Punta Dos
Punta Dos ("Point Two") is another heavy slab in the Iquique complex, delivering thick barrels over a shallow reef. Part of the world-class concentration of slabs in this northern Chile city.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 250°
- Size range
- 1.8m - 3.6m
- Ideal size
- 2.6m - 3.2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 18s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ENE (67°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 90°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
- Danger below
- 0.3m
Water temp
17°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Iquique slab zone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Punta Dos?
Punta Dos is a slab in Iquique, Chile, that mostly breaks left. It's also a renowned bodyboarding wave.
What swell works best at Punta Dos?
Punta Dos picks up swell from the SSW round to the WSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SW. It starts working at around 1.8m and handles up to about 3.6m, with the sweet spot around 2.6 to 3.2m. Period matters too: aim for 18s or longer, as anything under 14s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Punta Dos?
An ENE wind is dead offshore at Punta Dos, and anything from the NE round to the E keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Punta Dos?
Punta Dos is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.5m to 1.5m on the local chart. Below 0.3m it gets dangerously shallow.
When is the best time of year to surf Punta Dos?
The most reliable run of swell at Punta Dos comes Apr to Sep. There's a second window in Mar and Oct too. Heavy reef/slab.
How cold is the water at Punta Dos?
The water at Punta Dos averages around 17°C, so you'll want a 3/2mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Punta Dos good for beginners?
No. As a slab, it's strictly for experienced surfers. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Heavy wave. Experts only.
How do I get to Punta Dos?
The nearest airport on our list is IQQ, then it's roughly a 10-minute drive. Iquique slab zone.
What other surf spots are near Punta Dos?
The closest breaks we track are Iquique (0.2 km), El Colegio (0.2 km) and Intendencia (0.3 km), handy when Punta Dos isn't working. We track 6 spots around Iquique in total.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Heavy reef/slab.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Iquique
🏜️ Atacama meets Pacific • Cold water lefts • Dramatic desert setting
El Colegio
🎓 The School • Harsh lessons • Iquique heaviest
Intendencia
🌊 Wedging slab • Thick barrels • Iquique power
Hueso de Ballena
🐋 Whale Bone reef • Quality left • Less intense
Cavancha
🏖️ Iquique city beach • Beginner-friendly • Consistent
Huayquique
🌊 Northern Chile point • Long lefts • Desert backdrop
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