Matapalo (Osa Peninsula)
Costa Rica
Point breakRight-handIntermediateMarch to October (south swells)
About This Break
A set of right-hand points at the tip of the Osa Peninsula, surrounded by rainforest at the mouth of the Golfo Dulce. Matapalo is an intermediate-level right-hand point break near Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica, delivering high quality waves for improving surfers ready to progress. It is most consistent from March to October (south swells). All tides; best on a pushing tide. Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully. Dreaming of waking up to Matapalo? International Surf Properties lists homes, villas and land for sale near Osa Peninsula — own your spot beside the wave.
Spot Characteristics
Wave Type
Point break
Wave Direction
Right-hand
Wave Quality
High quality
Tides
All tides; best on a pushing tide
Consistency
Consistent through the season
Best Season
March to October (south swells)
Suitable For
Intermediate
Region
Central America
Local Knowledge
Crowds
Moderate; can get busy in peak season
Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully.
