Las Islitas (Matanchen Bay)
Las Islitas in Matanchen Bay holds the Guinness World Record for the world's longest rideable wave at 5,700 feet. When conditions align—typically needing a large, long-period south swell—the wave can connect through multiple points for rides lasting several minutes. While jetty construction has altered the wave somewhat, it still offers the potential for extraordinarily long rides on the right day. The wave is mellow and forgiving, making those marathon rides accessible to surfers of various skill levels.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- S (180°)
- Direction range
- 170° - 190°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 17s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Offshore range
- 30° - 60°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
3/10
👥 Summer Break (Jul 15 – Aug 31) — expect extra crowds
Access: Drive to San Blas, then to bay. Basic town accommodations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Las Islitas (Matanchen Bay)?
Las Islitas (Matanchen Bay) works best on a mid to high tide. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Las Islitas (Matanchen Bay)?
Offshore wind at Las Islitas (Matanchen Bay) blows from the NE (45°). Anything in the 30° to 60° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Las Islitas (Matanchen Bay)?
Las Islitas (Matanchen Bay) wants S swell (170° to 190°) between 1.2m and 2.4m, with a period of 17s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Las Islitas (Matanchen Bay)?
The main season at Las Islitas (Matanchen Bay) is Jun-Sep. A secondary window runs May, Oct. Needs specific long-period south swell. Rare but epic.
How do I get to Las Islitas (Matanchen Bay)?
Fly into PVR, then allow about 180 minutes by road. Drive to San Blas, then to bay. Basic town accommodations.
What kind of wave is Las Islitas (Matanchen Bay)?
Las Islitas (Matanchen Bay) is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Jun-Sep
Secondary: May, Oct
Needs specific long-period south swell. Rare but epic.
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