The Wave
Best on SW swell and NE offshore wind, with low to mid tide the practical window.
The wave gets punchier as the water drops, so keep an eye on the lineup and the heavier sections near the peak.
Surf GuideWanganui-Manawatu
South Beach (Wanganui)
Wanganui South Beach is the hollow, powerful south-side beach break behind the airport and just south of the Wanganui River, with several peaks and a known peak near the sewage outfall pipe. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for South Beach (Wanganui) in Wanganui-Manawatu.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Expert
LocationWanganui-Manawatu, NZ
Live updates
Spot Guide
Lineup Insights
Lineup Guide
Access runs south past the airport, along the gravel road to the river-mouth side, then over the dunes.
Deep Dive
Get the full picture in WaveWise.
Stop guessing and start surfing. WaveWise analyzes live data to find your best upcoming sessions so you spend less time planning and more time paddling out.
Hourly swells, wind & weather
Live tide windows & daylight
Session Finder ranking
Explore