La Bellaca
La Bellaca is a versatile left point break that works with both NW and SW swells, making it one of the more consistent spots on the Manabi coast. The wave offers long, workable walls with good power.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Direction range
- 225° - 315°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2m - 2.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (112°)
- Offshore range
- 90° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
24°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: South of Manta. Coastal road.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is La Bellaca?
La Bellaca is a point break in Manabi, Ecuador, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at La Bellaca?
La Bellaca picks up swell from the SW round to the NW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the W. It starts working at around 1.2m and handles up to about 3m, with the sweet spot around 2 to 2.6m. 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 La Bellaca?
An ESE wind is dead offshore at La Bellaca, and anything from the E 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 La Bellaca?
La Bellaca is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.4m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf La Bellaca?
La Bellaca works year-round. Works with NW and SW swells year-round.
How cold is the water at La Bellaca?
The water at La Bellaca averages around 24°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 Bellaca good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 3/10). Rocky point. Strong currents.
How do I get to La Bellaca?
The nearest airport on our list is MEC, then it's roughly a one-hour drive. South of Manta. Coastal road.
What other surf spots are near La Bellaca?
The closest breaks we track are San Mateo (25 km), Canoa (46 km) and Rio Chico (57 km), handy when La Bellaca isn't working. We track 7 spots around Manabi in total.
Best Season
Peak: Jan-Dec
Works with NW and SW swells year-round.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
San Mateo
🎣 Fishing village left • Long walls • Near Manta
Canoa
🎒 Backpacker haven • Long beach • Consistent peaks
Rio Chico
🌊 River mouth left • S-SW swells • Quiet option
Puerto Cayo
🎣 Fishing port right • Mellow waves • Quiet village
Las Tunas
🏖️ Quiet alternative • Near Ayampe • Year-round waves
Ayampe
🧘 Eco-village waves • Yoga retreat scene • Beginner-friendly