There are lots of tourist spots in South America and among the most favorite destinations are the beaches. Aside from the usual swimming and diving, travelers come to the region with their surf boards because of the great surfing spots across the territory.

Many surfers around the world usually flock to Central America for the big waves. But if you would like to try something new, go just a bit farther to reach the south. Pristine beaches with really fine waves will welcome you.

Once you arrive in the area, of course you must know where to go. So to make it easier for you, listed below are the top 4 South American surfing sites to check out:

1. El Salvador

The country offers one of the best surfing conditions in the world, according to Wave Pals. Surfers can enjoy many world class left and right point breaks here. Moreover, most of the waves in El Salvador can break 100 - 200 yards and this is what sets it apart from the usual surfing points.

Some of the finest spots to go for surfing in El Salvador are:

Punta Roca - it is popular for its hollow and powerful waves. It offers world class right point breaks. For novice surfers, the shallow waves during low tides are perfect for honing surfing skills.

La Paz - this has been dubbed as the country's surf capital. It offers softer waves that even kids can try riding in on their surf boards. Long boarding is also best for this place's surfing environment.

Surfing seasons are:

March-May: very big waves
June-October: big waves
November-December: consistent waves
January-February: small waves but surf is very inconsistent

2. Brazil

The best place for surfing in Brazil is in Santa Catarina. Florianópolis is the town's capital and its beauty has always been compared to Hawaii. The shoreline usually offers 20 breaks overspreading a 225-degree swell. Expect bigger swells and varying coastal conditions when surfing here.

Other places to try are the coastlines in Guarda, Parana, Garopaba, Imbitu and Rio Grande do Sul. For consistent waves, surf in the months from April to October

3. Ecuador

This country has one of the most incredible surfing locations. Surfers can try out a variety of surfing types because the region is filled with shorelines offering rights to lefts breaks. There are also beaches with points, rivermouths, rock reefs and jetties that can make surfing more exciting.

The best spots in Ecuador are Ruta del Sol, Mompiche, Bahia de Caraquez, Baja Manabi, Las Salinas and Montanita. According to Wave Hunters, the excellent surfing season in Ecuador is from December to April.

4. Chile

Chile is South America's most developed country. The country has many spectacular views thus it is one of the most favorite destinations of tourists around the world. This is also considered a haven for surfers because aside from the nice waves, the travel expenses are cheaper. Arica is the country's best surfing destination.

The winds here are typically strong so kite surfing are popular among the travelers as well. For an exciting surf adventure, visit Arica, Chile from March to May.

Get ready for your South American surfing tour! Check out the clip below to learn the basics of riding the waves.