Carnero Point
Carnero Point on Isla Carenero is one of Bocas del Toro's most consistent waves—a quality right that breaks over reef in the channel between islands. A short boat ride from town, it offers reliable surf when other spots are too big or blown out. Classic Caribbean point surf.
Today's Conditions
Find FlightsLocation & Conditions
Tide Times
Strike Score Breakdown
Location & Conditions
Get the full Carnero Point trip window
Pro unlocks the 10-day forecast window, unlimited alerts, and custom spot tracking that help turn a good-looking surf report into a better travel decision.
10-day window
See the trip window before flights get expensive.
Unlimited alerts
Let the app watch your score threshold for you.
Custom spots
Track the breaks that actually matter to your travel plans.
Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Direction range
- 20° - 80°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 1.03×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Offshore range
- 190° - 260°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.8m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Bocas del Toro. Short boat ride from main island.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Winter swells. Consistent quality right.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Silverbacks
🦍 Caribbean power right • Shark territory • Bocas' best when on
Paunch
🌴 Bocas signature wave • Barrels to walls • Complete package
Tiger Tails
🐯 Bocas reef alternative • Near Paunch • Mellow vibe
Dumpees
🫧 Bocas' sucky tubes • Bodysurfer origins • Technical barrels
Wizard Beach
🧙 Bocas beach magic • Fun for all levels • Boat access paradise
Bluff Beach
💥 Caribbean Supertubos • Heavy shorebreak • Bocas barrel factory