Overview
Cajo Babo is a left-hand point breaking off a rivermouth on the south coast of Guantanamo province, due south of Baracoa. The village itself is little more than a dozen homes, so simply getting here is most of the adventure. The wave peels over sand in nice Caribbean water, and while little is known about it, the setup is a decent one that could be all time when it lines up. You'll only know if you go.
When It Works
The spot needs trade or hurricane swell to break, so it comes and goes, but the windows run from autumn through winter into spring. Swell arrives from east-southeast through south to southwest, with southeast the best match. It works from 1.2 m / 4 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft.
Wind and Tide
Look for south-southeast offshore wind, with a workable wind window from east-southeast through south to southwest. The point can work through most of the tide, and a rising tide is generally the better call, though the right stage depends on the size of the day.
Local Tips
Bring a shortboard. There's a wave here for most surfers, from first-timers through to experienced hands, and the paddle out is short. Expect a quiet lineup, and if anyone else is out, the mood can feel reserved.
Access
Find the rivermouth and you've found the wave.
