Boulders
Boulders is Samoa's crown jewel—a world-class left-hand point break that produces some of the South Pacific's longest and most powerful rides. When solid southeast groundswells march across the Pacific, Boulders transforms into a 150-meter mechanical freight train, with thick lips detonating over boulders and coral. The wave handles serious size and rewards committed tube riders with extended barrels and room to maneuver. Located near the Salani Surf Resort area, Boulders has earned its reputation as one of the most consistent and high-quality waves in the Pacific Islands.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSE (150°)
- Direction range
- 120° - 180°
- Size range
- 1.5m - 5m
- Ideal size
- 3.9m
- Height multiplier
- 1.08×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 320° - 40°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low
- Optimal range
- 0.2m - 0.8m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
9/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Accessible from Salani Surf Resort area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Boulders?
Boulders works best on a low tide, ideally between 0.2m and 0.8m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Boulders?
Offshore wind at Boulders blows from the N (0°). Anything in the 320° to 40° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Boulders?
Boulders wants SSE swell (120° to 180°) between 1.5m and 5m, with a period of 16s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Boulders?
The main season at Boulders is May-Oct. Dry season best. Handles big SE swells.
How do I get to Boulders?
Fly into APW, then allow about 60 minutes by road. Accessible from Salani Surf Resort area.
What kind of wave is Boulders?
Boulders is a point break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 9/10.
Best Season
Peak: May-Oct
Dry season best. Handles big SE swells.
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