Montanita La Punta
Montanita is Ecuador's most famous wave and surf town - a right-hand point break that barrels at low tide over a rocky reef. The vibrant party town atmosphere attracts surfers, backpackers, and beach lovers from around the world. When rare N swells hit during summer, the point produces perfect, long rides.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 315°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ENE (67°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 90°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.2m
- Danger below
- 0.2m
Water temp
25°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
8/10
Access: Main surf town. Party scene.
Best Season
Peak: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May
Secondary: Jun-Nov
Best December-May. Barrels at low tide.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Montanita Beach
🌊 Beginner beach • Surf school central • High tide fun
Montañita
🎉 Ecuador's party wave • Famous left point • Backpacker paradise
La Rinconada
🌊 Montanita alternative • Left reef • Fewer crowds
Olon
👨👩👧 Family-friendly • Montanita escape • Quiet beach
Ayampe
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Las Tunas
🏖️ Quiet alternative • Near Ayampe • Year-round waves