Maraa
Tahiti, French Polynesia
Reef breakIntermediate
A charming intermediate reef break on Tahiti's west coast, Maraa is the island's most accessible reef experience, fun, manageable waves in a sheltered setting near the famous Maraa grottos.
Typical Conditions
The Surf Window
Swell Window
OptimalN (0°)
WindowW–E (270°–90°)
Wind
Offshore winds
Tide
Varies
LowMidHigh
Season
Varies
The Wave
Type
Right (primary)
Bottom
Coral reef
Shape
Softer, rolling reef walls, accessible and fun, occasionally hollow on bigger swells
Length
50–150m
Skill Level
- •Who it's for: Intermediate
- •Why: Less powerful and shallower consequence than Tahiti's heavier reefs, a great introduction to tropical reef surfing.
Hazards
- •Coral reef, booties recommended even for this mellower break
- •Access road passes through residential areas, respect the community
- •Occasional jellyfish
Local Tips
- •The Maraa grottos (sea caves) nearby are a stunning natural attraction worth visiting after your session.
- •This break tends to get overlooked in Tahiti because of Teahupo'o's fame, it is usually uncrowded even on good days.
Location
-17.7833, -149.5167