Tautuku
Catlins · New Zealand
Beach breakgood for intermediates and advanced surfers
Long beach in a forested bay. Best wind — N.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Good for | intermediates and advanced surfers |
| Beach faces | southeast |
| Working swell | from east — southwest |
| Coordinates | -46.6, 169.44 |
FAQ
Is Tautuku good for beginners?
Tautuku is a spot for intermediates and advanced surfers. Beginners are better off at an easier spot nearby — see the list below; Plyuh’s forecast shows where it’s safe to learn today.
What’s the surf forecast for Tautuku today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#catlins/tautuku-bay. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Catlins
- Kaka Point — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Purakaunui Bay — Beach break in a bay, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Porpoise Bay — Beach break in a bay, beginners and intermediates