Banzai Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

SE,S,SW,W

Wind

N, NE

Surf Height

waist-overhead high

Tide

mid to high

Banzai Surf Guide

Banzai is generally regarded as one of the most consistent spots on mainland Italy. Mostly a right hand wave that breaks over scattered rock reef. It can be hollow and offer quality rides on the rare occasions when windswell and local conditions align.

Ability Level

All Abilities

BegIntAdv

Beginner to advanced.

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

Mellow, but humility and respect will serve you well.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

Can be heavy, very popular and well known spot

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Can turn into pretty solid wave, but mostly a multi peaked right hander that is pretty soft. Some lefts.

Shoulder Burn

Light

LightExhausting

Not too bad most of the time.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Some run off from city streets

Hazards

Rocks, crowds and urchins inside.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, SUP

Access

Easy access, parking on the street.

Bottom

rock reef

Best Season

Autumn through Spring.

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