Capital city with serious surf. Wellington's south coast cops massive swells and offers powerful reef breaks. Windy but incredibly consistent. Strong surf community and culture.
Near Wellington, Lower Hutt, Porirua
Urban surf culture in the capital.
Remote, rugged, and powerful.
Sheltered coast facing the Tasman.
Airport Reef, Wellington City
Beach break
A surf spot in Wellington City, Wellington. Detailed guide coming soon.
Castlepoint, Wairarapa
Reef break - right
World-class right-hand reef break in stunning location. Long rides, heavy wave, requires advanced skills. Worth the 2-hour drive from Wellington.
Houghton Bay, Wellington City
Lyall Bay, Wellington City
Wellington's premier surf beach right next to the airport. Powerful beach break that handles big swells. Consistent and often windy.
Ngawi, Wairarapa Coast
A surf spot in Wairarapa Coast, Wellington. Detailed guide coming soon.
Paekakariki, Kapiti Coast
Long beach break on the Kapiti Coast. Mellow waves, good for beginners. Works on smaller swells when other spots are too big.
