Punto La Gillette
Punto La Gillette is the gnarliest wave in Venezuela—a shallow coral slab in the remote Los Roques archipelago that produces fast, thick right barrels when solid north swells slam into the outer reef. The turquoise water and white-sand cays create a paradise setting, but make no mistake: this wave is heavy, shallow, and unforgiving. Boat access only adds to the adventure.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (350°)
- Direction range
- 315° - 45°
- Size range
- 1.8m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.3m - 2.7m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Offshore range
- 190° - 260°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.8m - 1.8m
- Danger below
- 0.3m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
9/10
Crowd level
1/10
Access: Fly CCS to LRV (Gran Roque), then boat to the break. Charter required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Punto La Gillette?
Punto La Gillette is a slab in Los Roques, Venezuela, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Punto La Gillette?
Punto La Gillette picks up swell from the NW round to the NE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the N. It starts working at around 1.8m and handles up to about 3m, with the sweet spot around 2.3 to 2.7m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s 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 Punto La Gillette?
A SW wind is dead offshore at Punto La Gillette, and anything from the S round to the W keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 5am to 9am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Punto La Gillette?
Punto La Gillette is at its best around the mid to high tide, roughly 0.8m to 1.8m on the local chart. Below 0.3m it gets dangerously shallow.
When is the best time of year to surf Punto La Gillette?
The most reliable run of swell at Punto La Gillette comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Sep to Oct too. Needs solid N swell to break. Best in winter with cold fronts pushing through.
How cold is the water at Punto La Gillette?
The water at Punto La Gillette 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 Punto La Gillette good for beginners?
No. As a slab, it's strictly for experienced surfers. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 1/10). Extremely shallow coral slab. Fast, thick barrels with serious consequences. Boat access only.
How do I get to Punto La Gillette?
The nearest airport on our list is LRV. From there you need a boat to reach the break (we estimate around $80 USD, but confirm with an operator). Fly CCS to LRV (Gran Roque), then boat to the break. Charter required.
What other surf spots are near Punto La Gillette?
The closest breaks we track are The Point (0.5 km) and Casa Verde (0.9 km), handy when Punto La Gillette isn't working. Fun fact: it's the most northerly break we track in Venezuela.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Needs solid N swell to break. Best in winter with cold fronts pushing through.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
The Point
🌊 Los Roques' most consistent • All-tide coral reef • Caribbean perfection
Casa Verde
🏝️ Big-swell Los Roques reef • Turquoise barrels • Remote atoll
Puerto Azul
🌊 SW swell alternative • Sandy mellow waves • When NE is flat
Los Caracas
🌊 Caracas's power reef • Multiple peaks • Weekend warrior favourite
Chirere
🌊 East of Caracas escape • Mellow beach break • Uncrowded fun
Choroni - El Malecon
🌊 Colonial village point • Henri Pittier NP • Hollow right walls
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