When and Where to Go Surfing?

What are the best destinations to go surfing?

Find inspiration for your next surfing trips in this blog, and also discover the best times of the year to go surfing!

Hawaii

Since the 15th century, surfing has become a common practice in the Hawaiian Islands. That's why Hawaii is an inevitable destination for surfing!

Between November and February, the north coasts are ideal spots, with big waves. The Oahu coast is a legendary spot, with its beautiful beaches like Waimea Bay, Sunset Beach, and Banzai Pipeline.

You can also attend one of the biggest surfing competitions in the world: the "Vans Triple Crown of Surfing," which usually takes place in November-December.

Need inspiration? Explore our travel ideas for Hawaii:

• Aloha Hawaii

Australia

It's hard not to mention Australia when talking about surfing, the national sport of this country. It is a must here, and a way of life for Australians.

The northern beaches are the best spots for your surfing sessions!

Bondi Beach, which attracts many visitors from around the world, is an ideal place to surf with rentals and lessons available on-site. Manly Beach, on the other hand, is the famous beach to discover surf culture.

Need inspiration? Explore our travel ideas for Australia:

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United States

California is also a small paradise for surfing.

For those experienced in this field, Mavericks beach needs no introduction, known for hosting one of the largest and most dangerous waves in the world. It also hosts each winter the largest "Big Wave Surfing" competition with waves reaching up to 20 meters.

Rincon Beach, internationally known, is a key location for surfing. It offers stunning scenery and ideal conditions.

Another iconic place is undoubtedly Huntington Beach, known as "Surf City." Its atmosphere and conditions are perfect for surfing. You can find the surf museum, a bronze surfer statue, and also the "Surfing Walk of Fame" where you can see the great names of surfing.

Need inspiration? Explore our travel ideas for the USA:

• From San Francisco to San Diego
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Sri Lanka

Among turtles and coconut trees, Hiriketiya Beach is a dream spot for beginner surfers. This sloping bay offers a sublime spot for your sessions.

Weligama is the perfect place for learning. The waves are ideal as they are small and consistent. There are over 30 surf schools that will be happy to welcome both beginners and more experienced surfers. Paddling a bit further out will allow you to catch even bigger waves.

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Costa Rica

Whether you are beginners or advanced, you will find happiness at Tamarindo. This spot is one of the most famous for surfing in Costa Rica. Schools are nearby for those who wish to learn more about surfing.

Punta Banco is recognized as having the second longest left point break in the world. It is therefore a place dedicated to experienced surfers since point breaks are long waves to surf.

Need inspiration? Explore our travel ideas for Costa Rica:

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• Idyllic Pacific

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