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Oahu, Hawaii-North Shore No other destination can beat the original home of surfing, Hawaii. Began by the Polynesians more than 500 years ago, this scared ritualistic sport still enjoys its thrills in Hawaii even today. Hawaii is famous for the majority of the Big wave surfing and quite a few of the sought after breaks can be found in this paradise of an island. On the island of Oahu, the North Shore has huge winter waves and is popularly known as ‘wild water.’ The North Shore stretches across around 20 miles of sandy, open and picture perfect beaches that has gigantic 20-30 feet waves from the month of October to February. This is the place where surfing records are made and surpassed. Waimea Beach is one more spot for North Shore Big Wave. Every year the Invitational Competition of Quicksilver Eddie Aikau is organized here with waves needing to be at least 20 feet. This winter wonderland with its monster waves make the place one of the most adventurous surfing zones the world over. When it is summer, the water level remains constantly smooth and flat making the place an ideal spot for swimming, snorkeling and fishing. Cape Town, South Africa- Jeffries Bay Cape Town is the coveted paradise on earth for surfing enthusiasts what with its variety of flora and fauna, gigantic waves and beautiful beaches all against the awesome mountain backdrop. There is no dearth of surprise breaks and lonely beaches in this Wild Coast of South Africa. Eastern Cape is 375 miles west of Cape Town where lies the Jeffries bay or J-Bay as it is commonly referred to and is a charming location for smooth surf with renowned curls. The “Supertubes” beach is home to perfect waves that are well known for its unique feature, comparable to none all over the world. Come July, and professional surfers accumulate here to participate in the Billabong Pro Tournament. A few more popular surfing spots are Cape St. Francis famous due to Endless Summer and Bruce’s Beauties. Because of tourism a part of the charm that the J-Bay exudes has disappeared with the cheap apartment buildings constructed in the area, an obstacle in the way of its natural surroundings. Half Moon Bay, Northern California- Mavericks This beach and its waves, named in 1961 after a gallant seafaring German shepherd, are now known for their surfing opportunities. Besides Hawaii, this place is the only one where surfers can enjoy 25 feet high waves in the winter months. The most remarkable underwater rock formation is the cause for the break’s Big Wave creation, attracting so many of the best big wave surfers in the world to Pillar Point Harbor, along the northern side of Half Moon Bay. Despite the fact that Maverick was called by its name only since 1961, and surfed by a handful of courageous surfers who wanted to get hold of a giant wave in California. In the year 1999, the first ever yearly Invitation-Only Maverick Surf contest was organized. This contest allows the best names in big wave surfing a notice of 24 hours to appear and rip, with the possibility of winning cash prizes. No less than 40,000 people have been seen gathering there to watch these surfers catching on the cold water, unruly and powerful current conditions of the paddle-in contest.
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