Ponta Preta -- World-Class Left

Ponta Preta is a powerful left-hand reef wave off the headland of the same name on the northwest coast of Santiago, Cape Verde, roughly 3 kilometres from Tarrafal. The break draws advanced surfers from Europe during the October-to-April North Atlantic swell season. The wave can reach double overhead and breaks over a shallow volcanic reef. The headland also carries the Farol da Ponta Preta lighthouse, visible from the lineup. Access is via dirt track from Tarrafal, the nearest town with accommodation.