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Arica Chile

Heavy left reef break at El Gringo in northern Chile. Powerful waves below dramatic cliffs. Cold Humboldt current water. One of Chile's most intense waves.

Left reef/point break

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, SW

Swell Size

4–10 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Advanced — Expert

Location

County

Chile

Region

Norte Grande

Coordinates

-18.4840, -70.3375

NOAA Buoy

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