Totoralillo
Totoralillo is a quality right-hand point break in a charming fishing village near La Serena.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (220°)
- Direction range
- 190° - 260°
- Size range
- 1m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 1.9m - 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 50° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
15°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Small fishing village. Good camping.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Totoralillo?
Totoralillo is a point break in Coquimbo, Chile, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Totoralillo?
Totoralillo picks up swell from the S round to the W, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SW. It starts working at around 1m and handles up to about 3m, with the sweet spot around 1.9 to 2.5m. Period matters too: aim for 16s or longer, as anything under 12s 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 Totoralillo?
An E wind is dead offshore at Totoralillo, and anything from the NE round to the SE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Totoralillo?
Totoralillo is at its best around the mid to high tide, roughly 0.4m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Totoralillo?
The most reliable run of swell at Totoralillo comes Apr to Sep. There's a second window in Mar and Oct too. Best with winter SW groundswells.
How cold is the water at Totoralillo?
The water at Totoralillo averages around 15°C, so you'll want a 4/3mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Totoralillo good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 5/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 3/10). Rocky point. Watch for sea urchins.
How do I get to Totoralillo?
The nearest airport on our list is LSC, then it's roughly a 30-minute drive. Small fishing village. Good camping.
What other surf spots are near Totoralillo?
The closest breaks we track are Totoralillo El Muro (13 km) and Totoralillo El Pipe (13 km), handy when Totoralillo isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Best with winter SW groundswells.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Totoralillo El Muro
🧱 The Wall • Powerful rights • Totoralillo section
Totoralillo El Pipe
🛢️ Totoralillo Pipeline • Hollow lefts • Barrel section
Punta de Choros
🐧 Penguin reserve point • Remote adventure • Wildlife
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