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WNW offshore keeps it cleaner, east swell is the main trigger, and high tide still works even though the exposed bay stays open overall.
Surf GuideEast Cape
Kaiaua Bay
A remote East Cape bay beachbreak with a broad open shoreline and a far-from-everything feel. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Kaiaua Bay in East Cape.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationEast Cape, NZ
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Keep an eye on sweep and rips, and use the broader bay shape rather than looking for a tight reef-style window.
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