Strike Mission Surf Spots
type: ItemList
description: Expert-verified surf spot database with detailed swell/wind parameters, hazards, and travel information
number of items: 6
item list element: Salani
item list element: Boulders
item list element: Coconuts
item list element: Nu'usafe'e Island
item list element: Aganoa Right
item list element: K-Land
provider: Strike Mission
  type: Organization
  description: Surf forecast intelligence platform
date published: 2026-01-20
date modified: 2026-08-05T04:17:21.697Z

Salani
type: TouristAttraction
description: Salani is Samoa's most accessible world-class wave—a reef setup that offers both right and left barrels in front of the friendly Salani Surf Resort on Upolu's south coast. The right produces hollow tubes at all sizes while the left delivers long, fast barrels. The South Pacific setting is stunning: crystal-clear water, coconut palms, and genuine Polynesian hospitality. SW swells provide consistent surf from April through November, and crowds are nearly nonexistent. Pure tropical perfection.
disambiguating description: 🇼🇸 Samoan paradise • Rights and lefts • Uncrowded perfection
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -14.03029
  longitude: -171.61259
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Upolu
  address country: Samoa
  address region: Pacific
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 210°
  description: Works best with swells from 210° (SSW). Workable range: 180°-250°.
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 - 16s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 16s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0° (N)
  description: Offshore wind from 0° (N). Offshore range: 315°-45°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.5m and 1.6m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
  description: Apr-Nov best for swell. Dec-Feb lighter winds. Shoulder months ideal.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🦈 Sharks, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Sharp coral reef. Rarely crowded. Very warm water.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: APW
  type: Place
  description: 60 minutes drive from APW airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surf-forecast/World Surfaris cross-reference
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: 210
    workable range min: 180
    workable range max: 250
    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: 315
    offshore range max: 45
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: APW
    drive time minutes: 60
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Salani Surf Resort access.
  best season:
    primary months: 4
    primary months: 5
    primary months: 6
    primary months: 7
    primary months: 8
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months names: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
    secondary months: 12
    secondary months: 1
    secondary months: 2
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months names: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    season explanation: Apr-Nov best for swell. Dec-Feb lighter winds. Shoulder months ideal.

Boulders
type: TouristAttraction
description: Boulders is Samoa's crown jewel—a world-class left-hand point break that produces some of the South Pacific's longest and most powerful rides. When solid southeast groundswells march across the Pacific, Boulders transforms into a 150-meter mechanical freight train, with thick lips detonating over boulders and coral. The wave handles serious size and rewards committed tube riders with extended barrels and room to maneuver. Located near the Salani Surf Resort area, Boulders has earned its reputation as one of the most consistent and high-quality waves in the Pacific Islands.
disambiguating description: 🔥 Samoa's crown jewel • 150m point perfection • Big wave potential
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -14.04
  longitude: -171.79
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Upolu
  address country: Samoa
  address region: Pacific
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Point
  description: This is a point break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 150°
  description: Works best with swells from 150° (SSE). Workable range: 120°-180°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.5m - 5m
  description: Ideal size: 3.3m. Too small below 1.5m, too big (closeout) above 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: low
  description: Works best between 0.2m and 0.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
  description: Dry season best. Handles big SE swells.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 😮‍💨 Hold-downs, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Heavy wave over boulders and coral. Long hold-downs possible.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: APW
  type: Place
  description: 60 minutes drive from APW airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Stormrider surf guide
llm context:
  difficulty: 9
  crowd level: 2
  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: 150
    workable range min: 120
    workable range max: 180
    sweet spot size m: 3.25
  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: 40
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: APW
    drive time minutes: 60
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Accessible from Salani Surf Resort area.
  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: Dry season best. Handles big SE swells.

Coconuts
type: TouristAttraction
description: Coconuts is a picture-perfect mechanical right-hander that epitomizes the Samoan surfing experience—hollow barrels breaking over coral reef with palm-fringed shores and crystal-clear water. Accessed by boat from the iconic Coconuts Beach Club, this wave delivers consistent, workable tubes when south swells hit the coast. The setup is idyllic: tropical warmth, uncrowded lineups, and waves that feel almost too perfect to be real. For surfers seeking the quintessential South Pacific barrel experience without the crowds of more famous destinations, Coconuts delivers pure tropical stoke.
disambiguating description: 🥥 Picture-perfect rights • Tropical barrel machine • Resort access
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -14.00675
  longitude: -171.79182
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Upolu
  address country: Samoa
  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: 190°
  description: Works best with swells from 190° (S). Workable range: 160°-220°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.0m. Too small below 1m, 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: 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 0.3m and 1.2m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
  description: Dry season. Mechanical right-hander.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🚶 Difficult access
  description: Resort access or tour required.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: APW
  type: Place
  description: Unknown minutes drive from APW airport. Requires boat access ($80/day).
content rating: verified
contributor: World Surfaris guide
llm context:
  difficulty: 7
  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: 190
    workable range min: 160
    workable range max: 220
    sweet spot size m: 2
  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: APW
    drive time minutes: 0
    boat required: true
    boat cost usd per day: 80
    access notes: Boat access from Coconuts Resort.
  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: Dry season. Mechanical right-hander.

