La Setenta
La Setenta (The Seventy) is Havana's premier reef break—named for its location near 70th Street and the old Russian Embassy. The wave handles solid size and produces quality barrels over sharp reef. Cuban surfing's urban gem.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- N (350°)
- Direction range
- 320° - 20°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.8m - 2.2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- S (180°)
- Offshore range
- 150° - 210°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.8m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Havana. Near 70th Street (hence the name).
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is La Setenta?
La Setenta is a reef break in Havana, Cuba, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at La Setenta?
La Setenta picks up swell from the NW round to the NNE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the N. It starts working at around 1.2m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.8 to 2.2m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s 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 La Setenta?
A S wind is dead offshore at La Setenta, and anything from the SSE round to the SSW 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 La Setenta?
La Setenta is at its best around the mid to high tide, roughly 0.6m to 1.8m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf La Setenta?
The most reliable run of swell at La Setenta comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Sep to Oct too. Handles size to 8ft. Near Russian Embassy. Sharp reef.
How cold is the water at La Setenta?
The water at La Setenta averages around 27°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is La Setenta good for beginners?
Not really. It's rated 7/10 for difficulty and suits experienced surfers. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Handles size to 8ft. Near Russian Embassy. Sharp reef.
How do I get to La Setenta?
The nearest airport on our list is HAV, then it's roughly a 20-minute drive. Havana. Near 70th Street (hence the name).
What other surf spots are near La Setenta?
The closest breaks we track are Calle 70 (0.4 km), handy when La Setenta isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Handles size to 8ft. Near Russian Embassy. Sharp reef.