Roka Beach (Ventanilla)

Roka Beach (Ventanilla) is described as a left-hand reef break with a flat rock bottom and reef-rocky wave character. It’s associated with a “powerful” feel and tends to start working around 1.0–1.5m, holding up to about 2.5m+ (and referenced in larger swell context as up to roughly 8ft+). Wave quality is generally reported as good, with rides commonly landing in the 50 to 150m range. Timing matters: the spot is best on mid to high rising tide, especially when the swell comes from the southwest and the wind is from the north. North wind is specifically noted as helpful for the reef setup, with one provider describing it as providing the cleanest conditions; one other description frames the wind effect as onshore-favoring, so conditions may vary with the day’s wind angle and swell combination. Safety is a key consideration. Multiple sources flag rocks and reef throughout the riding area, and at least one provider also highlights strong currents during larger southwest swells. The spot is also a short-access setup: you can take local transport to La Pascana in the municipality park, then a mototaxi to the beach, followed by a short walk (about 5–15 minutes). Crowding is typically low, with reports of empty weekdays and only a few surfers on weekends. Water temperature ranges across the year roughly from the mid-teens °C in winter to around 20°C in summer (regional data), so a wetsuit is typically recommended throughout most of the year.