Reef BreakBeginner — Intermediatewinter

Playa Encuentro

Dominican Republic's surf hub near Cabarete. Multiple reef break peaks. Warm water, consistent trade wind swell. Popular with kiteboarders too. Growing surf school scene.

Reef break

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

N, NE

Swell Size

2–6 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

offshore (S)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Beginner — Intermediate

Location

County

Dominican Republic

Region

North Coast

Coordinates

19.7765, -70.7350

NOAA Buoy

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