Tupira Surf Club
Tupira Surf Club is Papua New Guinea's grassroots surf success story—a community-run operation in Ulingan Bay near Madang that offers remarkably consistent waves over limestone reef. The main break is a fun right-hander directly out front that acts as a north swell magnet, rarely going flat during the October to April season. The wave suits all levels with ordinary power but quality shape, making it the most accessible surf in PNG. Beyond the main break, the bay hides several other reef setups including Suaru (double the size), Tawulte (a 300-400m left), and Rurunat (punchy left). Limited to 12 guests at a time, this is community-controlled surfing at its finest.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Direction range
- 0° - 70°
- Size range
- 0.5m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.4m - 2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 11s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Offshore range
- 190° - 260°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
- Danger below
- 0.3m
Water temp
29°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
1/10
Access: 2-hour drive from Madang on sealed road. Must pre-arrange with Tupira Surf Club. Max 12 guests.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Tupira Surf Club?
The Tupira Surf Club profile favors mid to high tide, ideally between 0.5m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session. The profile flags a low-tide hazard below 0.3m.
What wind direction is offshore at Tupira Surf Club?
The Tupira Surf Club profile uses wind from SW (225°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 190° to 260°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Tupira Surf Club?
The Tupira Surf Club scoring profile favors swell from NE (0° to 70°), a swell-height range of 0.5m to 2.5m, and a reference period of 11s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Tupira Surf Club?
The main season at Tupira Surf Club is Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr. Oct-Apr. North swell magnet—rarely flat during season. ~150 surfable days/year.
How do I get to Tupira Surf Club?
The spot profile lists MAG as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 120 minutes. 2-hour drive from Madang on sealed road. Must pre-arrange with Tupira Surf Club. Max 12 guests.
What kind of wave is Tupira Surf Club?
Tupira Surf Club is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Oct-Apr. North swell magnet—rarely flat during season. ~150 surfable days/year.