Matanzas La Boca
Matanzas La Boca is a right point break at the famous kitesurfing town. Unlike the left point (Matanzas), this right works at low tide but requires early morning sessions before the notorious afternoon winds blow in.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 250°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 70° - 110°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.2m
Water temp
14°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Famous for afternoon wind. Mornings only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Matanzas La Boca?
Matanzas La Boca works best on a low tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.2m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Matanzas La Boca?
Offshore wind at Matanzas La Boca blows from the E (90°). Anything in the 70° to 110° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Matanzas La Boca?
Matanzas La Boca wants SW swell (200° to 250°) between 1.2m and 2.4m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Matanzas La Boca?
The main season at Matanzas La Boca is Apr-Sep. A secondary window runs Mar, Oct. Morning only. Afternoon winds destroy it.
How do I get to Matanzas La Boca?
Fly into SCL, then allow about 155 minutes by road. Famous for afternoon wind. Mornings only.
What kind of wave is Matanzas La Boca?
Matanzas La Boca is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Morning only. Afternoon winds destroy it.
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