About This Spot
Raivavae Motu HaHa, French Polynesia is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in French Polynesia.
Situated in Oceania, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With E–SE–W winds, peaking from June to October, Raivavae Motu HaHa, French Polynesia delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Predominant winds for the Austral islands are ESE. The best trade wind months are June to October, and can be expected to be very strong (25+ knots) for many days from July through September (winter). Cyclone season (summer) is November through March, so should be avoided. We?ve had many days though of Westerlies, and strong, which was perfect. If there?s any North in the wind it gets very dirty, as it?s coming over Raivavae. So E. SE or W is best.
When to Go
Warm and sunny all year round. No wetsuit needed. Cyclone season (summer) is November through March
What to Expect
Beautiful, clear water. Reef protected area with flat to choppy water. Shallow areas. Waves breaking on a shallow reef.
Wind & Conditions
E · SE · W
Best wind direction
Predominant winds for the Austral islands are ESE. The best trade wind months are June to October, and can be expected to be very strong (25+ knots) for many days from July through September (winter). Cyclone season (summer) is November through March, so should be avoided. We?ve had many days though of Westerlies, and strong, which was perfect. If there?s any North in the wind it gets very dirty, as it?s coming over Raivavae. So E. SE or W is best.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Beautiful, clear water. Reef protected area with flat to choppy water. Shallow areas. Waves breaking on a shallow reef.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚗No walk to the beach
Fly or get by boat to Raivavae. Motu HaHa is a small island east of the airport. The launch is a sandbar east of Motu HaHa.
Location
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