Papatowai

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Papatowai surfspot characteristics

Swell Window
SE | SW
Optimal Swell Direction
S
Swell Size
10ft - 10ft
Breaks over
unevenReef
Wave type
reef
Wave direction
left | right
Optimal Wind Direction
NW
Best Tides at
low | mid | high

More about Papatowai surfspot

Papatowai holds some of New Zealand’s biggest waves, where tow-in teams and experienced paddlers try to ride the long barrelling right or lethal, dredging left.

Long paddle or jetski ride

Big boils and tendrils of kelp add to the stress of this hellmen only wave. There’s also some beachbreak at Tahakopa Bay.

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