Long Long (Kavieng)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Intermediate to Advanced
- Skill Level
- Swell, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Long Long (near Kavieng, New Ireland) is a fairly exposed point break known for long, peeling waves when the swell is running. Reports describe it as right-hand oriented with long rides over a coral reef, and it’s considered a good target for intermediate to advanced surfers. Conditions are managed to keep crowds low, and multiple sources note that surf numbers are limited. At the same time, the spot is described as having inconsistent surf at times, so day-to-day variation is expected even during the main season. Wind is linked to trade-winds, with the best direction described as north-northeast. Wind reliability is described as low/inconsistent overall, so checking wind conditions and aiming for cleaner, lighter wind setups is important. Safety is a major focus here: hazards include rocks/reef, sharks, and sea snakes, with strong tidal currents also common in the Kavieng passage. There’s no lifeguard presence reported; in an emergency, the nearest medical facility is Kavieng General Hospital. Access is commonly by boat from Kavieng (or nearby island retreats), and many breaks are resort-exclusive, so plan around local access rules and surf management guidelines.
- Low crowd levels via surf management/quotas
- Long rides on optimal northern swell
- Warm tropical water (about 28–30°C)
- Long, peeling right-hand point break with long rides on optimal swells.
- Warm water year-round (around 28–30°C).
- Low crowd levels due to surf management and remote access.
- Surf can be inconsistent even on good days.
- Reef hazards and strong tidal currents are common.
- Access is often limited to resort guests and managed by quotas.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NNE, NE, N
- Wind Range
- 5–15 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Trade-wind influence; best wind direction described as north-northeast.
- Reliability
- inconsistent
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Providers describe light gusts.
- Best Months
- November, December, January, February, March
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Ocean
- Beach
- Rocks — Rocks/reef shoreline.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Medium — Medium wave size described by providers; spot-level also described as inconsistent.
- Launch
- Small — Rocky shoreline or boat access.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Launch difficulty described as moderate; rocky/reef access.
Through the year
Low due to surf management plan and remote location.
Tropical rains can occur year-round, with heavier rainfall more frequent in the austral summer.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Fairly exposed point break with inconsistent surf at times; described as a right-hand point break with long rides over a coral reef and improved consistency when the swell is running.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- N, NW
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Optimal tide described as mid tide.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed point break.
- Wind Effect
- Best with north-northeast / north-northeast to north/east trade-wind directions for cleaner faces; requires relatively light winds for clean faces.
- Bigger Swell
- Handles size well but becomes more powerful and challenging on the reef.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Wave quality described as good; also noted to be inconsistent at the spot level.
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Moderate wave power; becomes more powerful/challenging on the reef with larger swells.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Long, peeling waves over a coral reef; also described as a peeling right-hand point break.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peel speed described as medium.
- Ride Length
- Long — Can offer rides exceeding 150 meters on optimal swells.
- Typical Ride Length
- 150 m
- Ride Length Details
- Typical long rides can reach ~150 meters on optimal swells.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Long Long (Kavieng) in the full forecast view.
Long Long (Kavieng) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–7 ktsGusts 15 kts
- Direction
- SE129°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 257 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.8–1.0 m9s period
- Temperature
- 26–32 °C
Over the next 7 days, Long Long (Kavieng) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–7 kts, peaking around 7 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 15 kts. The prevailing direction is SE. Waves run 0.8–1.0 m with a period of about 9s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Rocks
- Sharp coral reef
- Sharks
- Sea snakes
- Strong tidal currents common in the Kavieng passage
- Remote location
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguards reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Group context indicates rescue is limited and handled by local operators/surf resorts using small motorboats.
- Emergency Info
- Kavieng General Hospital is the nearest medical facility. National emergency number is 111.
- Localism / Vibe
- None — Localism described as none.
Rules of the spot
Subject to surf management guidelines that limit the number of surfers in the area.
- Most breaks are exclusive to the resort.
- Limited surfer numbers; surf management plan may apply.
- Access is commonly by boat from Kavieng or nearby island retreats.
- Respect local surf management guidelines and any applicable surf management fees.
- Booties are recommended for the reef.
- Relatively few surfers even on good days.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Kavieng
- Nearest Town
- Kavieng
- Nearest Airport
- Kavieng Airport (KVG)
- Parking
- Parking available in Kavieng town before taking a boat.
- Public Transport
- Limited public transport on land (PMVs); inter-island and coastal access often uses small charter boats.
- Access
- Most breaks are exclusive to the resort; access is commonly by boat from Kavieng town or nearby island retreats. Parking available in Kavieng town before taking a boat.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- English, Tok Pisin
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Nearby surf-focused resorts and accommodations; access commonly via boat from Kavieng.
- Food & Drink
- Available at nearby resorts or in Kavieng town.
- Equipment Rental:
- Limited availability at local surf resorts.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Kavieng is a tropical coastal destination centered around marine life, clear-water reef ecosystems, and WWII wreck diving accessible by boat from town, with local culture also being a major draw.
Scenic coastal road for cycling and village exploration.
World War II aircraft and shipwreck diving from the Kavieng area.
A key attraction accessed by boat from Kavieng.
Scenic coastal road experience for cycling and village exploration.
Local dining and social hub in Kavieng town.
Calm lagoons suitable for swimming and relaxed outings.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Long Long (Kavieng)?
The best overall months at Long Long (Kavieng) are November, December, January, February, March, April. The best wind months are November, December, January, February, March.
Which wind directions work at Long Long (Kavieng)?
Long Long (Kavieng) works with NNE, NE, N winds.
What skill level is Long Long (Kavieng) suitable for?
Long Long (Kavieng) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Intermediate to Advanced.