Surf Regions

Europe's premier surf destination with dramatic cliffs, golden beaches, and powerful Atlantic swells. The Algarve offers both sheltered bays for beginners and exposed points for advanced surfers.

Mundaka's left-hand rivermouth barrel is one of Europe's best waves. San Sebastian, Zarautz, and Sopelana add variety. Rich culture, incredible food, and powerful surf.

Ireland's surf capital. The Peak delivers hollow waves, and nearby Mullaghmore is a world-class big wave spot. Cold water, dramatic cliffs, and empty lineups.

Europe's only World Surfing Reserve. A charming fishing village with 8+ world-class breaks within walking distance, from beginner-friendly to expert reef.

Year-round surf on a volcanic island. The North Shore delivers powerful reef breaks, while the south has beginner-friendly beach breaks. Warm water, constant wind.

The surfing capital of Europe with some of the heaviest beach breaks on the planet. La Gravière's barrels rival those of Hawaii, while nearby spots offer options for all abilities.

Big wave capital of the world. The underwater Nazare Canyon funnels swells into 30+ meter monsters. Also has smaller beach breaks nearby for regular surfers.

A surf peninsula with waves on every side. Home to Supertubos — one of Europe's heaviest beach breaks and a WSL Championship Tour stop.

Sri Lanka's premier surf spot on the east coast. Main Point is a long right-hander working April to October. A chill backpacker town with warm water waves.

The Island of Gods offers world-class waves for all levels, from mellow beach breaks in Kuta to the legendary barrels of Uluwatu. Warm water, cheap living, and consistent swells make Bali a surf paradise year-round.

Australia's most easterly point. The Pass is a world-famous longboard wave, and the town's relaxed vibe makes it perfect for surfers of all levels.

West Java's best surf break. A powerful right-hand reef point that peels along the cliff. Quiet fishing village feel, far from Bali's crowds.

Australia's surfing capital. Snapper Rocks, Kirra, and Burleigh Heads offer world-class point breaks and beach breaks along 70 km of coastline.

Remote Indonesian archipelago with some of the most perfect reef breaks on Earth. Macaronis, Lance's Right, and dozens of empty world-class waves.

New Zealand's most famous surf town. Manu Bay and Indicators offer long, peeling left-hand point breaks. Black volcanic sand beaches and a chilled-out community.

The surfing capital of the Philippines. Cloud 9 is a world-famous hollow right over shallow reef. Warm water, palm trees, and uncrowded waves.

Sri Lanka's southern coastline offers warm, beginner-friendly waves from November to April. Mellow point breaks, reef breaks, and bay swells make it perfect for learning and progressing.

An island city with 42 beaches. Praia da Joaquina and Praia Mole are consistent beach breaks. Brazil's surf culture capital with warm water year-round.

The birthplace of modern big-wave surfing. Home to Pipeline, Sunset Beach, and the Vans Triple Crown. November to February brings world-class swells.

A laidback jungle surf town on the Nicoya Peninsula. Playa Guiones offers one of the most consistent beginner-to-intermediate waves in Central America.

Chile's surf capital. Punta de Lobos is a world-class left point break that holds massive swells. Cold water, dramatic coastline, and growing surf culture.

Oaxaca's Pacific coast delivers powerful beach breaks and point breaks fed by southern hemisphere swells. Uncrowded and affordable, with a growing surf tourism scene.

The surf capital of Northern California. Steamer Lane is iconic, while Pleasure Point and Cowells offer waves for every level. Cool water, warm vibes.

A tropical surf town on the Nicoya Peninsula. Playa Hermosa and Playa Carmen offer consistent beach breaks. Laid-back expat community with yoga and jungle vibes.

Canada's surf capital on Vancouver Island's wild west coast. Cold water, stunning old-growth rainforest backdrop, and powerful Pacific swells year-round.

West Africa's surf capital. N'Gor Island's right-hander, Ouakam, and Vivier are consistent warm-water waves just minutes from the city. Africa's emerging surf hub.

One of the best right-hand point breaks on Earth. The legendary Supertubes section delivers flawless barrels from June to September.

Home to the longest sand-bottom barrel in the world. A remote, windswept desert coastline where waves can run for 2 km. Adventure surfing at its finest.

A charming fishing village turned surf mecca on Morocco's Atlantic coast. Known for its right-hand point breaks, warm hospitality, and affordable living, Taghazout delivers world-class waves from October to April.

Indian Ocean reef perfection. Tamarin Bay and One Eye are world-class left-handers. Warm tropical water, dolphin-filled bays, and uncrowded breaks.