Morro Negrito · Panama
Surfing The Point
A point break in Morro Negrito, Panama, for advanced surfers.
- TypePoint Break
- LevelAdvanced
- Size3-8 ft
- Best monthsApr-Oct
- Crowd1/5
The wave
The Point is a 20-minute walk south of the Morro Negrito camp. It needs a sizeable south-west swell, and at lower tides it throws fast, pitching lefts.
It's not an everyday wave. When it works, the walk and the size keep it empty, and it's for confident surfers.
8.04, -81.53 · Big S-SW swell, low tide · Open in Google Maps
When to surf The Point
The Point is at its best from April to October. Conditions it likes: Big S-SW swell, low tide. This is how the year looks across Southwest Panama:
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| April to June | Prime | S-SW swell arriving, offshore mornings, Santa Catalina firing almost daily |
| July to September | Prime | Peak roaring-forties swell, biggest and most consistent, but wettest |
| Oct | Good | Still firing, onshore south winds more frequent late in the day |
| November to March | Quiet | Dry season, smaller S swell, cleaner but less consistent |
Waves near The Point
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emily's | Morro Negrito | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 1 km |
| Sandbar | Morro Negrito | Beach Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 1 km |
| Nestles | Morro Negrito | Reef Break | Advanced | 2 km |
| P-Land | Morro Negrito | Reef Break | Advanced | 2 km |
| Punta Brava | Santa Catalina | Reef Break | Advanced | 54 km |
| Santa Catalina | Santa Catalina | Point Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 55 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around Morro Negrito
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the Morro Negrito surf guide →
A week here costs from about $837 with flights from Europe, or around $2,102 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $1,000 →
The Point: common questions
When is the best time to surf The Point?
The Point works best from April to October. Ideal conditions: Big S-SW swell, low tide.
Is The Point good for beginners?
No. The Point is a wave for advanced surfers. The closest beginner-friendly spot we cover is Sandbar in Morro Negrito, about 1 km away.
How crowded is The Point?
The Point is usually empty: 1 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is The Point?
The Point is in Morro Negrito, in the Southwest Panama region of Panama (8.04, -81.53). The nearest wave we cover is Emily's, about 1 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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