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.
Aganoa Right surf forecast
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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 tide is best at Aganoa Right?
The Aganoa Right profile favors the recorded tide range, ideally between 0.5m and 1.6m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Aganoa Right?
The Aganoa Right profile uses wind from NNW (340°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 300° to 20°. 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 Aganoa Right?
The Aganoa Right scoring profile favors swell from SSE (130° to 200°), a swell-height range of 0.8m to 3.5m, and a reference period of 15s. 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 Aganoa Right?
The main season at Aganoa Right is Apr-Oct. A secondary window runs Nov, Mar. April-Oct for S-SE groundswells. Year-round 2-10ft+.
How do I get to Aganoa Right?
The spot profile lists MXS as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 120 minutes. Savai'i access is via ferry or local Maota Airport (MXS); APW is the international gateway on Upolu.
What kind of wave is Aganoa Right?
Aganoa Right is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Mar
April-Oct for S-SE groundswells. Year-round 2-10ft+.
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