likes: Solid W-NW groundswell. This is how the year looks across Basque Country:
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| October to March | Prime | Consistent, powerful NW-W swell, cold but firing |
| April to June | Good | Reliable swell, milder crowds |
| July to August | Quiet | Smaller swell, packed beaches and high season prices |
In season: January · February · March · October · November · December
Waves near Mundaka
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakio | Mundaka & Bizkaia | Beach Break | Intermediate | 10 km |
| Sopelana | Mundaka & Bizkaia | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced | 23 km |
| Zarautz | Zarautz & Gipuzkoa | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced | 45 km |
| Zurriola | Zarautz & Gipuzkoa | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 59 km |
| Ribadesella | Gijón & Central Coast | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 190 km |
| Rodiles | Gijón & Central Coast | Left Rivermouth | Intermediate / Advanced | 218 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around Mundaka & Bizkaia
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the Mundaka & Bizkaia surf guide →
A week here costs from about $331 with flights from Europe, or around $946 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $500 →
Mundaka: common questions
When is the best time to surf Mundaka?
Mundaka works best from September to April. Ideal conditions: Solid W-NW groundswell.
Is Mundaka good for beginners?
No. Mundaka is a wave for pro surfers. The closest beginner-friendly spot we cover is Sopelana in Mundaka & Bizkaia, about 23 km away.
How crowded is Mundaka?
Mundaka is usually busy: 4 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Mundaka?
Mundaka is in Mundaka & Bizkaia, in the Basque Country region of Spain (43.4053, -2.6989). The nearest wave we cover is Bakio, about 10 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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