Hawai
Hawai is a right hand point on a shingle/stoney beach, located at the north end of the beach at Hawai. The wave is fast and hollow with good barrels and a nice long ride. Suitable for intermediate to expert surfers.
Optimal Swell Direction:
N
Optimal Wind Direction:
S
Tide:
Low
Wave Type:
Right point
Wave Size Min:
1.5ft
Wave Shape:
Fast
Barrels
Long
Beach Type:
Stones
Skill Level:
Intermediate
Danger:
River mouths often have strong currents and rips.
Directions
From Whakatane head east through Opotiki and change from State Highway 2 onto State Highway 35. Take this all the way along the coast to Hawai, then head to the north end of the beach to the point.
Nearest Town:
Hawai
Nearest City:
Whakatane
Travel Time from City:
60mins
Road in:
Seal
Walk in:
No
Parking at beach:
Yes
