Surf spot

Petit Havre

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Country: Guadeloupe
Coordinates: 16.2102, -61.4271

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Wave period (s)	5	5	5	6.3	5	5.5	5	5	5.6	5.7	5.8	5.6	5.7	5.6	5.7	5	4.8	4.8	4.8	5	5	6.2	4.7	4.8	4.7	4.7	5	4.7	4.6	4.3	4.8	5	4.6	4.5	4.5	4.5	4.7	4.5	4.5	4.6	4.4	4.1	4.5	4.3	4.7	5.2	5.3	4.8	4.8	4.9	5	5	5	4.8	4.8	4.6
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Wind speed (km/h)	23	22.3	24.9	28.6	22.4	24.6	23.9	24.7	22	24.3	25	26.1	24.5	23.4	22.4	20.2	17.3	19.2	24.8	25.3	21.7	23	17	17.5	17.7	15.9	20.2	25.1	23.6	19.9	16.6	15.5	15.2	17.6	20.7	27.4	24.6	21.2	20.5	17.8	22	20.5	24.2	25.1	25.4	23.9	22.9	22.4	23.9	24.3	28	29.9	29.5	24.3	20.5	21.9
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Petit Havre in Guadeloupe is a scenic, tropical surf spot on the southern coast of the island of Grande-Terre, near Gosier. It’s known for its beautiful setting: a small, sheltered bay with turquoise water, white sand, and a relaxed Caribbean vibe.

Surf characteristics

Wave type: Mostly a beach break with occasional reef influence depending on swell direction.
Wave quality: Can be fun and playful, especially on smaller to medium swells.
Best conditions: Generally needs a good swell from the east or northeast and light offshore winds.
Skill level: More suited to intermediate surfers, though conditions can be manageable for beginners when the surf is small and clean.
Consistency: Not a super-consistent spot, so it’s often better when the swell lines up well.

What makes it appealing

Beautiful scenery and a calmer, less crowded atmosphere than more famous surf destinations.
Warm tropical water year-round, so no wetsuit needed.
A good option if you’re looking for a relaxed session in a postcard-like setting.

Things to keep in mind

Conditions can change quickly with wind and swell direction.
As with many Caribbean spots, local knowledge is valuable for understanding the best takeoff zone and any hazards.
Watch for reefs, rocks, and currents, especially when the surf gets bigger.