Pipes

Pipes is a surf spot located in Fiji and Islands, Fiji. This spot is found off the southern coast of Viti Levu and is only accessible by boat, usually from the Waidroka Bay Resort. Pipes is a left-hand reef break with a coral reef bottom, and the wave length ranges from 50 to 150 meters. The best surf conditions are during the winter months from April to October, when southeast trade winds blow offshore and the swell comes from the south. The spot works best at medium and high tide. The waves at Pipes are fast and can be hollow, and the reef is fairly shallow, so be careful, especially at low tide. Water temperatures are warm year-round, averaging about 27.5°C (81.5°F). Pipes is considered a regional classic and is recommended for intermediate to advanced surfers who are comfortable with reef breaks and handling fast, hollow waves. The spot is usually uncrowded, but always respect the locals and check the surf etiquette when the spot is crowded. Check your skills before paddling out, be sure that the spot and conditions fit your surfing level. The area around the resort has about five surf spots on the surrounding reef, with Pipes being one of the most notable. Other nearby surf spots include Serua Rights, Beachouse, Frigates Passage, Hideaway, and Sigatoka Rivermouth. The Waidroka Bay Resort is a common base for surfers looking to access Pipes and other nearby breaks, and it is often chosen for its proximity and boat access to these spots. For the latest surf forecast, surf report, map, and webcam updates, check reliable sources before heading out. Always be aware of the shallow reef and changing conditions. No alternative names or historical trivia are available for this spot.