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Southwest swell with northeast offshore wind is the clean classic setup, and the whole session should be treated like an expedition because the cape is remote and exposed.
Surf GuideSouth Pacific Costa Rica
Punta Burica
Punta Burica is the remote Costa Rica–Panama border cape, an exposed reef expedition wave where isolation, tide planning, and escape routes are part of the surf identity. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Punta Burica in South Pacific Costa Rica.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelAdvanced - Expert
LocationSouth Pacific Costa Rica, CR
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Mid to high tide is the safer read over the reef.
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