Caldera

Caldera is located on Chile's northern Pacific coast, featuring a northwest-facing beach break adjacent to arid salt flat terrain. The spot consists of a sandy beach with gentle approaching waves and minimal swell exposure due to limited oceanic fetch. The landscape is characterized by sparse development and stark desert conditions inland from the shoreline. Wind conditions are extremely unreliable at 1.7% consistency with an average of only 5.8 knots, making this spot unrideable for most sessions. Best winds would come from the northeast (side-shore relative to the northwest-facing coast). When conditions align, small to medium swell and weak winds suit beginner kiters practicing in minimal-consequence settings. Water temperature averages 16°C, requiring a wetsuit year-round. The spot's primary limitation is its weak and inconsistent wind resource combined with limited wave development. Kiters should expect extended periods of flat, windless conditions. This location is more suitable for progression on light-wind technique rather than regular sessions.