El Bajo / La Bestia
El Bajo / La Bestia is Iquique's XL reef arena off the Cavancha peninsula, a huge barreling ocean wave tied to northern Chile's slab reputation. It is not just another advanced reef: the draw is the heavy, recently mapped big-wave identity, where the line only makes sense for surfers ready for serious consequence. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for El Bajo / La Bestia in Tarapaca.
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Lineup Insights
The Wave
Watch for enough south-southwest swell to open the barrel line, north-northeast offshore wind, and the low/falling tide window.
Check the live tide windows in the app to time your session perfectly.
Lineup Guide
Watch for enough south-southwest swell to open the barrel line, north-northeast offshore wind, and the low/falling tide window.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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