Cavancha
Cavancha is Iquique's main urban beach. Beginner-friendly beach break with consistent waves year-round.
Cavancha surf forecast
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WSW (240°)
- Direction range
- 210° - 280°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.2m - 1.7m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (100°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 140°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.4m
Water temp
17°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Central Iquique beach. Easy access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Cavancha?
The Cavancha profile favors the recorded tide range, ideally between 0.3m and 1.4m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Cavancha?
The Cavancha profile uses wind from E (100°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 60° to 140°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Cavancha?
The Cavancha scoring profile favors swell from WSW (210° to 280°), a swell-height range of 0.6m to 2m, and a reference period of 14s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Cavancha?
The main season at Cavancha is Mar-Oct. A secondary window runs Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb. Year-round surf. Autumn to spring best.
How do I get to Cavancha?
The spot profile lists IQQ as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 5 minutes. Central Iquique beach. Easy access.
What kind of wave is Cavancha?
Cavancha is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 3/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Year-round surf. Autumn to spring best.
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