Best 20 Surfing Destinations In The World.

For surfers, only surfing can give a person the joy of unity with nature, you can feel yourself the same part of sea-life as dolphins. This addictive sport is a unique art of gliding on the waves. So you need great waves. Here are the best 20 surfing spots in the world;

1. Hawaii
USA
Hawaii has dangerous waves of the oceans on a background of stunning beauty. On the northern coast of the island(North Shore) , Oahu and Maui are the most alluring places for surfers. Waikiki Beach in Honolulu is ideal for beginners. Incredibly dangerous "Banzai Pipe", a unique curling wave that is formed between the coastal reefs. Banzai Pipeline has some of the best and dangerous waves in the world.

2. Gold Coast
Australia
Surfing is an essential part of the local way of life in Australia. Australia has many of the best beaches and best waves. Gold Coast is one of them, surfers paradise with 80 km of beaches and great waves. And also Margaret River is an amazing spot that you can see waves up to 15 feet.

3. California
USA
In California you can find big waves in many places like the mountains of Maverick’s. If you want to have some fun you can go to Santa Cruz and Half Moon Bay which are offer good waves but not big ones. The other places are Malibu, Oceanside, Rincon and Steamer Lane.

4. Mentawai Islands
Indonesia
Indonesia was created for easy and fascinating surfing by nature. Add to this exotic culture and the amazing beauty of nature - Indonesia is a real paradise for lovers of the ocean. Mentawai Islands is one of the most consistent surf destinations in the world.

5. Jeffreys Bay
South Africa
Jeffreys Bay is a great chocie for surfers with its blue flag beaches such as Supertubes, Magna Tubes, Boneyards, Albatross... And also it hosts the annual Billabong Pro World Champion Tour on its beach Supertubes.

6. Mundaka
Spain
One of the most famous surf spots in the world. You can have a smooth ride and have fun but this place offers danger too. So ıf you are beginner try easier spots, Mundaka is only for experienced surfers.

7. Bundoran Town
Ireland
Ireland incredibly attractive for walking, but also is a great place to ride on the waves. The best places to surf in the country lie in the west. Bundoran town is the informal capital of surfing in Ireland. And also Kharabi Island has incredibly difficult waves.

8. La Libertad and El Sunzal
El Salvador
There are ideal kinds of waves for long rides here.You can find one of the best point breaks in the America in the Punta Roca area of La Libertad and El Sunzal. El Salvador surfing areas are not very crowded so many surfers visiting these places to be alone with nature.

9. Playa Naranjo
Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a legendary surfing location. There are many surf spots. You can find the best waves of the country in Playa Naranjo. Especially advanced surfers prefer here because of the great waves year round.

10. Santa Catarina
Brazil
Santa Catarina has a great number of beach resorts. You can find good surfing places such as Santinho, Mocambique, Joaquina Beach. The main disadvantage is in Brazilia , the beaches are so crowded.

11. Puerto Escondido
Mexico
Mexico has very interesting waves and a lot of beaches. You can find one of the heaviest beach breaks in the world in Puerto Escondido. Very dangerous waves only for experienced surfers.

12. La Herradura
Peru
Thanks to ocean currents water is surprisingly cold here despite the proximity to the equator. It is possible that Polynesians brought surfing to South America in ancient times. There are many places for world class surfing. La Herradura Beach is located in the city of Lima. Only for the advanced surfers.

13. Fuerteventura
Spain
The second biggest island of Canary Islands. Sea urchins, great Atlantic swells and strong winds, only for experienced surfers.

14. Samoa
A rich Polynesian culture, warm water, a tropical island paradise and huge quality waves. The best time to roll is from April to October.

15. Tavarua
Fiji
Tavarua has a beautiful scenery and a breathtaking coral reef. This place is less crowded than the other premier surf spots. Surfing on Tavarua Island consists of three unique reef breaks: Cloudbreak, Restaurants and Tavarua Rights.

16. The Surf Retreat at Playa Maderas
The Maldives
It is a tropical island paradise and it has a similar surf season like Indonesia. This one of the most popular surf destination main features 5-8 feet waves and warm water. The other famous surf destination in Maldives is Eagle Ray Liveaboard, this place is really quite and peaceful.

17. Bali
Indonesia
This Indonesian's largest tourist destination is a great place for surfers too. When you want a break from surfing you can go shopping or do something else. Great waves, cheap food, friendly locals, warm weather- Bali is a amazing place with many fantastic surfing locations.

18.Teahupoo
Tahiti
One of the sites of the annual Billabong World Championship Tour. 90% of professional surfers had visited here at least once. You can have a real difficult test with the Tahitian waves.

19. Hossegor
France
There are quality surfing waves in West Coast.You can find world class beachbreaks here. Specially popular for its offshore winds of late summer and fall.

20. Lisbon
Portugal
Portugal is one of the popular destinations for every level of surfer. Lisbon offers world class surf that matches anywhere in the world, a great variety of swell sizes and waves.There are many excellent surfing spots and surf camps. Enjoy from great variety of waves and delicous seafood.