La Pointe au Sel
La Pointe au Sel is a renowned reef break located near Saint-Leu on the southwest coast of La RĂ©union. The spot is famous for its fast, punchy, and sometimes hollow waves breaking over sharp volcanic ...
La Pointe au Sel surf guide
Skill Level
Advanced
Direction
A‑Frame
Reef Type
Reef
Swell Window
May–October (austral winter); more variable November–April (cyclone season)
Wave Type
Punchy, Hollow
Best Wind
E
Best Tide
Rising, High
Crowd
Usually moderate crowds, with more locals on weekends and during solid swells. Weekdays and early mornings are quieter.
Vibe
Relaxed but local
Local Tips
Wear bootiesRespect locals
- •Check for shark alerts before paddling out
- •Be conservative with entry/exit over reef/rock.
- •Avoid sessions after heavy rain/runoff when water is dirty.
Hazards
Sharp ReefStrong CurrentsSharksSea UrchinsPowerful Waves
- •Shark sightings are possible year-round
Current Conditions
Conditions snapshot
4:30 PM
Water: 29°C
Waves
1.4mWaist–Chest
Period
8.79sShort period
Wind
9.3 km/hOffshore
Tide
0.171m
Low · 14:48High · 21:06
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Location & Access
Access Information
Access via rocky shoreline path; reef shoes recommended for entry and exit.
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