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Boulders

Upolu, Samoa
🪸Sharp reef😮‍💨Hold-downs🏝️Remote

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.

Spot Details

Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
SSE (150°)
Direction range
120° - 180°
Size range
1.5m - 5m
Ideal period
16s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
N (0°)
Offshore range
320° - 40°
Best window
morning

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
low
Optimal range
0.2m - 0.8m

Water temp

28°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

9/10

Crowd level

2/10

Access: Accessible from Salani Surf Resort area.

Getting There

Airport
APW
Drive time
60 min

Best Season

Peak: May-Oct

Dry season best. Handles big SE swells.

Data Quality

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Verified by Stormrider surf guide