Strike Mission Surf Spots
type: ItemList
description: Expert-verified surf spot database with detailed swell/wind parameters, hazards, and travel information
number of items: 14
item list element: La Bocaina
item list element: Punto La Gillette
item list element: Choroni - El Malecon
item list element: Cuyagua
item list element: Patanemo Point
item list element: Los Caracas
item list element: Casa Verde
item list element: The Point
item list element: Playa Parguito
item list element: Guacuco
item list element: Pui Pui
item list element: Chaguarama de Sotillo
item list element: Chirere
item list element: Puerto Azul
provider: Strike Mission
  type: Organization
  description: Surf forecast intelligence platform
date published: 2026-01-20
date modified: 2026-08-05T00:36:13.050Z

La Bocaina
type: TouristAttraction
description: La Bocaina is a world-class left reef break tucked inside the bay at Patanemo on Venezuela's central coast. When clean N-NE swells funnel into the bay, the wave peels for 150 to 300 metres over shallow coral, producing hollow barrels that rival anything in the Caribbean. The palm-fringed bay and laid-back fishing village setting make it a hidden gem.
disambiguating description: 🔥 Venezuela's best left • Hollow coral reef • 300m rides
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 10.507
  longitude: -68.128
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Patanemo, Carabobo
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 20°
  description: Works best with swells from 20° (NNE). Workable range: 350°-60°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.5m - 3.5m
  description: Ideal size: 2.5m. Too small below 1.5m, too big (closeout) above 3.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 140°-220°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.3m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
  description: Winter N-NE swells from November through April. Hurricane swells in September-October.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, ⚠️ Shallow, 🦔 Urchins
  description: Shallow coral reef. Booties recommended. Watch for urchins on entry.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: VLN
  type: Place
  description: 65 minutes drive from VLN airport.
content rating: community
contributor: Stormrider Guide, local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 7
  crowd level: 3
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 20
    workable range min: 350
    workable range max: 60
    sweet spot size m: 2.5
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 180
    offshore range min: 140
    offshore range max: 220
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: VLN
    drive time minutes: 65
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Drive from Valencia via Puerto Cabello. Located in Patanemo Bay.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months: 4
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Winter N-NE swells from November through April. Hurricane swells in September-October.

Punto La Gillette
type: TouristAttraction
description: Punto La Gillette is the gnarliest wave in Venezuela—a shallow coral slab in the remote Los Roques archipelago that produces fast, thick right barrels when solid north swells slam into the outer reef. The turquoise water and white-sand cays create a paradise setting, but make no mistake: this wave is heavy, shallow, and unforgiving. Boat access only adds to the adventure.
disambiguating description: ⚡ Venezuela's gnarliest wave • Shallow coral slab • Los Roques expedition
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 11.946
  longitude: -66.675
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Los Roques
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Slab
  description: This is a slab break, breaking right.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 350°
  description: Works best with swells from 350° (N). Workable range: 315°-45°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.8m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.4m. Too small below 1.8m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225° (SW)
  description: Offshore wind from 225° (SW). Offshore range: 190°-260°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Works best between 0.8m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Needs solid N swell to break. Best in winter with cold fronts pushing through.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, ⚠️ Shallow, 😮‍💨 Hold-downs, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Extremely shallow coral slab. Fast, thick barrels with serious consequences. Boat access only.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: LRV
  type: Place
  description: Unknown minutes drive from LRV airport. Requires boat access ($80/day).
content rating: community
contributor: Stormrider Guide, expedition reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 9
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 350
    workable range min: 315
    workable range max: 45
    sweet spot size m: 2.4
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 225
    offshore range min: 190
    offshore range max: 260
    max offshore speed kmh: 25
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: LRV
    drive time minutes: 0
    boat required: true
    boat cost usd per day: 80
    access notes: Fly CCS to LRV (Gran Roque), then boat to the break. Charter required.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Needs solid N swell to break. Best in winter with cold fronts pushing through.

