Aticama (San Blas)

Aticama (San Blas) is a point-break surfing spot where the wave profile is described as long and peeling, with ride opportunities that can be genuinely extended when the swell is right. The bottom is described as sandy in some notes, while other details mention mixed/rocky sections and shallow to mid-depth conditions depending on where you are on the point. One provider also notes an exposed character to the break, so conditions can vary with wind and tide. Across the supplied descriptions, Aticama is treated as beginner-friendly for point-break progression, with one source emphasizing fast-peeling long left-hand sections over sandy bottom and another describing long, mellow right-hand point waves that wrap into the bay. This means that, in practice, the exact direction/section you’ll ride can depend on swell angle and the specific part of the point you choose. Safety considerations are significant. Multiple hazards are listed including rocks and marine life such as sharks; there are also notes about sea urchins and stingrays. Additionally, the region is famous for jejenes (tiny biting gnats), especially at dawn and dusk—heavy insect repellent is strongly recommended, and timing your sessions can matter. Low tide may expose rocks along the point, making entry and exit more complicated. Wind is primarily discussed in terms of a sea-breeze/thermal pattern for the broader San Blas & Aticama area (an afternoon window is common), but spot-level wind reliability is also described as low with variability by direction. For surfing, the practical takeaway is to plan around swell and tide while also preparing for rocks and insect activity.