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Surf spots: Banzai Pipeline in Hawaii, Teahupo'o in Polynesia, Jeffreys Bay in South Africa

This collection includes renowned surf spots around the world, located across multiple continents and oceans. From the north coast of Oahu in Hawaii to Australian beaches like Bells Beach and Snapper Rocks, these locations attract surfers from around the world for their consistent waves and favorable conditions. The sites feature diverse characteristics suitable for different skill levels. Banzai Pipeline produces tube-shaped waves over coral reefs, while Supertubes at Jeffreys Bay offers rapid rights over 300 meters. Mavericks in California and Teahupo'o in Tahiti are known for their large waves requiring advanced experience, whereas Rincon Point and Hossegor provide accessible waves with quality sessions. Each destination has its own seasons and geological formations determining surf conditions. Rocky reefs, sandbanks, and coral bottoms create waves with distinct profiles, helping surfers choose their playground based on their skills and preferences.

Banzai Pipeline

Oahu, Hawaii

Banzai Pipeline

The Banzai Pipeline produces hollow waves reaching 6 meters in height on a coral reef off the north coast of Oahu.

Supertubes

Jeffreys Bay, South Africa

Supertubes

Supertubes generates fast sections that run for 300 meters, creating tubular segments sought after by experienced surfers.

Uluwatu Surf Break

Pecatu, Bali, Indonesia

Uluwatu Surf Break

The Uluwatu spot is located at the base of a cliff and has five distinct sections where the waves range from 1 to 5 meters in height.

Mavericks

Half Moon Bay, California, USA

Mavericks

Mavericks forms over an underwater reef and produces waves up to 18 meters high during the winter season.

Rincon Point

Santa Barbara, USA

Rincon Point

This surf location features consistent long waves from September through April, with average heights of two meters.

Hossegor Beach

Landes, France

Hossegor Beach

The beach provides strong waves due to deep sandbanks and hosts regular international surfing competitions.

Snapper Rocks

Queensland, Australia

Snapper Rocks

Snapper Rocks generates waves that break on a rocky bottom, creating runs up to 500 meters in optimal conditions.

Teahupo'o

Tahiti, French Polynesia

Teahupo'o

The waves reach heights of seven meters and break over a coral reef in only one meter of water depth.

Puerto Escondido

Oaxaca, Mexico

Puerto Escondido

Puerto Escondido attracts experienced surfers because of its powerful waves that form along the Pacific coast of Mexico.

Bell's Beach

Victoria, Australia

Bell's Beach

Bell's Beach hosts the Rip Curl Pro surfing competition each year, one of the stops on the professional world tour.

Trestles

San Clemente, California

Trestles

Trestles is known for its consistent waves and varied breaks.

Cloud 9

Siargao, Philippines

Cloud 9

Cloud 9 is recognized by surfers for its thick, hollow tubular waves.

Jaws/Peahi

Maui, USA

Jaws/Peahi

This surf location generates waves reaching heights of 60 to 100 feet and is surfed only by experienced surfers during optimal winter conditions.

Shipstern Bluff

Tasmania, Australia

Shipstern Bluff

This surf spot sits on a remote coastline with cliffs. The waves reach heights of 20 feet and break over a rock reef.

Waimea Bay

Oahu, USA

Waimea Bay

This bay offers winter waves from 20 to 50 feet high and has been used by surfers since the 1950s.

Playa Zicatela

Oaxaca, Mexico

Playa Zicatela

This 2.2-mile beach produces strong waves that move quickly and break over sandy bottom.