Gouaro
Gouaro is a fun right-hander near Bourail that complements the more intense Secrets break nearby. A consistent reef break suitable for all levels, breaking on the same reef system. Short boat ride from Nekweta Surf Camp makes it easily accessible alongside Secrets for a day of varied waves.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (200°)
- Direction range
- 160° - 240°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.5m - 2m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 13s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNW (340°)
- Offshore range
- 300° - 20°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.6m
Water temp
23°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Same logistics as Secrets. 5min boat from Nekweta camp.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Gouaro?
Gouaro is a reef break in Bourail, New Caledonia, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Gouaro?
Gouaro picks up swell from the SSE round to the WSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSW. It starts working at around 0.6m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.5 to 2m. Period matters too: aim for 13s or longer, as anything under 9s 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 Gouaro?
A NNW wind is dead offshore at Gouaro, and anything from the WNW round to the NNE 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 Gouaro?
Gouaro has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.4m to 1.6m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Gouaro?
The most reliable run of swell at Gouaro comes May to Oct. Winter SSW groundswells.
How cold is the water at Gouaro?
The water at Gouaro averages around 23°C, so you'll want a springsuit or 2mm. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Gouaro good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 5/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Reef break. Mellow by New Cal standards. 5min boat from camp.
How do I get to Gouaro?
The nearest airport on our list is NOU, then it's roughly a 2.5-hour drive. From there you need a boat to reach the break (we estimate around $60 USD, but confirm with an operator). Same logistics as Secrets. 5min boat from Nekweta camp.
What other surf spots are near Gouaro?
The closest breaks we track are Secrets (1.6 km), handy when Gouaro isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: May-Oct
Winter SSW groundswells.