Given the local climate, outdoor activities are somewhat limited here in Antofagasta. You want to limit your exposure to the sun given extreme levels of radiation in the shadow of the Tropic of Capricorn. The best way that I have found to beat the heat while minimizing my intake of Vitamin D is to don a wetsuit, grab a board, and jump in the Pacific. The water is a little chilly at 14-16 degrees Celsius, so you will want a 4.3 or 3.2, depending on the time of year.
One of the most well known local waves is called the Cupula. Every year a worldwide competition called the mundial is held there.
A short, fast wave, closes quickly to the left almost on top of the reef.
Once in, there's barely enough time to turn left before you have to turn around or dive through the wave.
With just over a year in the water, Julian was quickly mastering the local waves.
Wave slayer of the day.
Slightly less than graceful
And a quick exit
Always keeping an eye on the exit
The view for 70% of the time: calm and flat. If you wake up early enough to beat the crowds, you'll spend the majority of the morning passing time and waiting for waves.
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