Arrifana Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
NW, W.
Wind
NE, E.
Surf Height
For the beach waist to head high. Overhead to double overhead plus on the point.
Tide
Low to medium tide.
Arrifana Surf Guide
Probably the region's best known beach. A good option in bigger swells or unfavourable winds in other zones. On the northern edge of the bay is the righthand point which peels down the rocky fringe towards the harbour breakwater. It needs to be well overhead high to clear the many boulders in the line-up, but once the swell fills in the wave lines up offering long, winding walls. The beachbreak is shifty but can get quote good on smaller swells.
Ability Level
All Abilities
All abilities on the beach -- point for experienced surfers due to rocks.
Local Vibe
Doable
The point is focussed and competitive.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Beach is crowded -- point is less so.
Spot Rating
Fun
High quality, heavy point break that is only really rideable when well over head high, offering long, walling righthanders with a couple of large boulders to negotiate near the end section. The beach is fun for all comers.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Long paddles to the point, heavy if caught inside.
Water Quality
Clean
OK.
Hazards
The point is a serious wave with rocks in the line-up and on the inside, rips. Watch for big bailed boards at the beach.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Bodyboard, Fish, Longboard
Access
There is parking on the road down to the beach, or in the clifftop car park.
Bottom
Sand and rock
Best Season
September - February.
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