Anse Bertrand
Anse Bertrand is Guadeloupe's world-class left—a long, walling wave that peels along the reef on the north tip of Grande-Terre. A local favorite that comes alive from December to April, this wave draws surfers from across the French Caribbean when winter swells arrive.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Direction range
- 20° - 80°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.8m - 2.2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Offshore range
- 190° - 260°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.8m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: North Grande-Terre. Guadeloupe surf hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Anse Bertrand?
Anse Bertrand is a reef break in Anse Bertrand, Guadeloupe, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at Anse Bertrand?
Anse Bertrand 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 1.2m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.8 to 2.2m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s 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 Anse Bertrand?
A SW wind is dead offshore at Anse Bertrand, 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 Anse Bertrand?
Anse Bertrand is at its best around the mid to high tide, roughly 0.6m to 1.8m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Anse Bertrand?
The most reliable run of swell at Anse Bertrand comes Nov to Apr. There's a second window in Sep to Oct too. Winter swells. World-class left. Local favorite.
How cold is the water at Anse Bertrand?
The water at Anse Bertrand averages around 27°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Anse Bertrand good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (5/10) when it's on. Local favorite. Works December to April.
How do I get to Anse Bertrand?
The nearest airport on our list is PTP, then it's roughly a 40-minute drive. North Grande-Terre. Guadeloupe surf hub.
What other surf spots are near Anse Bertrand?
The closest breaks we track are La Chapelle (2.0 km), Port Louis (6.6 km) and Damencourt (23 km), handy when Anse Bertrand isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Winter swells. World-class left. Local favorite.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
La Chapelle
⛪ Guadeloupe's pit machine • Slot tubes • Intermediate-friendly barrels
Port Louis
🎲 Fickle but rewarding • Long connecting waves • N swell dependent
Damencourt
🏄 Guadeloupe's busiest • Most consistent • Le Moule hub
La Bouëlle
🇬🇵 Guadeloupe's best • Punchy right reef • French Caribbean quality
Petit Havre
🌊 Guadeloupe's best-known reef • Southern option • Consistent E swells
Bananler
🌋 Black sand beach break • Basse-Terre gem • Volcanic vibes