Manu Bay and Whale Bay are world-class left-hand point breaks with rides over 300 meters on good days.
Best Season
Surfing: March to October (biggest swells). Wind: October to March (westerlies).
Wind
W/SW 15–25 knots, strongest in spring/summer
Water Temp
14°C in winter, 20°C in summer. 4/3mm winter, 3/2mm summer.
Best Months for Surfing
Mar–Oct
Skill Level
Intermediate — Manu Bay's long, mechanical walls suit competent surfers. Whale Bay is mellower. Ocean Beach's beachbreak suits beginners.
These spots in Raglan are known for surfing. Each has its own character and conditions.
Iconic left-hand point break. Long, mechanical walls when the swell is clean W/SW. Can barrel on bigger days.
The next point south of Manu Bay. Longer, mellower rides. Requires a walk through the bush to access.
Black sand beach break exposed to the Tasman Sea. Good for surfing and kite launching. Lifeguard patrolled.
A performance shortboard or fish for Manu Bay's long lefts. A 4/3mm wetsuit for winter, 3/2mm in autumn/spring. Booties in winter.
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