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Surfer riding the waves at a scenic beach in New South Wales, Australia.
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Let's Go Surfing

4.1 — based on 27 community signals
4.2 12 species 27 contributors

Year-round consistent waves at Sydney's Maroubra Beach. Accessible urban break with strong local community.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Shore entryFamily-friendlyBeginner

At a glance

Activity
surf
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
5.1 kn
Wave
1.12 m
Water
17.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSE (22%)
Now: NW (313°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.32m

Next: High at 01:00 (+0.15m)

+0.7 m0 m-0.6 m
▲ 01:00 · +0.15m ▼ 07:00 · -0.12m ▲ 14:00 · +0.57m ▼ 21:00 · -0.18m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV6.75 · high Air PM2.57 · good 05:49 17:49
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 11.4 1.18 7 0mm
09-20 8.9 0.94 7 0mm
09-21 15.4 2.08 7 0mm
09-22 10 1.98 1 2mm
09-23 8.7 1.64 3 1mm
09-24 11.4 1.46 7 0mm
09-25 10.3 1.26 7 0mm

About this spot

Let's Go Surfing operates at Maroubra Beach in Sydney, one of Australia's most accessible and consistent wave zones. The break offers reliable surf throughout the year, making it ideal for both locals and visiting surfers seeking steady conditions without seasonal downtime. The beach sits within an easy reach of Sydney's city center, attracting a dedicated community of regular riders and newcomers alike. The spot benefits from excellent community engagement, with 3 documented videos showcasing sessions and conditions. Species observations have been logged at 12 distinct instances, indicating active marine monitoring and a healthy local ecosystem. The area is not within a Marine Protected Area, so access remains unrestricted for water sports. Maroubra Beach's consistent swell and urban location make it a reliable choice for progression and daily sessions. The established community presence means knowledge-sharing, local insight, and regular activity year-round. Access is straightforward from Sydney, with standard amenities and parking typical of major urban beaches.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🏄 Surfboard or rental confirmation
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type I · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 17025km · ~3916kg · €70

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 53/100
  • Visa: e-Visa · 90 days max
  • Flight: 16h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 9h east · 6 days recovery

FAQ

Is Maroubra Beach good for surfing year-round?

Yes. The break produces consistent waves throughout the year, making it suitable for regular sessions in any season without waiting for a specific swell window.

What skill level suits Let's Go Surfing?

Data on difficulty is not specified. Check local video content and ask at the beach—the active community can advise based on current conditions.

What marine life is found at Maroubra?

Twelve species observations have been documented at the site. Video and community records offer detail on fauna; check local resources for the most current wildlife sightings.

Do I need permits to surf at Maroubra Beach?

The break is not within a Marine Protected Area, so standard beach access applies. Always respect local regulations and lifeguard advisories.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Dive Centre Bondi

Dive Centre Bondi

6 km
4.9 (755 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 49+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

10 records · 7 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Heterodontus portusjacksoni

Port Jackson Shark
Elasmobranchii · Heterodontidae
OBIS
Last seen:
4 Sept 2019
×1records
Depth:
26 m

Mycale (Carmia) minima

Demospongiae · Mycalidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Apr 2017
×1records

Heterodontus portusjacksoni

Port Jackson Shark
Elasmobranchii · Heterodontidae
OBIS
Last seen:
28 Sept 2015
×1records
Depth:
4 m

Carcharhinus leucas

Bull Shark
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
13 Feb 2013
×1records

Carcharhinus leucas

Bull Shark
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
29 Dec 2012
×1records

Orectolobus maculatus

Spotted Wobbegong
Elasmobranchii · Orectolobidae
OBIS
Last seen:
20 Mar 2011
×1records
Depth:
6 m

Orectolobus maculatus

Spotted Wobbegong
Elasmobranchii · Orectolobidae
OBIS
Last seen:
22 Jan 2010
×1records
Depth:
6 m

Cymodoce pelsarti

Malacostraca · Sphaeromatidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Mar 1995
×1records

Paramphicteis papillosa

Polychaeta · Ampharetidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Jan 1977
×1records

Kellia

Bivalvia · Lasaeidae
OBIS
Last seen:
9 Mar 1969
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

When You Try Surfing Once | Bondi Beach, Australia

chrisdrabble
💬 3 top comments
  • “Kelly slater?” “Yeah she’s sick,” I’m dying

    @jessethomas8084 · 👍 155
  • This is literally every time a tourist does a surf lesson

    @joshyeo9 · 👍 93
  • The production quality of these videos vs. the views of the video strains my heart.

    @misterammaiu9157 · 👍 114

The Drums - Lets Go Surfing

The Drums
💬 3 top comments
  • i've spent the last 20 minutes trying to find this song based on video memory alone. my google search history is just "people running on beach in the dark and then he removes a sweater"

    @btgreenday · 👍 3000
  • Hello 2026 🤘

    @walterwhite886 · 👍 27
  • Damn I completely forgot about the existence of this banger until I randomly heard it in an H&M while buying socks

    @relpie · 👍 9

When You Try Surfing Twice | Bondi Beach, Australia

chrisdrabble
💬 3 top comments
  • You are incredible at this man. Dont ever stop. Keep Sephing.

    @MTreatVO · 👍 49
  • 2:05 "they're just annoying because they don't even realize they are kooks...." 😂

    @weiandjen · 👍 21
  • I want an endless recording of you saying surf aka seeeeerf 😂

    @BlueberryPii · 👍 10
wind peaks Oct-Nov-Dec, calmest Jun-Apr-May, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

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