Strike Mission Surf Spots
type: ItemList
description: Expert-verified surf spot database with detailed swell/wind parameters, hazards, and travel information
number of items: 10
item list element: Teahupo'o
item list element: Teahupoo (CODE RED)
item list element: Teahupoo (Regular)
item list element: Taapuna
item list element: Papara
item list element: Papenoo
item list element: Temae
item list element: Hauru Point
item list element: Fare Left
item list element: Parea
provider: Strike Mission
  type: Organization
  description: Surf forecast intelligence platform
date published: 2026-01-20
date modified: 2026-08-05T03:16:15.333Z

Teahupo'o
type: TouristAttraction
description: Teahupo'o is surfing's most feared and respected wave—a mutant left-hand slab that detonates over an impossibly shallow reef on Tahiti's southern coast. When S-SW swells push through the deep-water pass, they hit the reef shelf and transform into some of the thickest, heaviest barrels on the planet. The wave doesn't just break—it explodes, throwing cavernous tubes that seem to defy physics. Site of the 2024 Paris Olympics surf event, Teahupo'o represents the ultimate test: equal parts beauty and brutality. The French Polynesian setting, with lush green mountains rising behind crystal-clear lagoons, makes it as visually stunning as it is terrifying.
disambiguating description: 💀 The heaviest wave on Earth • Olympic venue 2024 • Where legends are made
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -17.868
  longitude: -149.258
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Tahiti
  address country: French Polynesia
  address region: Pacific
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Slab
  description: This is a slab break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 200°
  description: Works best with swells from 200° (SSW). Workable range: 180°-230°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 4m
  description: Ideal size: 2.5m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 4m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 14s - 20s
  description: Needs at least 14s period. Ideal: 20s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 70° (ENE)
  description: Offshore wind from 70° (ENE). Offshore range: 30°-110°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low
  description: Works best between 0.3m and 1m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
  description: April-September. Heavy water slabs.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 😮‍💨 Hold-downs, ⚠️ Shallow, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Heaviest wave on Earth. Experts only. Boat access.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PPT
  type: Place
  description: 60 minutes drive from PPT airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: WSL data
llm context:
  difficulty: 10
  crowd level: 5
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 200
    workable range min: 180
    workable range max: 230
    sweet spot size m: 2.5
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 70
    offshore range min: 30
    offshore range max: 110
    max offshore speed kmh: 25
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: PPT
    drive time minutes: 60
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 4
    primary months: 5
    primary months: 6
    primary months: 7
    primary months: 8
    primary months: 9
    primary months names: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months names: Oct, Mar
    season explanation: April-September. Heavy water slabs.

Teahupoo (CODE RED)
type: TouristAttraction
description: Teahupo'o CODE RED is the ultimate expression of the wave's power—a condition declared only twice in history (2011 and 2022) when enormous swells transform the already-heavy slab into something almost incomprehensible. At CODE RED size, Teahupo'o produces waves with lips 6+ feet thick that detonate over an impossibly shallow reef. The 2011 Code Red and 2022 Code Red events produced images that redefined what was considered possible. This is surfing at its absolute limit.
disambiguating description: 🚨 Twice in history • The heaviest wave imaginable • Beyond limits
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -17.87
  longitude: -149.26
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Tahiti Iti
  address country: French Polynesia
  address region: Pacific
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Big Wave
  description: This is a big wave break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 200°
  description: Works best with swells from 200° (SSW). Workable range: 180°-220°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 7.6m - 10.7m
  description: Ideal size: 9.1m. Too small below 7.6m, too big (closeout) above 10.7m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 14s - 18s
  description: Needs at least 14s period. Ideal: 18s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 67° (ENE)
  description: Offshore wind from 67° (ENE). Offshore range: 22°-112°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Tide preference: mid-high.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
  description: 2 events in history
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: ⚠️ Shallow, 🪸 Sharp reef
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PPT
  type: Place
  description: 60 minutes drive from PPT airport. Requires boat access ($150/day).
content rating: community
contributor: Strike Mission Team
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 3
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 200
    workable range min: 180
    workable range max: 220
    sweet spot size m: 9.149999999999999
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 67
    offshore range min: 22
    offshore range max: 112
    max offshore speed kmh: 50
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: PPT
    drive time minutes: 60
    boat required: true
    boat cost usd per day: 150
    access notes: Boat
  best season:
    primary months: 4
    primary months: 5
    primary months: 6
    primary months: 7
    primary months: 8
    primary months: 9
    primary months names: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months names: Oct, Mar
    season explanation: 2 events in history