Choroni - El Malecon
type: TouristAttraction
description: Choroni's El Malecon is a hollow right-hand point break that peels along the rocks at the edge of one of Venezuela's most charming colonial villages. Nestled inside Henri Pittier National Park, the drive in through cloud forest is half the adventure. When N-NE swells arrive, the wave delivers powerful, workable walls with barrel sections over flat rock bottom.
disambiguating description: 🌊 Colonial village point • Henri Pittier NP • Hollow right walls
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 10.502
  longitude: -67.614
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Choroni, Aragua
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Point
  description: This is a point break, breaking right.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 15°
  description: Works best with swells from 15° (NNE). Workable range: 345°-55°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.9m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 150°-220°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.3m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
  description: Winter N-NE swells. Hurricane season can deliver big swells September-October.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Rocky point break. Watch for currents near the point on bigger days.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: VLN
  type: Place
  description: 150 minutes drive from VLN airport.
content rating: community
contributor: Stormrider Guide, local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 4
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 15
    workable range min: 345
    workable range max: 55
    sweet spot size m: 1.85
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 180
    offshore range min: 150
    offshore range max: 220
    max offshore speed kmh: 40
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: VLN
    drive time minutes: 150
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Winding mountain road through Henri Pittier NP from Maracay. Stunning drive.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months: 4
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Winter N-NE swells. Hurricane season can deliver big swells September-October.

Cuyagua
type: TouristAttraction
description: Cuyagua is Venezuela's premier beach break—a dark-sand cove backed by the jungle-covered mountains of Henri Pittier National Park. The west end produces a fast, tubular left that barrels along a reef-sand bottom, while multiple peaks stretch along the bay. The Afro-Venezuelan village adds deep cultural flavour to what is already one of the most scenic surf settings in the Caribbean.
disambiguating description: 🏝️ Venezuela's best beachbreak • Fast tubular lefts • Jungle-backed cove
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 10.47925
  longitude: -67.70035
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Cuyagua, Aragua
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 15°
  description: Works best with swells from 15° (NNE). Workable range: 345°-55°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.9m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 200° (SSW)
  description: Offshore wind from 200° (SSW). Offshore range: 160°-240°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Works best between 0.5m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
  description: Winter N-NE swells. Best beachbreak in Venezuela at west end of beach.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🪨 Rocks
  description: Strong rips on bigger days. The left at the west end breaks near rocks.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: VLN
  type: Place
  description: 140 minutes drive from VLN airport.
content rating: community
contributor: Stormrider Guide, local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 5
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 15
    workable range min: 345
    workable range max: 55
    sweet spot size m: 1.85
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 200
    offshore range min: 160
    offshore range max: 240
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: VLN
    drive time minutes: 140
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Winding mountain road through Henri Pittier NP. Near Choroni.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months: 4
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Winter N-NE swells. Best beachbreak in Venezuela at west end of beach.

Patanemo Point
type: TouristAttraction
description: Patanemo Point is the coral reef setup on the other side of Patanemo Bay from La Bocaina. When conditions align perfectly—clean N-NE swell, light winds, right tide—it produces world-class waves over living coral that local surfers swear could be the best wave you've ever ridden. The bay's sheltered position means it needs more swell than exposed breaks, but when it turns on, it's magic.
disambiguating description: 👑 Hidden world-class coral • Patanemo Bay gem • When it's on, it's on
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 10.509
  longitude: -68.125
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Patanemo, Carabobo
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 20°
  description: Works best with swells from 20° (NNE). Workable range: 350°-60°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.9m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 200° (SSW)
  description: Offshore wind from 200° (SSW). Offshore range: 160°-240°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Works best between 0.3m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
  description: Same swell window as La Bocaina. Slightly more forgiving than the main reef.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, ⚠️ Shallow, 🦔 Urchins
  description: Shallow coral reef. Booties recommended.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: VLN
  type: Place
  description: 65 minutes drive from VLN airport.
content rating: community
contributor: Local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 3
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 20
    workable range min: 350
    workable range max: 60
    sweet spot size m: 1.85
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 200
    offshore range min: 160
    offshore range max: 240
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: VLN
    drive time minutes: 65
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Same access as La Bocaina. Patanemo Bay.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months: 4
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Same swell window as La Bocaina. Slightly more forgiving than the main reef.

