At a glance
Break type
Reef
Wave direction
Right
Best swell
ENE (NE–E window)
Ideal size
4–12 ft
Best tide
All tides
Consistency
Consistent
Peak season
Jan–Dec
Nearest airport
SJO · ~44 mi
About this spot
Costa Rica's heaviest wave — a shallow, slabbing Caribbean reef barrel at Puerto Viejo. Experts only, best on winter north swell.
Location
9.6550, -82.7283
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