Matanzas
Matanzas is Chile's premier kitesurfing spot. Surfers: mornings only.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (220°)
- Direction range
- 190° - 260°
- Size range
- 1m - 3.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.8m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (85°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 125°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
13°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Famous kitesurfing spot. Mornings for surfing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Matanzas?
Matanzas works best on a mid to high tide, ideally between 0.4m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Matanzas?
Offshore wind at Matanzas blows from the E (85°). Anything in the 45° to 125° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Matanzas?
Matanzas wants SW swell (190° to 260°) between 1m and 3.5m, with a period of 16s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Matanzas?
The main season at Matanzas is Apr-Sep. A secondary window runs Mar, Oct. Famous for strong afternoon winds. Morning surf.
How do I get to Matanzas?
Fly into SCL, then allow about 150 minutes by road. Famous kitesurfing spot. Mornings for surfing.
What kind of wave is Matanzas?
Matanzas is a point break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Famous for strong afternoon winds. Morning surf.
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