Alofau (Tutuila)

Alofau is an exposed reef break on Tutuila Island with consistently working waves, best approached at high tide to ensure enough water depth over the sharp reef. The lineup is described as rarely crowded, with an uncrowded, niche feel. Surf is characterized as a reef-break with peeling sections. One source describes it as a left-hand reef break with offshore winds helping keep the face cleaner, while another describes right-hand wave direction and emphasizes that south winds can turn conditions onshore and messy. Across sources, northeast/north offshore winds are associated with improved surf face conditions. For wave selection, the spot is reported to work best with southwest swells and has consistent performance during the favorable seasonal window. Surf-spot guidance specifically notes consistent surf and a best month of May, while other enrichment data points to an autumn-to-summer favorable period (notably May through September) for more consistent conditions. Safety is a major theme: the break sits directly over reef (coral, rocks) with shallow-water hazards, and sources also warn about sharks and urchins. There are no lifeguards reported, and rescue coverage is limited—plan accordingly and prioritize reef-protection gear, with extra care around tide depth.