Catanas Point
Catanas Point is a heavy reef break north of Luanda that produces thick, hollow barrels when SW swells arrive during the austral winter. The wave breaks over a shallow reef, demanding respect and experience. When it's on, it's one of the best waves in Angola—powerful, hollow, and virtually uncrowded.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 260°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.8m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.5m
Water temp
24°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Heavy reef break north of Ponta Preta. Expert only, thick barrels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Catanas Point?
Catanas Point works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Catanas Point?
Offshore wind at Catanas Point blows from the E (90°). Anything in the 60° to 130° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Catanas Point?
Catanas Point wants SW swell (200° to 260°) between 1.2m and 3.5m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Catanas Point?
The main season at Catanas Point is Apr-Sep. A secondary window runs Mar, Oct. SW swell season. Heavy reef break north of Ponta Preta.
How do I get to Catanas Point?
Fly into LAD, then allow about 90 minutes by road. Heavy reef break north of Ponta Preta. Expert only, thick barrels.
What kind of wave is Catanas Point?
Catanas Point is a reef break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 8/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
SW swell season. Heavy reef break north of Ponta Preta.