Strike Mission Surf Spots
type: ItemList
description: Expert-verified surf spot database with detailed swell/wind parameters, hazards, and travel information
number of items: 7
item list element: La Bouëlle
item list element: Anse Bertrand
item list element: La Chapelle
item list element: Damencourt
item list element: Port Louis
item list element: Petit Havre
item list element: Bananler
provider: Strike Mission
  type: Organization
  description: Surf forecast intelligence platform
date published: 2026-01-20
date modified: 2026-08-05T03:16:27.111Z

La Bouëlle
type: TouristAttraction
description: La Bouëlle is Guadeloupe's premier wave—a strong, punchy right-hand reef break near Le Moule on Grande-Terre's east coast. The wave offers long rides with hollow sections, and on smaller days can produce dreamy walls reminiscent of Noosa. French Caribbean surfing at its finest.
disambiguating description: 🇬🇵 Guadeloupe's best • Punchy right reef • French Caribbean quality
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 16.3333
  longitude: -61.3333
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Le Moule
  address country: Guadeloupe
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking right.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 45°
  description: Works best with swells from 45° (NE). Workable range: 20°-80°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.1m. Too small below 1.2m, 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: 150°-210°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Works best between 0.6m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Winter swells. Strong, punchy, right point.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🦔 Urchins
  description: Reef break. Watch for urchins.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PTP
  type: Place
  description: 30 minutes drive from PTP airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, French surf media
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  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: 45
    workable range min: 20
    workable range max: 80
    sweet spot size m: 2.1
  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: 150
    offshore range max: 210
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: PTP
    drive time minutes: 30
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Le Moule area. East coast Grande-Terre.
  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
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Winter swells. Strong, punchy, right point.

Anse Bertrand
type: TouristAttraction
description: Anse Bertrand is Guadeloupe's world-class left—a long, walling wave that peels along the reef on the north tip of Grande-Terre. A local favorite that comes alive from December to April, this wave draws surfers from across the French Caribbean when winter swells arrive.
disambiguating description: 🇬🇵 Guadeloupe's premier left • Local favorite • Winter perfection
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 16.4667
  longitude: -61.5
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Anse Bertrand
  address country: Guadeloupe
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 45°
  description: Works best with swells from 45° (NE). Workable range: 20°-80°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.9m. Too small below 1.2m, 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: 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 0.6m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
  description: Winter swells. World-class left. Local favorite.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 👥 Crowded
  description: Local favorite. Works December to April.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PTP
  type: Place
  description: 40 minutes drive from PTP airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: French surf media, Surfline
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  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: 45
    workable range min: 20
    workable range max: 80
    sweet spot size m: 1.85
  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: PTP
    drive time minutes: 40
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: North Grande-Terre. Guadeloupe surf hub.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months: 4
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Winter swells. World-class left. Local favorite.

La Chapelle
type: TouristAttraction
description: La Chapelle (also known as Plombier) is Guadeloupe's pit machine—a reef break that produces slot-like tubes makeable for intermediate surfers when winter swells arrive. The wave offers a step up in intensity from nearby breaks while remaining accessible to competent surfers.
disambiguating description: ⛪ Guadeloupe's pit machine • Slot tubes • Intermediate-friendly barrels
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 16.475
  longitude: -61.5167
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Anse Bertrand
  address country: Guadeloupe
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 45°
  description: Works best with swells from 45° (NE). Workable range: 20°-80°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.1m. Too small below 1.2m, 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: 150°-210°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Works best between 0.6m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Winter swells. Pit machine in winter.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, ⚠️ Shallow
  description: Slot-tube makeables for intermediates.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PTP
  type: Place
  description: 40 minutes drive from PTP airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: French surf media, local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  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: 45
    workable range min: 20
    workable range max: 80
    sweet spot size m: 2.1
  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: 150
    offshore range max: 210
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: PTP
    drive time minutes: 40
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Northern Grande-Terre. Near Anse Bertrand.
  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
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Winter swells. Pit machine in winter.

