
Surf BreakReef breakAdvanced
Soup Bowl (Bathsheba)
Caribbean
Reef breakRight-handAdvancedNovember to March (winter north swells)
About This Break
Barbados' famous right-hand reef on the rugged east coast — powerful, hollow and a Kelly Slater favourite. Soup Bowl is an advanced-level right-hand reef break near Bathsheba in Caribbean, delivering world-class waves for experienced surfers and confident chargers. It is most consistent from November to March (winter north swells). Best on a mid-to-high tide. Breaks over shallow coral or rock reef — booties are recommended and mind the take-off zone. Want to live minutes from Soup Bowl? Explore surf real estate for sale near Bathsheba on International Surf Properties.
Spot Characteristics
Wave Type
Reef break
Wave Direction
Right-hand
Wave Quality
World-class
Tides
Best on a mid-to-high tide
Consistency
Very consistent on swell
Best Season
November to March (winter north swells)
Suitable For
Advanced
Region
Caribbean
Local Knowledge
Crowds
Experienced crowd — respect the lineup and locals
Breaks over shallow coral or rock reef — booties are recommended and mind the take-off zone.


