The Wave
South wind is the clean lane, east winds get some shelter but still affect the face, northeast swell is the trigger, and high tide is the best window.
Crowds are usually light.
Surf GuideBay of Plenty
Motiti Island Right
The right-hand Motiti reef zone, a quiet Bay of Plenty island surf check with a beachbreak shell, a reef line, and a shark warning when the waves finally show. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Motiti Island Right in Bay of Plenty.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationBay of Plenty, NZ
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