Cook Bay / Pao Pao Reef

Cook Bay / Pao Pao Reef

Teavaroa Pass, Cook Bay (Baie de Pao Pao), Paopao 98728, Moorea-Maiao, French Polynesia

Reef PassPrimarily Left; a right also exists across the channelIntermediate, Advanced, ExpertNovember–March

About This Break

At the mouth of spectacular Cook Bay—also known as Pao Pao Bay—the wide opening through the reef is called Teavaroa Pass. On the outer reef, northern swells produce quality surf, including a long left along one side of the channel and a right on the opposite reef. Cook Bay's combination of emerald volcanic peaks, deep-blue water and open-ocean reef surf makes this one of Moorea's most visually dramatic places to paddle out.

Cook Bay / Pao Pao Bay Surf Report

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Spot Characteristics

Wave Type
Reef Pass
Wave Direction
Primarily Left; a right also exists across the channel
Wave Quality
Excellent
Tides
Mid–High preferred; incoming tide favorable
Consistency
Consistent
Best Season
November–March
Suitable For
Intermediate, Advanced, Expert
Region
Oceania

Local Knowledge

Crowds

Light

Live/sharp coral reef, shallow sections and pass currents. Boat access is useful. Low tide deserves particular caution.

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