Teahupoo (Regular)
type: TouristAttraction
description: Teahupo'o at regular size (6-12 feet) is surfing's ultimate barrel—the wave that sets the standard for hollow perfection. The horseshoe-shaped tube that forms over the living coral reef has no equal: perfectly round, impossibly thick, and detonating over reef that's sometimes only inches deep. The boat ride into the lagoon, the turquoise water, and the dramatic mountains make this one of surfing's most beautiful settings. From April through October, S-SW swells deliver consistent perfection.
disambiguating description: 🥇 World's best barrel • Horseshoe tubes • The standard for perfection
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -17.87
  longitude: -149.26
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Tahiti Iti
  address country: French Polynesia
  address region: Pacific
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 202°
  description: Works best with swells from 202° (SSW). Workable range: 180°-225°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.5m - 4.6m
  description: Ideal size: 3.0m. Too small below 1.5m, too big (closeout) above 4.6m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 12s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 12s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 56° (NE)
  description: Offshore wind from 56° (NE). Offshore range: 11°-101°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Tide preference: all.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
  description: 50-65% Apr-Oct season
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: ⚠️ Shallow, 😮‍💨 Hold-downs, 🪸 Sharp reef
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PPT
  type: Place
  description: 60 minutes drive from PPT airport. Requires boat access ($100/day).
content rating: community
contributor: Strike Mission Team
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 3
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 202
    workable range min: 180
    workable range max: 225
    sweet spot size m: 3.05
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 56
    offshore range min: 11
    offshore range max: 101
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: PPT
    drive time minutes: 60
    boat required: true
    boat cost usd per day: 100
    access notes: Boat
  best season:
    primary months: 4
    primary months: 5
    primary months: 6
    primary months: 7
    primary months: 8
    primary months: 9
    primary months names: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months names: Oct, Mar
    season explanation: 50-65% Apr-Oct season

Taapuna
type: TouristAttraction
description: Taapuna is one of Tahiti's premier reef passes—a powerful left-hander that delivers world-class barrels when South Pacific groundswells march through. The wave breaks over a shallow reef shelf, throwing thick lips and creating tube riding opportunities that rival the island's more famous breaks. While not as heavy as Teahupo'o, Taapuna demands respect—the reef is sharp, the lips are heavy, and the local crew knows every section. For experienced surfers seeking Tahitian perfection without the Teahupo'o intensity, Taapuna delivers authentic South Pacific power in a slightly more forgiving package.
disambiguating description: 🇵🇫 Tahitian excellence • Reef pass power • World-class left
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -17.6333
  longitude: -149.6167
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Tahiti
  address country: French Polynesia
  address region: Pacific
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 200°
  description: Works best with swells from 200° (SSW). Workable range: 170°-230°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 3.5m
  description: Ideal size: 2.3m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 3.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 12s - 16s
  description: Needs at least 12s period. Ideal: 16s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0° (N)
  description: Offshore wind from 0° (N). Offshore range: 320°-40°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Works best between 0.5m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
  description: Winter season (May-Oct). Consistent SW groundswells.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 👥 Crowded, ⚠️ Shallow
  description: Dangerous reef. More crowded than other Tahiti spots.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PPT
  type: Place
  description: 25 minutes drive from PPT airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Stormrider surf guide
llm context:
  difficulty: 8
  crowd level: 6
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 200
    workable range min: 170
    workable range max: 230
    sweet spot size m: 2.25
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 0
    offshore range min: 320
    offshore range max: 40
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: PPT
    drive time minutes: 25
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Paddle out from shore or boat access.
  best season:
    primary months: 5
    primary months: 6
    primary months: 7
    primary months: 8
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months names: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Winter season (May-Oct). Consistent SW groundswells.

Papara
type: TouristAttraction
description: Papara provides a refreshing contrast to Tahiti's heavy reef breaks—a beginner-friendly beach break on the island's south coast where black volcanic sand meets warm Pacific waters. The wave offers mellow peaks that work across all tide stages, making it ideal for learners and longboarders seeking something less intense than the island's famous reef passes. The setting is quintessentially Tahitian: palm trees, black sand, and crystalline water, without the reef hazards that make other spots so challenging. For families or surfers needing a mellower session between reef adventures, Papara is Tahiti's forgiving side.
disambiguating description: 🖤 Black sand beach break • Beginner-friendly • Mellow vibes
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -17.75
  longitude: -149.5167
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Tahiti
  address country: French Polynesia
  address region: Pacific
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 200°
  description: Works best with swells from 200° (SSW). Workable range: 160°-240°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.6m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.6m. Too small below 0.6m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0° (N)
  description: Offshore wind from 0° (N). Offshore range: 320°-40°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.3m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
  description: Winter south swells. Good for beginners to intermediate.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Beach break with occasional rips.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PPT
  type: Place
  description: 40 minutes drive from PPT airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surf-forecast spot guide
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 4
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 200
    workable range min: 160
    workable range max: 240
    sweet spot size m: 1.55
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 0
    offshore range min: 320
    offshore range max: 40
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: PPT
    drive time minutes: 40
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Easy beach access.
  best season:
    primary months: 5
    primary months: 6
    primary months: 7
    primary months: 8
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months names: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Winter south swells. Good for beginners to intermediate.