Damencourt
type: TouristAttraction
description: Damencourt is Guadeloupe's most popular surf spot—a consistent reef break near Le Moule that picks up more swell than most spots on the island. The crowd can be heavy, but the wave delivers reliable surf throughout the winter season.
disambiguating description: 🏄 Guadeloupe's busiest • Most consistent • Le Moule hub
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 16.335
  longitude: -61.3333
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Le Moule
  address country: Guadeloupe
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 45°
  description: Works best with swells from 45° (NE). Workable range: 20°-80°.
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: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 150°-210°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Works best between 0.6m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Most popular in Guadeloupe due to consistent swells.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 👥 Crowded
  description: Most popular in Guadeloupe due to consistent swells.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PTP
  type: Place
  description: 30 minutes drive from PTP airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: French surf media, Surfline
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  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: 45
    workable range min: 20
    workable range max: 80
    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: 180
    offshore range min: 150
    offshore range max: 210
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: PTP
    drive time minutes: 30
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Le Moule area. Guadeloupe's busiest break.
  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
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Most popular in Guadeloupe due to consistent swells.

Port Louis
type: TouristAttraction
description: Port Louis is a fickle but rewarding Guadeloupe reef break—when conditions align, it produces very long waves that connect through multiple sections. Worth checking when N swells are running and trades are light.
disambiguating description: 🎲 Fickle but rewarding • Long connecting waves • N swell dependent
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 16.4167
  longitude: -61.5333
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Port Louis
  address country: Guadeloupe
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 350°
  description: Works best with swells from 350° (N). Workable range: 320°-20°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.9m. Too small below 1.2m, 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: 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 0.6m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Bit fickle but very long wave when on.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef
  description: Bit fickle but very long wave when on.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PTP
  type: Place
  description: 35 minutes drive from PTP airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: French surf media, local reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  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: 350
    workable range min: 320
    workable range max: 20
    sweet spot size m: 1.85
  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: PTP
    drive time minutes: 35
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: North Grande-Terre. Fickle but rewarding.
  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
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Bit fickle but very long wave when on.

Petit Havre
type: TouristAttraction
description: Petit Havre is one of Guadeloupe's best-known reef breaks—a consistent spot near Sainte-Anne on southern Grande-Terre. The wave attracts surfers from across the island and delivers reliable surf when E swells are running.
disambiguating description: 🌊 Guadeloupe's best-known reef • Southern option • Consistent E swells
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 16.2167
  longitude: -61.35
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Sainte-Anne
  address country: Guadeloupe
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 90°
  description: Works best with swells from 90° (E). Workable range: 60°-120°.
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: 270° (W)
  description: Offshore wind from 270° (W). Offshore range: 240°-300°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Works best between 0.6m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best-known reef of Guadeloupe.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef
  description: Best-known reef of Guadeloupe.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PTP
  type: Place
  description: 30 minutes drive from PTP airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: French surf media, Surfline
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  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: 90
    workable range min: 60
    workable range max: 120
    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: 270
    offshore range min: 240
    offshore range max: 300
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: PTP
    drive time minutes: 30
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: South Grande-Terre. Near Sainte-Anne.
  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
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Best-known reef of Guadeloupe.

Bananler
type: TouristAttraction
description: Bananler is a rare Basse-Terre surf spot—a black sand beach break that catches SE swells on Guadeloupe's volcanic island. The mellow vibe and unique volcanic setting make this worth exploring when conditions align.
disambiguating description: 🌋 Black sand beach break • Basse-Terre gem • Volcanic vibes
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 16.05
  longitude: -61.55
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Capesterre-Belle-Eau
  address country: Guadeloupe
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 135°
  description: Works best with swells from 135° (SE). Workable range: 100°-170°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.6m - 2m
  description: Ideal size: 1.3m. Too small below 0.6m, too big (closeout) above 2m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 315° (NW)
  description: Offshore wind from 315° (NW). Offshore range: 280°-350°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.2m and 2.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Rare, Bass ferrai, sandy must busy. Black sand, multy bus.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Rare basis ferrai spot. Black sand, multy bus.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: PTP
  type: Place
  description: 45 minutes drive from PTP airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: French surf media
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  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: 135
    workable range min: 100
    workable range max: 170
    sweet spot size m: 1.3
  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: 315
    offshore range min: 280
    offshore range max: 350
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: PTP
    drive time minutes: 45
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Basse-Terre south. Black sand beach.
  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
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Rare, Bass ferrai, sandy must busy. Black sand, multy bus.