Chaguarama de Sotillo
Chaguarama de Sotillo sits on the wild Paria Peninsula—Venezuela's easternmost surf frontier. The reef and sand mix bottom produces quality waves on the constant E-NE trade swell, and the remoteness means you'll often surf alone. The surrounding cacao farms, hot springs, and thick jungle make this one of the most adventurous surf destinations in the Caribbean.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NE (55°)
- Direction range
- 20° - 90°
- Size range
- 1m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Offshore range
- 190° - 270°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
1/10
Access: East of Carupano on the Paria Peninsula. 4WD recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Chaguarama de Sotillo?
Chaguarama de Sotillo works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.5m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Chaguarama de Sotillo?
Offshore wind at Chaguarama de Sotillo blows from the SW (225°). Anything in the 190° to 270° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Chaguarama de Sotillo?
Chaguarama de Sotillo wants NE swell (20° to 90°) between 1m and 2.5m, with a period of 12s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Chaguarama de Sotillo?
The main season at Chaguarama de Sotillo is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr. A secondary window runs Jun-Oct. Year-round E-NE trade swell on the exposed Paria Peninsula.
How do I get to Chaguarama de Sotillo?
Fly into CUP, then allow about 30 minutes by road. East of Carupano on the Paria Peninsula. 4WD recommended.
What kind of wave is Chaguarama de Sotillo?
Chaguarama de Sotillo is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: Jun-Oct
Year-round E-NE trade swell on the exposed Paria Peninsula.
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