Los Caracas
type: TouristAttraction
description: Los Caracas is a powerful reef break just east of Caracas on the Vargas coast, producing quality lefts and rights over flat rock bottom. Its proximity to the capital makes it one of Venezuela's most surfed spots—packed on weekends but rewarding on weekday swells. Multiple peaks mean you can usually find a less crowded section when it's firing.
disambiguating description: 🌊 Caracas's power reef • Multiple peaks • Weekend warrior favourite
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 10.613
  longitude: -66.827
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Vargas
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 15°
  description: Works best with swells from 15° (NNE). Workable range: 345°-55°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.9m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 150°-220°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Works best between 0.5m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
  description: Winter N-NE swells. Easy access from Caracas makes it popular on weekends.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Reef over flat rocks. Multiple peaks. Can get powerful.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: CCS
  type: Place
  description: 30 minutes drive from CCS airport.
content rating: community
contributor: Stormrider Guide, local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 5
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 15
    workable range min: 345
    workable range max: 55
    sweet spot size m: 1.85
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 180
    offshore range min: 150
    offshore range max: 220
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: CCS
    drive time minutes: 30
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Short drive east along the Litoral from Caracas airport.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months: 4
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Winter N-NE swells. Easy access from Caracas makes it popular on weekends.

Casa Verde
type: TouristAttraction
description: Casa Verde is a coral reef break in the Los Roques archipelago that comes alive when bigger north swells push through. While other spots in the chain break on moderate swell, Casa Verde needs solid size to show its best—but when it does, the crystal-clear turquoise water and remote atoll setting make it unforgettable.
disambiguating description: 🏝️ Big-swell Los Roques reef • Turquoise barrels • Remote atoll
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 11.94
  longitude: -66.68
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Los Roques
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10°
  description: Works best with swells from 10° (N). Workable range: 330°-50°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.8m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.4m. Too small below 1.8m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225° (SW)
  description: Offshore wind from 225° (SW). Offshore range: 190°-260°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Works best between 0.5m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Needs bigger N swell than other Los Roques spots. Best on solid winter swells.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, ⚠️ Shallow, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Coral reef in remote archipelago. Boat access required.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: LRV
  type: Place
  description: Unknown minutes drive from LRV airport. Requires boat access ($60/day).
content rating: community
contributor: Local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 7
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 10
    workable range min: 330
    workable range max: 50
    sweet spot size m: 2.4
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 225
    offshore range min: 190
    offshore range max: 260
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: LRV
    drive time minutes: 0
    boat required: true
    boat cost usd per day: 60
    access notes: Los Roques boat access; pin is island/reef-zone level and should be locally verified before marking exact.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    season explanation: Needs bigger N swell than other Los Roques spots. Best on solid winter swells.

The Point
type: TouristAttraction
description: The Point is the most consistent surf spot in the Los Roques archipelago, picking up swell that other breaks in the chain miss. A coral reef setup that works through all tides and on smaller swells, it's the go-to wave for visiting surfers who make the flight from Caracas. The setting—crystalline Caribbean water over pristine coral—is hard to beat anywhere.
disambiguating description: 🌊 Los Roques' most consistent • All-tide coral reef • Caribbean perfection
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 11.942
  longitude: -66.676
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Los Roques
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10°
  description: Works best with swells from 10° (N). Workable range: 340°-50°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225° (SW)
  description: Offshore wind from 225° (SW). Offshore range: 190°-260°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.3m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Most consistent wave in Los Roques. Works on smaller swells than other spots.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Coral reef. Remote but more forgiving than La Gillette.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: LRV
  type: Place
  description: Unknown minutes drive from LRV airport. Requires boat access ($50/day).
content rating: community
contributor: Local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 10
    workable range min: 340
    workable range max: 50
    sweet spot size m: 1.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 225
    offshore range min: 190
    offshore range max: 260
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: LRV
    drive time minutes: 0
    boat required: true
    boat cost usd per day: 50
    access notes: Los Roques boat access; coordinate offset separates the named point from Casa Verde but remains approximate.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Most consistent wave in Los Roques. Works on smaller swells than other spots.

