The Point
The Point is the most consistent surf spot in the Los Roques archipelago, picking up swell that other breaks in the chain miss. A coral reef setup that works through all tides and on smaller swells, it's the go-to wave for visiting surfers who make the flight from Caracas. The setting—crystalline Caribbean water over pristine coral—is hard to beat anywhere.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (10°)
- Direction range
- 340° - 50°
- 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° - 260°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.8m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
1/10
Access: Los Roques boat access; coordinate offset separates the named point from Casa Verde but remains approximate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is The Point?
The Point is a reef break in Los Roques, Venezuela, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at The Point?
The Point picks up swell from the NNW round to the NE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the N. 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 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 The Point?
A SW wind is dead offshore at The Point, 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 The Point?
The Point has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.3m to 1.8m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf The Point?
The most reliable run of swell at The Point comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Sep to Oct too. Most consistent wave in Los Roques. Works on smaller swells than other spots.
How cold is the water at The Point?
The water at The Point 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 The Point good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 5/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 1/10). Coral reef. Remote but more forgiving than La Gillette.
How do I get to The Point?
The nearest airport on our list is LRV. From there you need a boat to reach the break (we estimate around $50 USD, but confirm with an operator). Los Roques boat access; coordinate offset separates the named point from Casa Verde but remains approximate.
What other surf spots are near The Point?
The closest breaks we track are Punto La Gillette (0.5 km) and Casa Verde (0.5 km), handy when The Point isn't working. Fun fact: it's the second most northerly break we track in Venezuela.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Most consistent wave in Los Roques. Works on smaller swells than other spots.
Getting There
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