Surfing Hauru Point: The Complete Guide

Hauru Point is a reef break located in Moorea, French Polynesia, offering a left-hander along French Polynesia's coastline. Hauru Point sits on Moorea's northwest corner, catching North Pacific swells during the Southern Hemisphere summer when the island's south-facing breaks go quiet. Rated as advanced difficulty with lightly crowded conditions, this reef break is a worthy destination for surfers looking beyond the usual suspects.

Best Conditions

Swell Direction: The ideal swell direction is NW (320°), with workable conditions from WNW to N (290°–350°). Swells outside this window will either miss the break or produce disorganized waves.

Swell Size: Hauru Point needs a minimum of 0.8m / 3ft to start working and handles swells up to 2.5m / 8ft before conditions deteriorate.

Swell Period: Look for a swell period of at least 10 seconds, with 14 seconds being the sweet spot. Longer periods deliver more organized, powerful waves with better shape.

Wind: True offshore here blows from the SE (135°). The full offshore range spans E to S (100°–170°). Glassy conditions under 4km/h from any direction also produce excellent surf. Plan for early morning dawn patrol sessions.

Tide: This spot works best at mid tide. Optimal tide range is 0.5m–1.5m.

When to Go

Primary Season: The prime window at Hauru Point runs November, December, January, February, March (Nov–Mar). This is when swell consistency and direction align most reliably with the break.

Season Notes: Summer NW swells from North Pacific.

Water Temperature: Expect water temperatures around 28°C / 82°F. Boardshorts or a thin rashguard are all you need.

Getting There

The nearest airport is MOZ, roughly 25 minutes by car.

Access: Paddle from beach or boat access.

Hazards & Tips

Known Hazards:

🪸 Sharp reef — Shallow reef, booties recommended
🦈 Sharks — Known shark activity

Shallow reef. Shark activity reported.

Safety Tips:

Wear reef booties to protect your feet from sharp coral and rock
Avoid surfing at dawn/dusk and near river mouths. Surf with a buddy

Skill Level: This spot is rated advanced (6/10). Crowd Level: Typically lightly crowded (3/10).

Check the Live Forecast

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*Conditions data sourced from Strike Mission's verified spot database.*