CABO MATAPALO IS HOME TO THREE GREAT WAVES:

• MATAPALO

  Nearest the cape, this excellent point-reef break provides a very steep, fast wave that breaks to the right from low to medium high tide. Intermediate-advanced to Expert.
  

• BACKWASH

  The middle of the three beaches, with a wave that breaks over a reef and within a secluded cove. The steep berm of the shore tends to return the energy back towards the lineup, causing the wave to jack-up, producing unforgettable pitching lips and steep sections. Hollow on the inside. Intermediate to Expert.
  

• PAN DULCE

  The third break, Punta Pan Dulce, is a double point break that has been likened to Rincon in California, ( minus the crowd), and has several fast, hollow sections that break over a rock bottom. When big, provides a nice, rippable wall, and rides of 2 minutes plus are not uncommon. Flocks of scarlet macaws circle the break, and land in almond trees along the shore, and turtles often surface while you wait for a set. Inside section, all levels. Outside section, Intermediate to Expert.