Swimming Pools

Surf Guide

Like the Namotu Left, Swimming Pools is fun and user-friendly, only it's a right-hander, and it's at the opposite end of the island. It's a short wave that often produces perfect, peeling rights, almost always a couple of feet smaller than the surrounding reefs. Crisp, clean tubes ... extremely enjoyable and non-threatening.

Ability Level

Intermediate

BegIntAdv

intermediate

Local Vibe

Welcoming

WelcomingIntimidating

none

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

can get crowded with resort guests

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

6

Shoulder Burn

Light

LightExhausting

3

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

1

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SW

Wind

glassy or NE, E

Surf Height

2 to 6 feet

Tide

low