Punta Carola
Galapagos · Ecuador
Right-hand reefgood for intermediates and advanced surfers
Right on the volcanic reef by Puerto Baquerizo, season Dec–Apr. Best wind — SE (trade).
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Right-hand reef |
|---|---|
| Good for | intermediates and advanced surfers |
| Beach faces | northwest |
| Working swell | from west — northeast |
| Coordinates | -0.889, -89.618 |
FAQ
Is Punta Carola good for beginners?
Punta Carola is a spot for intermediates and advanced surfers. Beginners are better off at an easier spot nearby — see the list below; Plyuh’s forecast shows where it’s safe to learn today.
What’s the surf forecast for Punta Carola today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#galapagos/carola-galapagos. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Galapagos
- Tongo Reef — Left-hand reef, advanced surfers
- El Cañón — Left-hand reef, intermediates and advanced surfers
- La Lobería — Left-hand reef, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Tortuga Bay — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- La Ratonera — Right-hand reef, intermediates and advanced surfers