Playa Parguito
Playa Parguito is Margarita Island's premier surf spot—a consistent beach break on the exposed northeast coast that picks up trade swells year-round. The sandy bottom and multiple peaks make it accessible for all levels, while bigger winter swells produce punchy, powerful waves. The spot hosted the Pan American Games surf event, cementing its reputation as Venezuela's most contest-ready beach break.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Direction range
- 10° - 80°
- Size range
- 1m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Offshore range
- 190° - 270°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.8m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
6/10
Access: North coast of Margarita. 30 min from Porlamar airport. Good access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Playa Parguito?
Playa Parguito is a beach break in Margarita Island, Venezuela, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Playa Parguito?
Playa Parguito picks up swell from the N round to the E, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NE. It starts working at around 1m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.7 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 12s or longer, as anything under 8s 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 Playa Parguito?
A SW wind is dead offshore at Playa Parguito, and anything from the S round to the W 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 Playa Parguito?
Playa Parguito has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.3m to 1.8m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Playa Parguito?
The most reliable run of swell at Playa Parguito comes Nov to Apr. There's a second window in Jun to Oct too. Year-round NE trade swell. Best in winter but rarely flat. Hosted 2001 Pan Am surf event.
How cold is the water at Playa Parguito?
The water at Playa Parguito 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 Playa Parguito good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 4/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (6/10) when it's on. Strong rips on bigger days. Gets crowded as the best spot on the island.
How do I get to Playa Parguito?
The nearest airport on our list is PMV, then it's roughly a 30-minute drive. North coast of Margarita. 30 min from Porlamar airport. Good access.
What other surf spots are near Playa Parguito?
The closest breaks we track are Guacuco (9.2 km), handy when Playa Parguito isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: Jun-Oct
Year-round NE trade swell. Best in winter but rarely flat. Hosted 2001 Pan Am surf event.
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