Surf spot

mahaena

Forecast conditions and map view for mahaena in French Polynesia, Tahiti. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: French Polynesia, Tahiti
Coordinates: -17.5624, -149.3247

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Wave energy (kJ)	49	39	36	33	29	17	24	30	34	33	30	26	24	20	18	16	17	14	13	10	9	13	20	19	15	18	18	10	11	9	9	8	7	8	7	7	6	5	5	3	3	10	10	3	9	16	15	14	6	9	13	8	9	7	9	8
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Mahaena is a surf spot on the north coast of Tahiti, in French Polynesia, not far from Hitiaʻa o Te Ra and the scenic east coast road. It’s known for being a powerful, exposed reef break that can produce fast, heavy waves, especially when Pacific swells wrap into the coast.

Spot character

Type: Reef break
Wave quality: Can be excellent when conditions line up
Power: Strong and hollow on bigger swells
Crowd level: Usually less crowded than the more famous Tahiti spots, but still respected by local surfers
Skill level: Best for experienced to advanced surfers

Conditions

Mahaena works best with: - Swell from the North to Northeast - Moderate to strong trade winds offshore or light winds - Tide: Can vary depending on the reef section, but tide changes matter a lot

Because it’s a reef break, the wave can be shallow and unforgiving, so reef awareness is important.

What it’s like

On a good day, Mahaena can offer: - Clean, running walls - Fast takeoffs - Barrel sections when the swell is solid - A remote, natural setting with lush tropical scenery

Hazards

Sharp reef
Powerful currents
Strong surf on large swells
Local knowledge strongly recommended

Overall

Mahaena is a beautiful but serious Tahitian reef break that rewards surfers who are comfortable with powerful, shallow waves and know how to read reef conditions.