Matanzas
Matanzas is Chile's premier kitesurfing spot. Surfers: mornings only.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- 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.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Famous for strong afternoon winds. Morning surf.
Getting There
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