Surf in Midigama

Midigama's most famous wave. A long left over deep reef.
On good days you can ride for hundreds of metres. The start is quick; after that the wave opens up and eases off. Works best around low tide. It gets busy when conditions are great, and rights sometimes show up too.
Get there early if you want more space.

Good wind

From the north, blowing out to sea

The best place in Midigama to learn on the reef.
A deep, mellow right that suits longboards and funboards. It holds up on bigger days.
When other spots are closing out, this one often still works. Long rides are common here, even when the waves are head-high or bigger.
Watch for urchins and rocks when you paddle in.

Good wind

From the north

The most powerful wave in the area.
Short, shallow, and hollow.
Mainly a right, with the odd left on the right day. Built for experienced surfers who want tube rides and fast sections. The reef is shallow, so give it respect. The café across the road is a good spot to watch when you're sitting one out.

Good wind

From the northeast

A reef break locals love.
Mostly rights, with good lefts on the right day.
Deep enough for smaller days, so beginners can try it when it's calm. Watch the rocks going in and out. Surf early and you'll often have it almost to yourself.
A popular spot with local surfers.

Good wind

From the north-northeast

Fast, hollow waves with a sharp left and a longer peeling right when the waves are up.
Usually quieter than the breaks right in the village. Paddle in from the beach by the plantation road, or step off the rocks.
Either way, wear reef shoes.
A beautiful stretch of coast for a sunset surf.

Good wind

From the north-northeast

Sandy beach break.
The classic place to catch your first wave.
Soft, gentle peaks in a sheltered bay, about five minutes by scooter from Midigama. On bigger days it gets busy: learners, surf schools, and boards everywhere. Best when you want sand underfoot and easy whitewater.

Good wind

From the north

Long, mellow lefts and rights over reef.
Works well on longboards and shortboards. Good for intermediates; on smaller days, beginners can manage it too. The crowd is usually friendly unless it's packed. Entry and exit over rocks need care.
A favourite stretch for surf photos and sunset sessions.

Good wind

From the north-northeast

A peeling right over reef, about twenty minutes by tuk-tuk from Midigama.
Good when you want a change of scenery. Its position keeps it cleaner on windy days from the land. Wear reef shoes.
Sea urchins live on the bottom.
Finish with grilled fish and a coffee at one of the beach cafés.

Good wind

From the northeast