North Makorori Reef

North Makorori Reef is a left hand point break on a rocky point, located at the northern end of Makorori Beach, in the next bay north of Wainui. The wave is soft and fat, great mal wave. suitable for all surfers. Popular spot, so know the rules and respect the locals.

Quality Rating: 

5

Optimal Swell Direction: 

NE

Optimal Wind Direction: 

NW

Tide: 

Low
Mid
Incoming

Wave Type: 

Left point

Wave Size Min: 

2.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Soft
Fat
Long

Beach Type: 

Sand
Rock

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

6

Danger: 

Careful on the rocks.

Directions 

From Gisborne town centre drive east on Gladstone Road, onto Wainui Road, State Highway 35, towards Wainui. Continue past Wainui on Moana Road and onto Whangara Road. North Makorori Reef is the point at the northern end of Makorori Beach.

Nearest Town: 

Gisborne

Nearest City: 

Gisborne

Travel Time from City: 

15mins

Road in: 

Seal

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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