Eratap
Eratap is considered Vanuatu's best and most consistent wave, breaking on a reef adjacent to the luxury Eratap Beach Resort on Efate's south coast. The right-hander can be world-class with long barrels and walls when SE groundswell arrives with light winds. Multiple sections along the reef cater to different levels. Best at higher tides.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSE (160°)
- Direction range
- 130° - 200°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 13s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNE (20°)
- Offshore range
- 340° - 60°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.6m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: 30min drive from Port Vila. Eratap Beach Resort access. Can paddle or take resort boat.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Oct, Nov, Mar
April-Sept main season. SE groundswell and light winds.