Surfer's Beach Eleuthera
Surfer's Beach on Eleuthera has been called the second-best surfing beach in the world by those who've experienced it on a good day. The pink-sand beach break delivers punchy, hollow waves in crystal-clear water, with consistently clean conditions thanks to offshore trades. A Bahamian paradise.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Direction range
- 20° - 90°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Offshore range
- 190° - 270°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.2m - 2.5m
Water temp
26°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Eleuthera island. Ferry or flight from Nassau.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Surfer's Beach Eleuthera?
Surfer's Beach Eleuthera is a beach break in Eleuthera, Bahamas, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Surfer's Beach Eleuthera?
Surfer's Beach Eleuthera picks up swell from the NNE round to the E, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NE. It starts working at around 0.8m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 12s or longer, as anything under 8s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Surfer's Beach Eleuthera?
A SW wind is dead offshore at Surfer's Beach Eleuthera, and anything from the S round to the W keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Surfer's Beach Eleuthera?
Surfer's Beach Eleuthera has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.2m to 2.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Surfer's Beach Eleuthera?
The most reliable run of swell at Surfer's Beach Eleuthera comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Sep to Oct too. Winter swells. Most consistent in Bahamas.
How cold is the water at Surfer's Beach Eleuthera?
The water at Surfer's Beach Eleuthera averages around 26°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Surfer's Beach Eleuthera good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 4/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Shark sightings. Strong currents possible.
How do I get to Surfer's Beach Eleuthera?
The nearest airport on our list is NAS, then it's roughly a 3-hour drive. From there you need a boat to reach the break (we estimate around $50 USD, but confirm with an operator). Eleuthera island. Ferry or flight from Nassau.
What other surf spots are near Surfer's Beach Eleuthera?
The closest breaks we track are Whale Point Cut (45 km), handy when Surfer's Beach Eleuthera isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Winter swells. Most consistent in Bahamas.
Getting There
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