Jeffreys Bay
Jeffreys Bay is surfing's ultimate right-hand point break—a legendary sand-bottomed wave that spirals down a long bay on South Africa's Eastern Cape. The wave connects multiple sections: Boneyards, Supertubes, Impossibles, Tubes, The Point, and Albatross, with rides of 300+ meters on perfect days. Supertubes is the crown jewel—a flawless barrel machine that has hosted elite competition since the 1970s. Winter brings consistent Antarctic groundswells and offshore "Berg" winds that groom the wave to perfection. The water is cold, the locals are proud, and the potential for unforgettable tubes is unmatched.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (200°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 225°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 4m
- Ideal size
- 3.2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WNW (290°)
- Offshore range
- 250° - 330°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.6m
Water temp
18°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
8/10
👥 Winter Break (Jun 27 – Jul 13) — expect extra crowds
Best Season
Peak: May-Sep
Secondary: Apr, Oct
Winter swells from Antarctic. Berg winds offshore.
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