Papenoo
type: TouristAttraction
description: Papenoo sits on Tahiti's north coast where a mountain river meets the sea—a rare spot that catches North Pacific energy during the summer hemisphere winter. This rivermouth setup creates shifting sandbars and reef sections that offer variety depending on conditions and swell direction. When north swells pulse through, Papenoo provides an alternative to the island's south-facing waves, extending the surf season for those based in Tahiti. The black sand beach, mountain backdrop, and less-crowded lineup make it feel more remote than its proximity to Papeete suggests.
disambiguating description: 🏔️ North shore Tahiti • Rivermouth variety • North swell catcher
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -17.4667
  longitude: -149.4167
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Tahiti
  address country: French Polynesia
  address region: Pacific
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 340°
  description: Works best with swells from 340° (NNW). Workable range: 300°-20°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.8m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 1.9m. Too small below 0.8m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 140°-220°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Works best between 0.3m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Summer season (Nov-Mar). North Pacific swells.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🪨 Rocks
  description: Rivermouth with strong currents on bigger days.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PPT
  type: Place
  description: 25 minutes drive from PPT airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Stormrider surf guide
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  crowd level: 4
  water temp c: 28
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 340
    workable range min: 300
    workable range max: 20
    sweet spot size m: 1.9
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 180
    offshore range min: 140
    offshore range max: 220
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: PPT
    drive time minutes: 25
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Black sand beach access.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    season explanation: Summer season (Nov-Mar). North Pacific swells.

Temae
type: TouristAttraction
description: Temae is Moorea's most challenging wave—a fierce right-hander breaking over shallow reef in one of the world's most beautiful settings. When south swells wrap around Tahiti's sister island, Temae transforms into a powerful, hollow wave that demands commitment and skill. The paddle out from Temae Beach is straightforward, but the wave itself is not—shallow reef, fire coral, and resident sharks add consequence to every session. For experienced surfers willing to handle the intensity, Temae offers world-class barrels in a tropical paradise setting that feels like surfing inside a postcard.
disambiguating description: 🦈 Moorea's fierce right • Shallow reef power • Paradise intensity
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -17.4833
  longitude: -149.75
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Moorea
  address country: French Polynesia
  address region: Pacific
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking right.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180°
  description: Works best with swells from 180° (S). Workable range: 150°-210°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.8m - 2m
  description: Ideal size: 1.4m. Too small below 0.8m, too big (closeout) above 2m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225° (SW)
  description: Offshore wind from 225° (SW). Offshore range: 190°-260°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Works best between 0.5m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
  description: Autumn/Winter best. April often cleanest.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🦈 Sharks, ⚠️ Shallow
  description: Shallow reef. Fire coral and sharks present.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: MOZ
  type: Place
  description: 10 minutes drive from MOZ airport. Requires boat access ($50/day).
content rating: verified
contributor: Surf-forecast spot guide
llm context:
  difficulty: 7
  crowd level: 3
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 180
    workable range min: 150
    workable range max: 210
    sweet spot size m: 1.4
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 225
    offshore range min: 190
    offshore range max: 260
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: MOZ
    drive time minutes: 10
    boat required: true
    boat cost usd per day: 50
    access notes: 15-20 min paddle or short boat ride from Temae Beach.
  best season:
    primary months: 4
    primary months: 5
    primary months: 6
    primary months: 7
    primary months: 8
    primary months: 9
    primary months names: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
    season explanation: Autumn/Winter best. April often cleanest.

