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Best around high tide when rising.
Northeast is the offshore direction, and south swell is the main input.
The spot stays uncrowded even when it is working.
Surf GuideWairarapa
Baches
Baches is a sheltered Wairarapa beach break near the Whatarangi Point and Bombora network. It does not fire very often, but when south swell meets a northeast offshore wind it can offer lefts and rights with offshore reef texture and a quietly local feel. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Baches in Wairarapa.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationWairarapa, NZ
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Some southeast shelter helps, but rocks and the offshore reef breaks keep the setup honest.
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