Playa Parguito
type: TouristAttraction
description: Playa Parguito is Margarita Island's premier surf spot—a consistent beach break on the exposed northeast coast that picks up trade swells year-round. The sandy bottom and multiple peaks make it accessible for all levels, while bigger winter swells produce punchy, powerful waves. The spot hosted the Pan American Games surf event, cementing its reputation as Venezuela's most contest-ready beach break.
disambiguating description: 🏆 Margarita's best break • Pan Am venue • Year-round trade swell
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 11.12776
  longitude: -63.8491
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Margarita Island
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 45°
  description: Works best with swells from 45° (NE). Workable range: 10°-80°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225° (SW)
  description: Offshore wind from 225° (SW). Offshore range: 190°-270°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.3m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
  description: Year-round NE trade swell. Best in winter but rarely flat. Hosted 2001 Pan Am surf event.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 👥 Crowded
  description: Strong rips on bigger days. Gets crowded as the best spot on the island.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PMV
  type: Place
  description: 30 minutes drive from PMV airport.
content rating: community
contributor: Stormrider Guide, local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 6
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 45
    workable range min: 10
    workable range max: 80
    sweet spot size m: 1.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 225
    offshore range min: 190
    offshore range max: 270
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: PMV
    drive time minutes: 30
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: North coast of Margarita. 30 min from Porlamar airport. Good access.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months: 4
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
    secondary months: 6
    secondary months: 7
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Year-round NE trade swell. Best in winter but rarely flat. Hosted 2001 Pan Am surf event.

Guacuco
type: TouristAttraction
description: Guacuco is a fast, fun beach break on Margarita Island's northeast coast, just around the headland from Parguito. The exposed position means it picks up anything the Atlantic sends and has been known to handle hurricane swell. Less crowded than its neighbour, it offers a solid alternative with consistent, punchy waves.
disambiguating description: 🌊 Margarita's fun alternative • Handles hurricane swell • Fast beach peaks
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 11.05256
  longitude: -63.81477
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Margarita Island
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 55°
  description: Works best with swells from 55° (NE). Workable range: 20°-90°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 245° (WSW)
  description: Offshore wind from 245° (WSW). Offshore range: 210°-280°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.3m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
  description: Year-round NE trade swell. Can hold hurricane swell.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Standard beach break rips on bigger swells.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PMV
  type: Place
  description: 35 minutes drive from PMV airport.
content rating: community
contributor: Local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 4
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 55
    workable range min: 20
    workable range max: 90
    sweet spot size m: 1.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 245
    offshore range min: 210
    offshore range max: 280
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: PMV
    drive time minutes: 35
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Northeast coast Margarita. Near Parguito.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months: 4
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
    secondary months: 6
    secondary months: 7
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Year-round NE trade swell. Can hold hurricane swell.

Pui Pui
type: TouristAttraction
description: Pui Pui is a remote stretch of crystal-clear beach on Venezuela's Paria coast offering 13 to 15 separate surfable peaks. The exposed position picks up E-NE trade swell year-round, and the lack of crowds means you can surf peak after peak in warm, transparent water. The rough road in keeps the masses away, preserving one of Venezuela's most magical surf zones.
disambiguating description: 🏝️ 15 uncrowded peaks • Crystal clear water • Remote Paria paradise
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 10.70126
  longitude: -62.97007
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Sucre
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 55°
  description: Works best with swells from 55° (NE). Workable range: 20°-90°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225° (SW)
  description: Offshore wind from 225° (SW). Offshore range: 190°-270°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.3m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
  description: Exposed to E-NE trade swell year-round. Best in winter months.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🏝️ Remote, 🚶 Difficult access
  description: Remote location. Long drive on rough roads. Crystal-clear water.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: CUP
  type: Place
  description: 90 minutes drive from CUP airport.
content rating: community
contributor: Stormrider Guide, local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 55
    workable range min: 20
    workable range max: 90
    sweet spot size m: 1.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 225
    offshore range min: 190
    offshore range max: 270
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: CUP
    drive time minutes: 90
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Rough road east from Carupano. 4WD recommended. Remote but worth it.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months: 4
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
    secondary months: 6
    secondary months: 7
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Exposed to E-NE trade swell year-round. Best in winter months.

