Cabo Pasado (Manabi)

Cabo Pasado is an exposed reef break on the Manabí coast, known for producing consistent lefts and rights on a rocky reef. The spot is described as remote and uncrowded, with access that can require careful timing around tide conditions. Surf conditions are generally characterized as good: multiple sources describe peeling waves with workable surf across all tide stages (one source notes best performance at mid tide). The break is most associated with clean groundswells approaching from the northwest/west-northwest, and it’s also described as capable of handling larger swells—though larger swell can become more sectiony. Wind is reported as best when it comes from the east/east-southeast, which is offshore for this location and tends to support cleaner surf. Thermal effects/sea-breeze enhancement are described as most common in the afternoons during the summer months, though overall wind reliability is also described as low. Safety is the priority at this spot. Hazards include rocks, sharks, rip currents, and an isolated coastline with no lifeguard presence and limited rescue availability. Visitors are advised to bring all necessary supplies, be prepared for restricted access, and approach only when conditions match a safe low-tide window for walking/landing when relevant.