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Level 6/10

Desperations

Namotu, Fiji
🪸Sharp reef🏝️Remote

Desperations earned its name from surfers seeking an alternative when Cloudbreak and Restaurants get too crowded or maxed out. This reliable left-hander near Namotu Island works in similar conditions to Fiji's famous breaks but with a fraction of the crowd. The wave offers good barrel sections and workable walls over coral reef, providing quality sessions when the A-list spots are packed. For surfers staying at Namotu or exploring the Mamanuca reef system, Desperations delivers solid Fijian reef surfing without the competition for waves.

Spot Details

Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
SSW (200°)
Direction range
170° - 230°
Size range
0.8m - 2.5m
Ideal period
14s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
NE (45°)
Offshore range
10° - 80°
Best window
morning

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
mid
Optimal range
0.5m - 1.5m

Water temp

27°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

6/10

Crowd level

2/10

Access: Boat from Namotu Island or Denarau.

Getting There

Airport
NAN
Drive time
0 min
Boat required
$150

Best Season

Peak: Apr-Oct

Fiji winter season. Works in similar conditions to Cloudbreak.

Data Quality

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