Chaguarama de Sotillo
type: TouristAttraction
description: Chaguarama de Sotillo sits on the wild Paria Peninsula—Venezuela's easternmost surf frontier. The reef and sand mix bottom produces quality waves on the constant E-NE trade swell, and the remoteness means you'll often surf alone. The surrounding cacao farms, hot springs, and thick jungle make this one of the most adventurous surf destinations in the Caribbean.
disambiguating description: 🌴 Paria Peninsula frontier • Cacao country surf • Wild and uncrowded
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 10.70027
  longitude: -62.9933
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Paria Peninsula, Sucre
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 55°
  description: Works best with swells from 55° (NE). Workable range: 20°-90°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225° (SW)
  description: Offshore wind from 225° (SW). Offshore range: 190°-270°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Works best between 0.5m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
  description: Year-round E-NE trade swell on the exposed Paria Peninsula.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Reef/sand mix bottom. Remote location on Paria Peninsula.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: CUP
  type: Place
  description: 30 minutes drive from CUP airport.
content rating: community
contributor: Local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 55
    workable range min: 20
    workable range max: 90
    sweet spot size m: 1.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 225
    offshore range min: 190
    offshore range max: 270
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: CUP
    drive time minutes: 30
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: East of Carupano on the Paria Peninsula. 4WD recommended.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months: 4
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
    secondary months: 6
    secondary months: 7
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Year-round E-NE trade swell on the exposed Paria Peninsula.

Chirere
type: TouristAttraction
description: Chirere is a fun beach break east of Caracas near Higuerote, far enough from the capital to avoid the weekend crowds. The north-facing position catches winter swells cleanly, and the sandy bottom makes it forgiving for all levels. A mellow vibe and warm water complete the picture.
disambiguating description: 🌊 East of Caracas escape • Mellow beach break • Uncrowded fun
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 10.6186
  longitude: -66.18963
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Miranda
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 350°
  description: Works best with swells from 350° (N). Workable range: 310°-30°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 140°-220°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.3m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: North-facing coast east of Caracas. Best on rising or falling tide.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Standard beach break rips.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: CCS
  type: Place
  description: 130 minutes drive from CCS airport.
content rating: community
contributor: Local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 3
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 350
    workable range min: 310
    workable range max: 30
    sweet spot size m: 1.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 180
    offshore range min: 140
    offshore range max: 220
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: CCS
    drive time minutes: 130
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: East of Caracas via Higuerote. Roughly 2 hours drive.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: North-facing coast east of Caracas. Best on rising or falling tide.

Puerto Azul
type: TouristAttraction
description: Puerto Azul is an unusual Venezuelan surf spot that faces southwest, picking up swell from a completely different direction than the country's typical N-NE facing breaks. When the trade swell spots are flat, Puerto Azul can have waves—making it a handy alternative for Caracas surfers. The sandy bottom and gentle waves suit beginners and longboarders.
disambiguating description: 🌊 SW swell alternative • Sandy mellow waves • When NE is flat
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 10.62043
  longitude: -66.7447
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Vargas
  address country: Venezuela
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225°
  description: Works best with swells from 225° (SW). Workable range: 190°-260°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.8m - 2m
  description: Ideal size: 1.4m. Too small below 0.8m, too big (closeout) above 2m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 45° (NE)
  description: Offshore wind from 45° (NE). Offshore range: 10°-80°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.3m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
  description: SW swell window—unusual for Venezuela. Works when trade swell spots are flat.
tourist type: All skill levels
accessibility API: Nearest airport: CCS
  type: Place
  description: 20 minutes drive from CCS airport.
content rating: community
contributor: Local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 3
  crowd level: 3
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 225
    workable range min: 190
    workable range max: 260
    sweet spot size m: 1.4
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 45
    offshore range min: 10
    offshore range max: 80
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: CCS
    drive time minutes: 20
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Very close to CCS airport on the Vargas coast.
  best season:
    primary months: 6
    primary months: 7
    primary months: 8
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months names: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
    secondary months: 11
    secondary months: 12
    secondary months: 1
    secondary months: 2
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    season explanation: SW swell window—unusual for Venezuela. Works when trade swell spots are flat.