Punta de Guiria
- Longboard, Beginners
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Flat
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Punta de Guiria is a remote sandy beach break on the Paria Peninsula area (near Pozo Colorado) that’s described as fairly consistent for surfing, including small to small/medium waves. Multiple sources emphasize that it can work well with north-east swell starting around 0.3 m, while surf conditions are reported to be cleanest when the wind blows from the south. For timing, surf-forecast data highlights September as the best month, including a relatively high blown percentage (68%) alongside notes that September delivers the most favorable consistency. Separately, another source points to January, February, and March as the most consistent period, so planning around the shoulder/dry-season pattern can be worthwhile depending on your swell expectations. Conditions are generally suited to beginner sessions: the ride is described as short with soft, mushy waves and average-to-moderate wave quality. The spot uses an all-tides approach, and the launch is characterized as easy with small shore break. Safety is a key consideration here. Sharks are specifically flagged as a hazard, and the area is remote with limited lifeguard presence and limited formal rescue availability. Because facilities are sparse, visitors should plan to bring the necessary supplies and be self-sufficient during the session.
- Beginner-oriented beach break on a sandy launch
- Best conditions reported with south wind and NE swell (around 0.3 m+)
- Shark hazard noted
- Remote setting with limited facilities
- Beginner-friendly beach break with a simple sandy launch.
- Often consistent surf with a noted best window around September (and also January–March cited as most consistent).
- South wind is reported to give the cleanest surf conditions.
- Shark hazard reported at the location.
- Remote area with few facilities and limited formal rescue/lifeguard support.
- Can get quite busy in the water during good conditions.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- S
- Wind Type
- Trade — Trade winds (Alisios). Best wind direction noted as south.
- Reliability
- 68% (monthly blown percentage provided in spot data)
- Best Months
- September
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat
- Beach
- Sand — Sandy beach.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Waves described as small.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy beach area near the point.
- Launch Difficulty
- Easy
Through the year
Can get relatively busy with local riders during peak swell periods.
Rainy season typically runs from June to December.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Beach break at Punta de Guiria (tip of the Paria Peninsula). Sources describe it as a fairly consistent option with small to medium waves, and it can pick up more swell than many nearby coastal spots; performance is noted on NE swells (around 0.3 m+).
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- NE
- Optimal Tide
- All tides
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — Described as semi-sheltered at the launch.
- Wind Effect
- South wind provides the cleanest conditions for the surf here.
- Bigger Swell
- Noted to handle swell from about 0.3 m upward and to pick up more swell than many coastal spots.
- Wave Quality
- Average — Quality described as moderate/average in multiple sources.
- Wave Power
- Soft — Typically small to small/medium waves.
- Wave Shape
- Mushy
- Peel Speed
- Slow
- Ride Length
- Short — Ride length described as short.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Punta de Guiria in the full forecast view.
Punta de Guiria wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–10 ktsGusts 21 kts
- Direction
- E89°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2410 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.5–0.9 m6s period
- Temperature
- 26–34 °C
Over the next 7 days, Punta de Guiria is forecast for daytime winds of 4–10 kts, peaking around 10 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 21 kts. The prevailing direction is E. Waves run 0.5–0.9 m with a period of about 6s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Sharks
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguards indicated.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Rescue availability given as no for the spot; regional context notes limited formal rescue services.
- Emergency Info
- National emergency number is 911. Primary medical facility is Hospital Dr. Andrés Gutiérrez Solís in Güiria.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Spot notes indicate mild localism.
Rules of the spot
Best wind direction: south.
- The area is remote, so bring all necessary gear and supplies as there are few facilities.
- Expect limited formal rescue services.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Carupano
- Nearest Town
- Pozo Colorado
- Nearest Airport
- Carúpano Airport (CUP)
- Parking
- Limited informal parking available near the beach access points.
- Public Transport
- Primarily via shared taxis (carritos) or buses from Carúpano; irregular boat services to Trinidad.
- Access
- On the way to Carupano; accessible via local roads from Guiria (conditions may be rugged).
- Cost Level
- Budget
- Local Language
- Spanish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Limited options in nearby Guiria.
- Food & Drink
- Local shops and small eateries are located in the town of Guiria.
- Equipment Rental:
- No dedicated surf rental shops indicated; bring your own equipment.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Remote, eco-tourism oriented peninsula setting with dense biodiversity and rugged coastal scenery.
A massive protected area featuring cloud forests, diverse wildlife, and rugged coastal cliffs.
The region is known for producing some of the world’s finest cacao; many traditional farms offer tours.
Trekking paths through the jungle connect remote fishing villages along the southern coast of the peninsula.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Punta de Guiria?
The best overall months at Punta de Guiria are January, February, March. The best wind months are September.
Which wind directions work at Punta de Guiria?
Punta de Guiria works with S winds.
What skill level is Punta de Guiria suitable for?
Punta de Guiria suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner.