Visitor reviews of Playa Carate surf break

Playa Carate Ratings

Overall: 2.0. Based on 2 votes. Vote

Quality on a good day: 3.0 (1 star: Even when the swell and winds are optimum, the waves are poor quality, 5 stars: If conditions are right, the waves will be World Class).	Consistency of Surf: 5.0 (1: Playa Carate is a fickle surf spot that only works a few times a year. 5: Reliable year-round spot).
Regional Rating: 5.0 (1: Playa Carate is usually very poor quality compared to other spots in Golfo Dulce. 5: the best break in Golfo Dulce).	Difficulty Level: 2.5 (1: Suitable for Groms. 3: Intermediates. 5: Expert tow-in surfers only).
Other Options: 3.0 (1: If wind or tide conditions are poor at Playa Carate, it will be poor everywhere nearby. 5: other locations nearby provide a rich variety of wind and swell exposures).	Wind and Kite Surfing: 3.0 (1: An unsuitable spot. 5: Wind and wave conditions at Playa Carate are often excellent).
Water Quality: 3.0 (1: Known health risks from pollution. 5: Never any pollution).	Crowds: 4.0 (1: Often too crowded. 5: Playa Carate is an isolated spot where you are unlikely to meet other surfers).
Access: 4.0 (1: Getting to Playa Carate requires an overland expedition or chartering a boat. 3: A 30 minute walk from the nearest parking. 5: Park a vehicle right by the break).	Scenery: 4.0 (1: An ugly industrial backdrop. 5: A spectacular setting).
Camping: 3.0 (1: Camping at Playa Carate is not possible. 3: Camping tolerated but no facilities. 5: A nearby camp ground has excellent facilities and a good vibe).	Equipment and Repairs: 3.0 (1: Nothing can be sourced, not even wax. 5: Quality surfing equipment can be purchased or hired. Major repairs can be fixed too).
Drinking: 3.0 (1: Alcohol is not allowed in the country. 5: There is an excellent pub near Playa Carate where you can stay or park a camper van overnight).