When surfers think of a holiday destination, few parts of the planet are quite as enticing as Australia. All over the world, everybody knows that there is hardly a better place to be than Down Under to catch the most amazing, glassy waves the oceans have to offer. Practically every section of Australia's coast-excluding areas naturally protected by harbors, bays, etc.-has world-class surf conditions to boast of, making a trip to Australia an absolute must for all surfing fanatics.
Surfers generally tend to avoid the northernmost part of Australia, simply because the waters here are full of the kinds of jellyfish that could turn a surfer's vacation into a very different, less enjoyable experience, as well as the fact that these shallow tropical waters don't offer the same sorts of waves to be found elsewhere.
Thankfully, the rest of the national shoreline incorporates thousands of miles of beach rife with ideal surf spots ready to furnish surfers the ride of their life. These uncounted miles of coastline offer some extraordinary beach and reef breaks all along their extent. From the warm waters off Australia's western shores to the chillier waters off its southern shores and the very popular and visited waters of the eastern coast, there are tons of places where any surfer will be able to make their dreams come true.
Western Australia is a surfer's mecca, with summer temps well over 100 degrees (Fahrenheit) and the water getting up there, too! The clear waters of the Indian Ocean are too inviting to pass up, and the tubes loom large at well over 6 feet in many cases. Among the best destinations for surfers to check out in Western Australia, it's recommended to go to Albany, Esperance, and especially the area where the Margaret River flows into the Indian Ocean.
In South Australia, the chilly water currents coming up from the Antarctic Sea create fabulous and even intimidating swells, just the sort of stuff true surfers crave. Getting to the various beach spots is a bit of a challenge given the remoteness and difficult terrain in many places, for which reason having a local guide and/or a 4WD vehicle become a good idea. South Australia's best spots for surfing include Eyre Peninsula and Yorke Peninsula, places which the surfers from the capital city of Adelaide and other areas flock to en masse.
Moving farther east, Victoria has a long and gorgeous coastline that has many of the same natural characteristics as South Australia, especially the chilly waters, making wet suits a wise idea in both cases. Despite the chilliness of the sea, surf conditions are once again optimal in this area, and again it is crucial to be able to count on the knowledge of a local to help guide you to the best destinations. Stay alert for such surf destinations as Phillip Island, Bells Beach and Torquay, clear favorites among local surfers. To get the most out of Victoria's coastline, simply travel along the Great Ocean Road which covers over 100 miles of shore.
Moving back towards warmer waters, the beaches of New South Wales are a little more trendy and frequented but the surf conditions are still at their best, such as the spots around the city of Sydney and more remote places like Lennox, Byron Bay and Angourie.
Farther north still, Queensland has such ideal surd destinations as the Gold Coast to speak of. Surfing is a way of life around here, and beach names like Surfers Paradise pretty much explain themselves as a result. In Queensland's upper reaches, surfers can even get a glimpse of the natural wonders of the Great Barrier Reef, a rare and precious natural jewel unlike any other in the world.
To finish, surfers with truly brave hearts and iron wills can go down to Tasmania for some rugged surfing destinations. Once again, the water is nice and cold, and surfers are better off searching for beaches along the eastern portion of the island where accesses are easier to be found.
Surfers generally tend to avoid the northernmost part of Australia, simply because the waters here are full of the kinds of jellyfish that could turn a surfer's vacation into a very different, less enjoyable experience, as well as the fact that these shallow tropical waters don't offer the same sorts of waves to be found elsewhere.
Thankfully, the rest of the national shoreline incorporates thousands of miles of beach rife with ideal surf spots ready to furnish surfers the ride of their life. These uncounted miles of coastline offer some extraordinary beach and reef breaks all along their extent. From the warm waters off Australia's western shores to the chillier waters off its southern shores and the very popular and visited waters of the eastern coast, there are tons of places where any surfer will be able to make their dreams come true.
Western Australia is a surfer's mecca, with summer temps well over 100 degrees (Fahrenheit) and the water getting up there, too! The clear waters of the Indian Ocean are too inviting to pass up, and the tubes loom large at well over 6 feet in many cases. Among the best destinations for surfers to check out in Western Australia, it's recommended to go to Albany, Esperance, and especially the area where the Margaret River flows into the Indian Ocean.
In South Australia, the chilly water currents coming up from the Antarctic Sea create fabulous and even intimidating swells, just the sort of stuff true surfers crave. Getting to the various beach spots is a bit of a challenge given the remoteness and difficult terrain in many places, for which reason having a local guide and/or a 4WD vehicle become a good idea. South Australia's best spots for surfing include Eyre Peninsula and Yorke Peninsula, places which the surfers from the capital city of Adelaide and other areas flock to en masse.
Moving farther east, Victoria has a long and gorgeous coastline that has many of the same natural characteristics as South Australia, especially the chilly waters, making wet suits a wise idea in both cases. Despite the chilliness of the sea, surf conditions are once again optimal in this area, and again it is crucial to be able to count on the knowledge of a local to help guide you to the best destinations. Stay alert for such surf destinations as Phillip Island, Bells Beach and Torquay, clear favorites among local surfers. To get the most out of Victoria's coastline, simply travel along the Great Ocean Road which covers over 100 miles of shore.
Moving back towards warmer waters, the beaches of New South Wales are a little more trendy and frequented but the surf conditions are still at their best, such as the spots around the city of Sydney and more remote places like Lennox, Byron Bay and Angourie.
Farther north still, Queensland has such ideal surd destinations as the Gold Coast to speak of. Surfing is a way of life around here, and beach names like Surfers Paradise pretty much explain themselves as a result. In Queensland's upper reaches, surfers can even get a glimpse of the natural wonders of the Great Barrier Reef, a rare and precious natural jewel unlike any other in the world.
To finish, surfers with truly brave hearts and iron wills can go down to Tasmania for some rugged surfing destinations. Once again, the water is nice and cold, and surfers are better off searching for beaches along the eastern portion of the island where accesses are easier to be found.
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