Bananler
Bananler is a rare Basse-Terre surf spot—a black sand beach break that catches SE swells on Guadeloupe's volcanic island. The mellow vibe and unique volcanic setting make this worth exploring when conditions align.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Direction range
- 100° - 170°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.2m - 1.7m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Offshore range
- 280° - 350°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.2m - 2.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Basse-Terre south. Black sand beach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Bananler?
Bananler is a beach break in Capesterre-Belle-Eau, Guadeloupe, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Bananler?
Bananler picks up swell from the E round to the S, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SE. It starts working at around 0.6m and handles up to about 2m, with the sweet spot around 1.2 to 1.7m. 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 Bananler?
A NW wind is dead offshore at Bananler, and anything from the W round to the N 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 Bananler?
Bananler has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.2m to 2.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Bananler?
The most reliable run of swell at Bananler comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Sep to Oct too. Rare, Bass ferrai, sandy must busy. Black sand, multy bus.
How cold is the water at Bananler?
The water at Bananler 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 Bananler 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). Rare basis ferrai spot. Black sand, multy bus.
How do I get to Bananler?
The nearest airport on our list is PTP, then it's roughly a 45-minute drive. Basse-Terre south. Black sand beach.
What other surf spots are near Bananler?
The closest breaks we track are Petit Havre (28 km), La Bouëlle (39 km) and Damencourt (39 km), handy when Bananler isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Rare, Bass ferrai, sandy must busy. Black sand, multy bus.
Getting There
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