Shipwreck Bay Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
Long period SW and W-NW swells
Wind
S, SSW
Surf Height
Waist high-well overhead
Tide
Incoming low to mid
Shipwreck Bay Surf Guide
This is the best break in the Ahipara area - a long lefthander breaking over sand and rock. Stay a few days and you are almost guaranteed waves. Get the place going off, and you could be in for three-minute rides. The wave has sections for all types of surfers.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Intermediate to advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Pretty mellow. Humility and respect appreciated.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Compared to Australia, minor.
Spot Rating
Fun
Not world-class, but a good pointbreak when it's on.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Cyclone-induced rips will give you a workout.
Water Quality
Clean
Pretty good
Hazards
Bouncing off the reef.
Bring Your
Shortboard
Access
Four-wheel-drive or a long walk.
Bottom
Sand/Rock
Best Season
Southern Hemisphere winter, May-August
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