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Surf spot guide · La Réunion, France
Cap Requin is a powerful reef break known for its fast, hollow waves and sharky reputation.
Advisory
Powerful surf conditions with energy levels reaching 2317 kJ. Peak energy around 6:00 AM.
High energy swells create dangerous conditions even at moderate wave heights. Strong currents and powerful waves expected. Warning valid until 9:00 PM.
Cap Requin, located on the west coast of La Réunion in the Saint-Paul sector, offers challenging reef waves favored by experienced surfers. The spot is renowned for its fast, hollow sections, with consistent power when a solid south or southwest swell hits. Due to the exposed reef, sharp coral, and strong currents, it is not recommended for beginners. Shark activity is a serious concern here, and local advisories should always be checked before entering the water. The area is generally uncrowded, partly due to safety risks and access difficulty.
Fast hollow sections over sharp reef where the swell's power demands respect and experience.
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Raw, uncrowded, intense. Heavily shaped by shark-risk.
Always check shark alerts before paddling out
Surf with a buddy for safety
HAZARDS · KNOW BEFORE YOU PADDLE
High shark-incident risk
Usually uncrowded due to shark risk and difficulty. You may surf alone, especially on weekdays or during big swells.
Raw, uncrowded, intense. Heavily shaped by shark-risk.
Park nearby and walk over uneven, rocky ground; entry and exit can be tricky, especially at low tide.
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