Los Caracas
Los Caracas is a powerful reef break just east of Caracas on the Vargas coast, producing quality lefts and rights over flat rock bottom. Its proximity to the capital makes it one of Venezuela's most surfed spots—packed on weekends but rewarding on weekday swells. Multiple peaks mean you can usually find a less crowded section when it's firing.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNE (15°)
- Direction range
- 345° - 55°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.8m - 2.2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 13s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- S (180°)
- Offshore range
- 150° - 220°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.8m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Short drive east along the Litoral from Caracas airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Los Caracas?
Los Caracas is a reef break in Vargas, Venezuela, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Los Caracas?
Los Caracas picks up swell from the NNW round to the NE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NNE. It starts working at around 1.2m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.8 to 2.2m. Period matters too: aim for 13s or longer, as anything under 9s 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 Los Caracas?
A S wind is dead offshore at Los Caracas, and anything from the SSE round to the SW keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 5am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Los Caracas?
Los Caracas is at its best around the mid to high tide, roughly 0.5m to 1.8m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Los Caracas?
The most reliable run of swell at Los Caracas comes Nov to Apr. There's a second window in Sep to Oct too. Winter N-NE swells. Easy access from Caracas makes it popular on weekends.
How cold is the water at Los Caracas?
The water at Los Caracas averages around 27°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Los Caracas 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. Expect a moderate crowd (5/10) when it's on. Reef over flat rocks. Multiple peaks. Can get powerful.
How do I get to Los Caracas?
The nearest airport on our list is CCS, then it's roughly a 30-minute drive. Short drive east along the Litoral from Caracas airport.
What other surf spots are near Los Caracas?
The closest breaks we track are Puerto Azul (9.0 km), handy when Los Caracas isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Winter N-NE swells. Easy access from Caracas makes it popular on weekends.
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