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Playa Kanoa

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East Mixed

Playa Kanoa

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Photos via Wikimedia Commons (CC-licensed contributors).

Getting there

Parking
Available

The vibe

Wild north coast, big surf — for looking, not swimming

On the rugged windward coast, with crashing surf, dark rocks and dramatic Atlantic colours. Not safe for swimming — go for the wild scenery, a windswept walk and photos very different from the south-coast turquoise.

Accessibility

Not step-free

Rugged terrain, unprotected coast. Not safe for swimming.

Parking
Available
Entry fee
Free
Substrate
Mixed · Tan
Water
rough
Snorkeling
none
Entry
Free

About

Wild north-shore beach battered by Atlantic surf. Dramatic and scenic — but NOT for swimming. Visit for the views and the waves. Shaped by a collapsed boka, this is a known surf break with tricky currents — best visited with a local surf school. Not a typical beachgoer destination.

Amenities

Parking

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