Surfing on St Barts offers diverse conditions for all skill levels, with winter swells (November through March) delivering ideal waves up to 3.5 metres at spots like Lorient Beach. CaribWaterplay, operating since 1983 on St Jean Beach, provides lessons, gear rentals, and guided excursions — perfect for beginners learning basics or advanced surfers chasing reef breaks. Windsurfers thrive on consistent trade winds, from Grand Cul de Sac’s calm flats to Toiny’s challenging "Washing Machine" chop. Kitesurfers favor Grand Cul de Sac’s shallow, reef-protected bay for practicing tricks in steady breezes. Whether you’re renting gear or booking a pro instructor, St Barts’ varied coastline ensures an adrenaline-packed session.

St Jean Beach stretches nearly a mile along St Barts' northern coast. It is both the island's longest and most popular beach. Its crescent shape splits naturally at the Eden Rock peninsula, creating two distinct zones. The eastern side is favoured by families and snorkellers, who take advantage of the calm waters of the eponymous bay. The western stretch attracts windsurfers, zooming around carried by the open swells. It’s also where you’ll find Nikki Beach — St Barts’ hottest party spot. St Jean is located right next to the island’s airport, where small planes fly low overhead, adding a dynamic element to the scenery without disrupting the beach’s appeal. Luxury hotels, including the iconic Eden Rock, line the shore, providing upscale amenities just steps from the sand.

For surfing, people watching and beach life you should visit Playa de San Lorenzo in Gijon. This beautiful beach invites you to many activities, or why not just sit back and have a coffee watching the world go by.

Known for its clear water, this public beach is bigger than Mazzarò Lido and certainly more relaxing: in fact it's one of the locals' most frequented spots, as it doesn't often bustle with tourists. The tiny rock islands emerging from the blue surface complete the picture of this natural landscape.