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Cloudbreak

Tavarua, Fiji
🪸Sharp reef😮‍💨Hold-downs🦈Sharks🏝️Remote

Cloudbreak is a world-renowned left-hander that breaks over a pristine coral reef in the open ocean off Fiji's Tavarua Island. The wave can handle virtually any size—from fun 4-footers to triple-overhead bombs—and delivers long, makeable barrels across multiple sections. When large S-SW swells arrive during the May-October season, Cloudbreak transforms into one of the world's most powerful waves. Access is by boat only, keeping crowds manageable despite its fame. The warm, crystal-clear water and consistent trade winds make this a bucket-list destination.

Spot Details

Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
SSW (200°)
Direction range
170° - 230°
Size range
1.2m - 5m
Ideal period
18s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
E (100°)
Offshore range
60° - 140°
Best window
morning

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
mid
Optimal range
0.6m - 1.5m

Water temp

27°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

9/10

Crowd level

4/10

Access: Boat access from Denarau.

Getting There

Airport
NAN
Drive time
0 min
Boat required
$200

Best Season

Peak: Apr-Oct

April-October SW swell season.

Data Quality

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