The Catlins

South Island

9+ surf breaks

Sea lion line-ups, raw Southern Ocean power, true wilderness

New Zealand's most southerly surf territory. Sea lions, penguins, and dolphins share the line-up with a handful of surfers who make the journey to this remote stretch of Southland coastline. The Southern Ocean delivers relentless, powerful swell — and there's rarely anyone out.

Surf breaks

Cannibal BayBeach

Porpoise BayBeach & Reef

Long PointReef & Point

PapatowaiBeach

Nugget PointBeach

Dinner PlatesReef

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