Taapuna Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
W, SW
Wind
Glassy, E, SE
Surf Height
Head high to quadruple overhead
Tide
Medium to high (incoming).
Taapuna Surf Guide
Before Teahupo'o was famous, and before Tahiti was a major surf destination, the world-class lefthanders at Taapuna played host to only a handful of local surfers and visiting pros. A perfect, hollow left that requires skill and confidence to master its technical, variable sections, its close proximity to Papeete makes it a prime candidate for crowds and hassles, so act accordingly if you do think you can handle the legendary Taapuna left.
Ability Level
Advanced
Advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
Can be tense.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Crowded.
Spot Rating
Perfect
Good.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Medium
Water Quality
Clean
Clean
Hazards
Coral and sharks.
Bring Your
Shortboard
Access
Boat or a 20-minute paddle from shore.
Bottom
Coral.
Best Season
April-October
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