Sandy Point Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
E to S
Wind
Calm or offshore from the WSW to NW. Mornings are generally clean and offshore in the dry season.
Surf Height
Chest high-overhead
Tide
All tides
Sandy Point Surf Guide
An exposed beachbreaks, Sandy Point is best in small south or southwest swells and north or northeast winds. It’s very dependent on the quality of the sandbar. It is typically uncrowded.
Ability Level
All Abilities
All levels -- Depends on size. Many times it can be suitable for all levels on the same day along the different sections of the point.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
None in the water. Tons of fans on the beach.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Uncrowded in the lineup but many kids on the inside to watch out for.
Spot Rating
Fun
Mellow wave but long rides.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Can walk to top of point with easy paddle out. Long rides equal long way back out. Current can get bad.
Water Quality
Fair
Rivermouth.
Hazards
Some rocks. Current can get bad. Water quality, especially after a heavy rain.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, SUP
Access
Easy. Road leads right to it and there's a village around it.
Bottom
Sand and rock Ledge.
Best Season
Summer, as winter storms are in the South Indian Ocean. Tropical cyclones can form throughout the year, but are most frequent between April and June, and between October and December.
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