One Eye
One Eye is Mauritius' most famous wave—a world-class left reef break at Le Morne that has become equally renowned for kitesurfing and windsurfing. The wave breaks over shallow coral, producing powerful, hollow barrels when SW groundswells arrive during the May-September season. SE trade winds blow offshore, creating perfect conditions for wave-riding sports. The lineup can be crowded with kites and sails, requiring awareness from surfers. Mauritius' showcase wave.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (200°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 230°
- Size range
- 1m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 1.9m - 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.2m
- Danger below
- 0.2m
Water temp
24°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Paddle from Le Morne beach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is One Eye?
One Eye is a reef break in Le Morne, Mauritius, that mostly breaks left. It's on our list of the world's 100 best waves.
What's the story behind One Eye?
It's said to be named for the small hole, or 'eye', in Le Morne's rock face that surfers line up with to find the sweet spot. Le Morne Brabant was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2008 and is remembered as a refuge for people who escaped slavery.
What swell works best at One Eye?
One Eye picks up swell from the S round to the SW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSW. It starts working at around 1m and handles up to about 3m, with the sweet spot around 1.9 to 2.5m. 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 One Eye?
An E wind is dead offshore at One Eye, and anything from the NE round to the SE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at One Eye?
One Eye is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.4m to 1.2m on the local chart. Below 0.2m it gets dangerously shallow.
When is the best time of year to surf One Eye?
The most reliable run of swell at One Eye comes May to Sep. There's a second window in Apr and Oct too. May-September SW swell season. SE trade winds offshore.
How cold is the water at One Eye?
The water at One Eye averages around 24°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is One Eye good for beginners?
Not really. It's rated 8/10 for difficulty and suits experienced surfers. Expect a moderate crowd (5/10) when it's on. Shallow reef. Strong currents. Kite/windsurf traffic.
How do I get to One Eye?
The nearest airport on our list is MRU, then it's roughly a one-hour drive. Paddle from Le Morne beach.
What other surf spots are near One Eye?
The closest breaks we track are Tamarin Bay (15 km), handy when One Eye isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: May-Sep
Secondary: Apr, Oct
May-September SW swell season. SE trade winds offshore.
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