Nu'usafe'e Island
type: TouristAttraction
description: Nu'usafe'e Island—also known as Devil's Island—is Samoa's secret weapon for when the trade winds blow out every other spot. This uninhabited paradise island sits offshore, sheltered from the prevailing southeast trades that ruin mainland waves. When the wind is wrong everywhere else, Nu'usafe'e offers pristine, glassy barrels over coral reef with no one around for miles. The boat ride to this Robinson Crusoe setup is part of the adventure. For surfers chasing empty perfection in an unspoiled tropical setting, Devil's Island lives up to its legendary reputation.
disambiguating description: 😈 Devil's Island • Trade wind shelter • Empty tropical perfection
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -13.9833
  longitude: -171.8167
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Upolu
  address country: Samoa
  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: 140°
  description: Works best with swells from 140° (SE). Workable range: 110°-170°.
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: 315° (NW)
  description: Offshore wind from 315° (NW). Offshore range: 270°-360°. Best window: both.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Works best between 0.3m and 1.2m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
  description: Works when other spots are blown out by trades.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🏝️ Remote, 🦈 Sharks
  description: Uninhabited island. Boat access only.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: APW
  type: Place
  description: Unknown minutes drive from APW airport. Requires boat access ($100/day).
content rating: verified
contributor: Nomad Surfers guide
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 1
  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: 140
    workable range min: 110
    workable range max: 170
    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: 315
    offshore range min: 270
    offshore range max: 360
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: APW
    drive time minutes: 0
    boat required: true
    boat cost usd per day: 100
    access notes: Boat from mainland. Uninhabited paradise island.
  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: Works when other spots are blown out by trades.

Aganoa Right
type: TouristAttraction
description: Aganoa Right is the signature wave of Savai'i, Samoa's largest and wildest island. A powerful right-hander breaking over reef on the south coast, it's the anchor break for Aganoa Lodge. Catches S-SE groundswells year-round at 2-10ft+, with a hollow takeoff and barrel sections. The setting is pure tropical Polynesia—remote, uncrowded, and stunning.
disambiguating description: 🇼🇸 Savai'i signature • Powerful right barrel • Aganoa Lodge
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -13.7764
  longitude: -172.3091
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Savai'i
  address country: Samoa
  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: 160°
  description: Works best with swells from 160° (SSE). Workable range: 130°-200°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.8m - 3.5m
  description: Ideal size: 2.1m. Too small below 0.8m, 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: 340° (NNW)
  description: Offshore wind from 340° (NNW). Offshore range: 300°-20°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.5m and 1.6m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
  description: April-Oct for S-SE groundswells. Year-round 2-10ft+.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🦈 Sharks, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Sharp coral reef. Sharks. Remote location on Savai'i.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: MXS
  type: Place
  description: 120 minutes drive from MXS airport.
content rating: unverified
contributor: surf-forecast.com
llm context:
  difficulty: 7
  crowd level: 2
  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: 160
    workable range min: 130
    workable range max: 200
    sweet spot size m: 2.15
  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: 340
    offshore range min: 300
    offshore range max: 20
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: MXS
    drive time minutes: 120
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Savai'i access is via ferry or local Maota Airport (MXS); APW is the international gateway on Upolu.
  best season:
    primary months: 4
    primary months: 5
    primary months: 6
    primary months: 7
    primary months: 8
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months names: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
    secondary months: 11
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months names: Nov, Mar
    season explanation: April-Oct for S-SE groundswells. Year-round 2-10ft+.

K-Land
type: TouristAttraction
description: K-Land is a world-class reef pass on Savai'i's south coast, named after the legendary G-Land in Java. A long, wrapping left with both hollow barrelling sections and rippable walls, surfable from 4-12ft+. Accessed by a 30-minute boat ride from Aganoa Lodge, it's one of the South Pacific's most elite waves—heavy, long, and virtually uncrowded.
disambiguating description: 🇼🇸 Named after G-Land • World-class reef pass • Heavy Samoan left
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: -13.8
  longitude: -172.28
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Savai'i
  address country: Samoa
  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: 170°
  description: Works best with swells from 170° (S). Workable range: 140°-210°.
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: 11s - 16s
  description: Needs at least 11s period. Ideal: 16s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 350° (N)
  description: Offshore wind from 350° (N). Offshore range: 310°-30°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Works best between 0.6m and 1.8m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
  description: April-Oct S swell season.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🦈 Sharks, 😮‍💨 Hold-downs, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Heavy reef pass. Long hold-downs possible. Boat access only. 30min from Aganoa.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: MXS
  type: Place
  description: 120 minutes drive from MXS airport. Requires boat access ($50/day).
content rating: unverified
contributor: Perfect Wave Travel / World Surfaris
llm context:
  difficulty: 8
  crowd level: 1
  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: 170
    workable range min: 140
    workable range max: 210
    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: 350
    offshore range min: 310
    offshore range max: 30
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: MXS
    drive time minutes: 120
    boat required: true
    boat cost usd per day: 50
    access notes: Savai'i access is via ferry or local Maota Airport (MXS); coordinates remain approximate and need local verification.
  best season:
    primary months: 4
    primary months: 5
    primary months: 6
    primary months: 7
    primary months: 8
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months names: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
    season explanation: April-Oct S swell season.