Surfing Guide to Cabarete, Dominican Republic

• Summary

• When to go

• Surf Camps

• Where to stay

• Getting there

• Safety/Things to know

• Surf spots

   

Summary

Going on a surf trip to Cabarete is very rewarding in many ways…

First off, Dominican Republic is not just an all-inclusive holiday destination. It also has a lot to offer for adventurers looking for a local experience…and looking to surf!

 

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As far as surfing in Dominican Republic goes, Cabarete is definitely the one place you want to head to in order to have the best time. You will find multiple surf spots that will suit all levels of surfers.

 

The town is very safe and friendly, has a lot of accommodation/surf camps/surf schools options and sits right on the beach. With tropical weather all year there is no need to bring anything else than board shorts and a lot of sunscreen.

 

 

When to go

The best time to surf in Dominican Republic is from October to April. However, even in summer there are waves to be found for beginners looking to improve their surfing on gentle waves. Summer will also be less busy than winter.

 

 

Surf Camps in Cabarete

Find a surf camp in Cabarete starting at US$606

8-day Surf and Yoga Holiday at Beachfront Eco Hotel in Cabarete
US$1,640 includes:

• Daily surf lessons
• Daily yoga classes at the beachfront Yoga Loft
• All breakfasts and dinners at the organic farm-to-table restaurant
• A tour of the organic farm with river tube and farm fresh meal
• 7 nights accommodation
• All equipment

 

 

14-day Exciting Surf Camp in Cabarete, Puerto Plata
US$1,357 includes:

• Surf courses
• Unspoiled beach
• 2 weeks board rental
• 13 nights’ accommodation
• Daily breakfast
• 1 small gift

 

 

Where to stay in Cabarete

Browse our interactive map to find the best accommodation deals in Cabarete!

 

 

 

 

Getting there

The nearest airport is in Puerto Plata, a bit less than a 30-minute drive from Cabarete.

Safety/things to know

-Wind is a big factor all year

Surf spots in Cabarete

Destroyers

A high level, barreling wave located on the left outside reef at Playa Encuentro. Destroyers breaks on a very shallow reef and should only be attacked by experienced surfers.

Wave direction : Left
Bottom : Reef
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Advanced
Optimal swell direction : N
Optimal wind direction : S

 

 

Coco Pipe

Here is another intense wave known as the “Pipeline” of Cabarete. Coco Pipe is located on the right outside reef at Playa Encuentro and is a very decent reef break that should also be left for experts only.

Wave direction : Left and right
Bottom : Reef
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Advanced
Optimal swell direction : N
Optimal wind direction : S

 

 

Bobo’s

From Bobo’s all the way to the inside of Playa Encuentro is where beginners are mostly welcomed. Waves are gentle and the ocean bottom is very forgiving. 

Wave direction : Right
Bottom : Reef and sand
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Any
Optimal swell direction : N
Optimal wind direction : S

 

 

The Right

Main peak at Playa Encuentro, The Right can get crowded as it is not as intense as Destroyers or Coco Pipe but remains a good quality wave. 

Wave direction : Right
Bottom : Reef
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Intermediate and advanced
Optimal swell direction : N
Optimal wind direction : S

 

 

The Left

This one is located between The Right and Destroyers. This one is not super consistent but when it does work, it is a high level wave with tube-riding potential.

Wave direction : Left
Bottom : Reef
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Advanced
Optimal swell direction : N
Optimal wind direction : S