GREAT PLACES TO GO SURFING
Added on: 1st Jul 2015
RIYUEWAN, SANYA, HAINAN, CHINA
China is not exactly known for its beaches nor surfing, but a gigantic
island on its southern tip offers untouched tropical beaches with
consistent un-crowded waves. For beginners, locals from Hainan can
guide you to the best spot such as the Riyuewan Bay or other lesser-known
locations. You can also recharge your body after surfing by eating fresh
fish from the day’s catch cooked in spicy Hainan-style at the local cafe.
CLOUDBREAK, TAVARUA ISLAND, FIJI
The Tavarua Island off Fiji is a heart-shaped island that can offer
something for everyone including the hard core surfer to waddling
toddlers. However, Cloudbreak is exclusively for hard core surfers only
as this is a brutal wave that can form up to 1,600 metres off the coast.
It can hold up to 500 metres and reaches 10 meters in size.
JOE’S POINT, SUR, OMAN
The Middle East is still very much unexplored when it comes to surfing
destinations. However Oman, which has a long stretch of coast that
faces the desert on one side and the Indian Ocean on the other,
boasts miles of breaks that are waiting to be ridden. Joe’s Point, which
is perfect for beginners and professional surfers alike, has a sand bar
to the right and rock bottom to the left that offer rides that can last for
40 seconds. You need not even worry about the climate as the
temperature at Oman is often in the low 30s while the water is at a
comfortable 25°C even when neighbouring Dubai is hitting 45°C.
WATERGATE BAY, CORNWALL, ENGLAND
While Watergate Bay is less popular than Fistral Bay, surfers are drawn
to its English charm because it is less crowded and has waves that can
range from 30 centimetres to three metres. After surfing, you can relax
at a bistro on the beach and dine on delicious steaks and
locally-sourced fish.
RINCON, PUERTO RICO
This once-sleepy Puerto Rican town was made famous by surfing,
though there is still an opportunity to get barrelled with the locals.
After a 10-minute walk past a famous green hill, you will find the
perfect spot to spy on the best surf. You can go to Rincon by
flying to San Juan or a flight to Rafael Hernandez or
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Airport, and then go cross-country
to Rincon.
WHITE BEACH, OKINAWA, JAPAN
With the only sandbars in the region, this is the perfect and most
suitable fun spot for everyone who wants to practice or train how to surf.
This is the reason why it is usually packed during the weekends.
After practicing, head off and move on to epic nearby reef breaks
such as the Aha-Yoko or Suicide Cliffs once you have perfected
the technique.
LES CAVALIERS, ANGLET, FRANCE
This killer wave was named ‘Les Cavaliers’ for a reason. Les Cavaliers
is bordered by two rocky girders, so you can use the channel at the
right-hand side and paddle into the killer wave. This works perfectly
during offshore winds with west swells. If you are a tourist, stay out of
the local’s way as they can be uncharacteristically aggressive if
you dare steal their waves.
TOFINO, VANCOUVER ISLAND, CANADA
This is the surfing capital of Canada that offers fun, picturesque breaks
on the west coast of the island. Surrounded by a looming rainforest,
it is suitable for all abilities if you are not too particular with the
chilly weather. Do bring thick wet suits though, just in case.
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