Surfing

Desecheo Surf & Dive Shop. In addition to selling swimwear, sandals, sunglasses, and surf gear, this shop rents bodyboards, a variety of short and long surfboards, and snorkeling equipment. The staff can also organize surfing lessons. Rte. 413, Km 2.5, Maria's Beach, Rincón, n/a Puerto Rico, 00677. 787/823–0390.

Mar Azul. One of the best surf shops on the entire island has Rincon's finest selection of performance surfboards and stand-up paddleboards to buy or rent. Rent a board for $25 a day or $150 for an entire week. Rte. 413, Km 4.4, Rincón, n/a Puerto Rico, 00677. 787/823–5692; www.puertoricosurfinginfo.com.

Puntas Surf School. With more than a decade of surf-coaching experience, Puntas is a great surf school for beginners and kids. Rincón, n/a Puerto Rico. 787/366–1689; www.puntassurfschool.com.

Rincón Surf School. This popular surf school offers private and group lessons. Rte. 413, Km 4.4, Rincón, n/a Puerto Rico, 00677. 787/823–0610; www.rinconsurfschool.com.

Surf Lessons Puerto Rico. Ex–pro surfer Ramse Morales has been conducting high-quality surfing classes since 2000. Rincón, n/a Puerto Rico. 787/617–4731; www.surflessonspuertorico.com. From $75 for private 2-hr lessons.