Global Surf Break Directory

Detailed breakdown of bottom contours, ideal swell windows, wind directions, and safety advisories for premier breaks.

Hawaii

Banzai Pipeline

Expert

Famous worldwide for its hollow, fast reef barrels. First, second, and third reef options break depending on swell scale and period.

Best Swell: WNW - NW

Best Wind: ENE Trade

Tide: Mid Tide

Bottom: Shallow Reef

Hawaii

Extreme

The pinnacle of big wave surfing located on the northern shore of Maui. Heavy deep-water trench magnifies winter swells.

Best Swell: N - NW

Best Wind: South / Light

Tide: All Tides

Bottom: Boulders & Reef