Hauru Point
type: TouristAttraction
description: Hauru Point sits on Moorea's northwest corner, catching North Pacific swells during the Southern Hemisphere summer when the island's south-facing breaks go quiet. This consistent left-hander breaks over reef in a stunning setting—the iconic Moorea peaks rising behind, turquoise lagoon water, and typically uncrowded lineups. While not as intense as Temae, Hauru still demands respect with its shallow reef and occasional shark visitors. For surfers based in Moorea during the off-season or seeking alternatives when south swells fade, Hauru Point delivers reliable waves in one of the world's most beautiful locations.
disambiguating description: 🏝️ Moorea's northwest gem • North swell catcher • Uncrowded paradise
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -17.4833
  longitude: -149.9
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Moorea
  address country: French Polynesia
  address region: Pacific
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 320°
  description: Works best with swells from 320° (NW). Workable range: 290°-350°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.8m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.6m. Too small below 0.8m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 135° (SE)
  description: Offshore wind from 135° (SE). Offshore range: 100°-170°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Works best between 0.5m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Summer NW swells from North Pacific.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🦈 Sharks
  description: Shallow reef. Shark activity reported.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: MOZ
  type: Place
  description: 25 minutes drive from MOZ airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surf-forecast spot guide
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 3
  water temp c: 28
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 320
    workable range min: 290
    workable range max: 350
    sweet spot size m: 1.65
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 135
    offshore range min: 100
    offshore range max: 170
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: MOZ
    drive time minutes: 25
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Paddle from beach or boat access.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    season explanation: Summer NW swells from North Pacific.

Fare Left
type: TouristAttraction
description: Fare Left is Huahine's most iconic wave—a powerful reef pass left with quality barrels that is the region's most surfed break. Known for heavy localism from the "Black Shorts" crew, respect is absolutely essential. The pass channels SW groundswells into long, hollow lefts over coral reef. Accessible by 30-minute paddle or boat from Fare town.
disambiguating description: 🇵🇫 Huahine's signature pass • Heavy localism • Quality barrels
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -16.7139
  longitude: -151.0514
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Huahine
  address country: French Polynesia
  address region: Pacific
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225°
  description: Works best with swells from 225° (SW). Workable range: 190°-260°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 3.5m
  description: Ideal size: 2.3m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 3.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 15s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 15s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 90° (E)
  description: Offshore wind from 90° (E). Offshore range: 60°-120°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Works best between 0.5m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
  description: Winter SW groundswells. 72% clean waves in June.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🦈 Sharks, 👊 Localism, 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Heavy localism—the "Black Shorts" crew. Sharp reef. Sharks. Long paddle or boat access.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: HUH
  type: Place
  description: 10 minutes drive from HUH airport.
content rating: unverified
contributor: surf-forecast.com
llm context:
  difficulty: 8
  crowd level: 5
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 225
    workable range min: 190
    workable range max: 260
    sweet spot size m: 2.25
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 90
    offshore range min: 60
    offshore range max: 120
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: HUH
    drive time minutes: 10
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Huahine (HUH) is the nearest airport; Tahiti/PPT is the international gateway.
  best season:
    primary months: 5
    primary months: 6
    primary months: 7
    primary months: 8
    primary months: 9
    primary months names: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Apr, Oct
    season explanation: Winter SW groundswells. 72% clean waves in June.

Parea
type: TouristAttraction
description: Parea is a more mellow reef break on southern Huahine Iti, offering an intermediate-friendly alternative to the intense Fare passes in the north. A right-hander that catches S-SW swells, it's popular with hotel guests and visiting surfers looking for quality waves without the heavy localism of Fare. Beautiful setting on the quieter half of Huahine.
disambiguating description: 🇵🇫 Southern Huahine • Intermediate-friendly right • Less localism
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -16.8301
  longitude: -150.972
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Huahine Iti
  address country: French Polynesia
  address region: Pacific
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking right.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 200°
  description: Works best with swells from 200° (SSW). Workable range: 170°-240°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.6m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.6m. Too small below 0.6m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 20° (NNE)
  description: Offshore wind from 20° (NNE). Offshore range: 340°-60°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Works best between 0.5m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
  description: May-Oct south swell season.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef
  description: Coral reef. Less intense than Fare. Less localism.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: HUH
  type: Place
  description: 30 minutes drive from HUH airport.
content rating: unverified
contributor: surf-forecast.com
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  crowd level: 2
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 200
    workable range min: 170
    workable range max: 240
    sweet spot size m: 1.55
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 20
    offshore range min: 340
    offshore range max: 60
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: HUH
    drive time minutes: 30
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Fly to Huahine (HUH) via Papeete/Tahiti (PPT, international entry), then ~30min south to Huahine Iti.
  best season:
    primary months: 5
    primary months: 6
    primary months: 7
    primary months: 8
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months names: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
    season explanation: May-Oct south swell season.