Himalayas sits way offshore from Lani's, a shifting, scary reef that peels left and right over an uneven bottom. The predominant left peak is the real draw, and it entices the self-assured rather than the casual visitor.
When It Works
The break draws swell from west to north (W-N), with northwest (NW) swell the best match. West-northwest swells wall up long, lengthy lefts, while more northerly swell throws rights off the peak, and wave heights can fluctuate wildly from one set to the next. It is a somewhat inconsistent wave that works from 2.4 m / 8 ft to 9.1 m / 30 ft.
Wind and Tide
Look for east (E) offshore wind. The reef can break through low, mid, and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call.
Local Tips
This is an expert-only wave. Only experienced watermen will handle the rips and clean-ups, and only those with a ski will avoid some deep-water tumbling under the biggest sets. When it breaks, the lineup tends to stay fairly quiet.
Access
There are showers on hand, along with a car park offering free parking and additional roadside parking.
