Aganoa Right
Aganoa Right is the signature wave of Savai'i, Samoa's largest and wildest island. A powerful right-hander breaking over reef on the south coast, it's the anchor break for Aganoa Lodge. Catches S-SE groundswells year-round at 2-10ft+, with a hollow takeoff and barrel sections. The setting is pure tropical Polynesia—remote, uncrowded, and stunning.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSE (160°)
- Direction range
- 130° - 200°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 3.5m
- Ideal size
- 2m - 2.8m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 15s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNW (340°)
- Offshore range
- 300° - 20°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.6m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Savai'i access is via ferry or local Maota Airport (MXS); APW is the international gateway on Upolu.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Aganoa Right?
Aganoa Right is a reef break in Savai'i, Samoa, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Aganoa Right?
Aganoa Right picks up swell from the SE round to the SSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSE. It starts working at around 0.8m and handles up to about 3.5m, with the sweet spot around 2 to 2.8m. Period matters too: aim for 15s 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 Aganoa Right?
A NNW wind is dead offshore at Aganoa Right, 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 Aganoa Right?
Aganoa Right has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.5m to 1.6m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Aganoa Right?
The most reliable run of swell at Aganoa Right comes Apr to Oct. There's a second window in Mar and Nov too. April-Oct for S-SE groundswells. Year-round 2-10ft+.
How cold is the water at Aganoa Right?
The water at Aganoa Right averages around 28°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Aganoa Right good for beginners?
Not really. It's rated 7/10 for difficulty and suits experienced surfers. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Sharp coral reef. Sharks. Remote location on Savai'i.
How do I get to Aganoa Right?
The nearest airport on our list is MXS, then it's roughly a 2-hour drive. Savai'i access is via ferry or local Maota Airport (MXS); APW is the international gateway on Upolu.
What other surf spots are near Aganoa Right?
The closest breaks we track are K-Land (4.1 km) and Nu'usafe'e Island (58 km), handy when Aganoa Right isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Mar
April-Oct for S-SE groundswells. Year-round 2-10ft+.
Getting There
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