Caleta Matanzas, Chile
Caleta Matanzas, Chile is a Medium waves and Big waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for Intermediate riders, but Expert will love it.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from S, SSW and SW .
There is Food available on the spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Caleta Matanzas, Chile !
Safety first! There is Rescue/Lifeguards on the spot.
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
Caleta Matanzas, Chile is a Medium waves and Big waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for Intermediate riders, but Expert will love it.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from S, SSW and SW .
There is Food available on the spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Caleta Matanzas, Chile !
Safety first! There is Rescue/Lifeguards on the spot.
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
How to get there
The beach is located 140 km from Santiago. You can get there by car or bus from Santiago to Matanzas. You can park there in the parking lot of the spot, not on the sand.
Nearest Airports
Distance
155km from spot
1530km from spot
2755km from spot
How to get there
How to get there
The beach is located 140 km from Santiago. You can get there by car or bus from Santiago to Matanzas. You can park there in the parking lot of the spot, not on the sand.
Nearest Airports
Distance
155km from spot
1530km from spot
2755km from spot
Best Schools in Chile
Riding Conditions in Caleta Matanzas, Chile
Riding Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
A wetsuit is always needed. Wetsuit 4/3 seam sealed minimum required, hood, gloves, booties highly recommended.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from S, SSW and SW .
There is Thermal wind at Caleta Matanzas, Chile.
Devil winds on inside in some places. Due to the current the wind on the water feels less strong.
Wind usually blows from S, SSW and SW on the spot.
The best moments to come to Caleta Matanzas, Chile are January, February, March, August, September, October, November and December .
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
A wetsuit is always needed. Wetsuit 4/3 seam sealed minimum required, hood, gloves, booties highly recommended.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from S, SSW and SW .
There is Thermal wind at Caleta Matanzas, Chile.
Devil winds on inside in some places. Due to the current the wind on the water feels less strong.
Wind usually blows from S, SSW and SW on the spot.
The best moments to come to Caleta Matanzas, Chile are January, February, March, August, September, October, November and December .
Beach and Tide Conditions
Caleta Matanzas, Chile is a Medium waves and Big waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
Sandy beach. The launch is easy, self landing is possible if you wait for a window of wind, because is very gusty in the beach. From December to March the beach is full of people so it's better if you ask for help to launch-land your kite.
Excellent waves. Cross onshore and more onshore as you ride. Good from 1 to 6 meters, lots of swell, very, very strong currents that suck wind from your kite, rock hazards on inside. Not an easy wave to ride well, not for beginners. Mostly a windsurfers spot.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Beach and Tide Conditions
Caleta Matanzas, Chile is a Medium waves and Big waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
Sandy beach. The launch is easy, self landing is possible if you wait for a window of wind, because is very gusty in the beach. From December to March the beach is full of people so it's better if you ask for help to launch-land your kite.
Excellent waves. Cross onshore and more onshore as you ride. Good from 1 to 6 meters, lots of swell, very, very strong currents that suck wind from your kite, rock hazards on inside. Not an easy wave to ride well, not for beginners. Mostly a windsurfers spot.
Need to know
When you are on water,
be careful
of
Currents and Rocks
.
Beach risks reported:
Trees,Other
.
The is no particular rules reported , but as a best practice, talk to a local before you go on water.
Need to know
Need to know
When you are on water,
be careful
of
Currents and Rocks
.
Beach risks reported:
Trees,Other
.
The is no particular rules reported , but as a best practice, talk to a local before you go on water.
Best Schools in Chile
Additional information
A parking is available at Caleta Matanzas, Chile.
The spot has Showers and Toilets facilities.
There is Food available on the spot
Respect for local riders mandatory.
Webcams around Caleta Matanzas, Chile
Webcams around Caleta Matanzas, Chile
Weather Forecast for the next 10days
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10:35 0.9m
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11:20 0.9m
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12:10 1.0m
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Wind and Temperature over the past years
Wind and Temperature over the past years
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There are 1 kitesurf school and 56 kitesurf spots in Chile.
Best months: January February March October November December
Best months: January February March October November December
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Caleta Matanzas, Chile













