Surf Lessons in Gisborne (Makorori Beach)
Gisborne (Makorori Beach) is a great place to learn how to surf. The waves here are great for beginners — mellow waves and sandy bottom, making it ideal for your first time or to improve your skills.
Today's Conditions
Full forecastOverhead
10s period
29 kph
SSW
20°C
Cool — full wetsuit
3.5/10
Challenging today
Surfing at Gisborne (Makorori Beach)
We don't have instructors listed at Gisborne (Makorori Beach) yet, but this spot is worth knowing about. The waves here are beginner-friendly — if you bring your own board or rent locally, it's a great place to practice.
Best tide
low, mid
Best wind
East, Southeast
Best swell
West, Southwest, Northwest
About surfing in Gisborne (Makorori Beach)
Gisborne (Makorori Beach) is a beach break located in Gisborne, New Zealand. It's one of the friendliest spots in the area for people learning to surf — expect mellow, forgiving waves and a sandy bottom that's easy on your feet.
Gisborne (Makorori Beach) is a beginner-friendly beach break located in Gisborne, New Zealand. This welcoming spot offers gentle, forgiving waves ideal for first-time surfers and those building confidence on a board. Best on West and Southwest swells with East/Southeast offshore winds, it provides a safe and enjoyable learning environment with consistent, manageable waves.
Pack a full wetsuit — the water can be cool. Most instructors include board and wetsuit in the lesson price.
Know before you go — Gisborne (Makorori Beach)
Here's what you should know about surfing at Gisborne (Makorori Beach) — conditions, timing, and practical stuff.
The waves
Gisborne (Makorori Beach) is a beach break. The waves break gently over sand, which makes it forgiving when you fall. Perfect for first-timers.
Best conditions
- Tide: low, mid
- Wind: East, Southeast
- Swell: West, Southwest, Northwest
When to go
Gisborne (Makorori Beach) has surfable waves most of the year. Check the forecast to pick the best day for your visit. Right now the water is cool at 20°C.
Ready to try Gisborne (Makorori Beach)?
Whether you're a complete beginner or want to improve your technique, a local instructor makes all the difference.
Looking for surf lessons in Gisborne (Makorori Beach), Gisborne, New Zealand? Surfer Worldwide helps you find local instructors who know this spot inside out. Gisborne is a popular surf destination with consistent waves and a welcoming surf community. Check live conditions, compare instructors, and discover what to do in the area.
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