The deep-south surf city done properly: St Clair's esplanade peaks and hot saltwater pool, Aramoana's world-class spit on a south swell, and the Otago Peninsula's hidden sand bays where sea lions outnumber surfers. Cold water, warm scene.
Day 1 is today. Forecast refreshes every 3 hours.
Dunedin / Otago · 3hr session
Morning at the Esplanade. Reliable peaks in front of the sea wall, a strong local crew, and the heated saltwater pool right there for afterwards.
Dunedin / Otago · 3hr session
Out past Port Chalmers to the spit. On a clean south swell the sandbars by the mole produce some of the best beach break barrels in NZ. Surf with company.
Dunedin / Otago · 3hr session
Over the peninsula through Portobello. Wild ocean beach with peaks to yourself, sea lions hauled out on the sand, and a 10 minute walk in from the farm gate.
Dunedin / Otago · 2hr session
Half an hour south for the last session. Rivermouth banks that work when the city beaches are flat, then fish and chips at the wharf shed.
Aotearoa Surf can help with lessons, board hire and accommodation across most North Island routes. Get in touch for a guided run of any of these trips.
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