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Level 5/10

Ral Island

Kavieng, Papua New Guinea
🪸Sharp reef🏝️Remote

Ral Island serves as Kavieng's swell magnet—the spot that works when everywhere else goes flat. This north-facing reef picks up any trace of swell moving through the region, providing consistent waves when the more famous breaks need bigger energy. The wave itself offers fun, user-friendly peaks over coral reef, making it an excellent warm-up spot or backup option for days between swells. The remote island setting delivers that classic PNG experience: empty lineups, crystal-clear water, and the satisfaction of surfing waves most people will never see.

Spot Details

Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
N (0°)
Direction range
330° - 30°
Size range
0.5m - 2m
Ideal period
10s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
S (180°)
Offshore range
140° - 220°
Best window
morning

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
mid
Optimal range
0.5m - 1.5m

Water temp

29°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

5/10

Crowd level

1/10

Access: Boat from Kavieng.

Getting There

Airport
KVG
Drive time
0 min
Boat required
$100

Best Season

Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr

Swell magnet - works when everywhere else is flat.

Data Quality

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