Ntylonyane (Breezy Point)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Swell, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Empty
- Crowd Level
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About
Ntylonyane is a remote, exposed right-hand point break on the Wild Coast that’s widely described as world-class, with powerful, fast waves and hollow/barrel potential on a sand bank/point. On suitable swell and offshore wind alignment, it can produce a high-performance wall and long rides. Surfable wave sizes are commonly reported to start working around 1.0–1.5 m and can hold up past about 2.5 m. Riders describe peeling with occasional hollow sections, and on good days the wave can run roughly 150–300 m along the point line. Optimal swell direction is given as SouthWest, South, and SouthEast, while the most favorable wind directions are NorthWest, West, and SouthWest (offshore from those directions). Safety is the dominant consideration at this spot. Multiple sources list hazards including sharks and rocks/reef, and they emphasize that shark-attacks have been seen more here than most other Wild Coast spots put together. The spot is also remote with no lifeguards and no formal rescue availability, so conditions and injuries can be difficult to manage. Logistically, access is consistently described as extremely difficult and typically requires a 4x4 vehicle plus local knowledge. Expect a short walk from the access point (reported 5–15 minutes), limited parking near the track end, and limited/none of the usual on-site conveniences—so planning supplies and first aid in advance is essential. Crowds are described as empty/rarely crowded year-round.
- World-class exposed right-hand point break
- Powerful, fast, hollow/barrel potential
- Long rides (often 150–300 m on good days)
- Offshore wind preferred from west/northwest/southwest
- World-class, consistent right-hand point break with powerful performance.
- Long rides reported on good days, with multiple barrel/hollow sections.
- Rarely crowded due to extreme isolation and difficult logistics.
- High shark risk reported (more than most Wild Coast spots combined).
- Advanced-only wave due to powerful, fast, sometimes hollow/barreling sections.
- Extremely remote access; requires 4x4 and local knowledge; supplies/medical help are far away.
- Currents can be strong and there are reef/rock hazards close to the line.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NNW
- Offshore directions
- N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NNW
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Also described as gradient-driven in sources; generally offshore options when winds are from west/northwest/southwest.
- Reliability
- Moderate (spot notes trade-wind season with reported July surfable swell frequency).
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Moderate gusting reported.
- Best Months
- June, July, August, September
- Shadow Zones
- Protected from southwesterly winds by the point (i.e., can be less windy at times depending on swell/wind alignment).
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — Reported sand with rock/reef sections at the point.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Big — Works from about 1.0–1.5 m and can build to 2.5 m+.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy area transitioning into a rocky point break.
- Launch Difficulty
- Difficult — Launch/entry around rocky sections; combined with remote access and strong currents.
Through the year
Rarely crowded year-round.
By sport
What to expect for each.
A world-class, exposed right-hand point break on the Wild Coast known for speed and power, with barrel/hollow sections on multiple parts of the line.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- SW, S, SSE
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Low, Mid — Low and mid tide are repeatedly referenced as favorable; one source also notes the wave works best on a rising tide.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Open point exposure; semi-shelter is also noted depending on wind direction and how conditions line up.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore winds from the southwest (and northwesterly/westerly variations) are preferred to groom the wave into barrel sections.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds size well over 2.5 m and becomes very powerful; also described as holding up to 2.5 m+.
- Wave Quality
- World class — World-class quality is consistently stated.
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Powerful and high-performance wall/barrel potential.
- Wave Shape
- Hollow — Often described as hollow; other descriptions note peeling with occasional hollow sections.
- Peel Speed
- Fast — Fast peeling sections are commonly described.
- Ride Length
- Long — Good days can run long distances along the point.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–300 m
- Ride Length Details
- Peel/line can run roughly 150–300 m on a good day; some descriptions call out breaks up to about 300 m.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Ntylonyane (Breezy Point) in the full forecast view.
Ntylonyane (Breezy Point) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–18 ktsGusts 36 kts
- Direction
- E88°
- Strongest day
- Fri, Oct 3018 kts
- Windy days
- 3/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.5–2.9 m8s period
- Temperature
- 16–25 °C
Over the next 7 days, Ntylonyane (Breezy Point) is forecast for daytime winds of 3–18 kts, peaking around 18 kts on Friday, October 30 with gusts to 36 kts. The prevailing direction is E. Waves run 1.5–2.9 m with a period of about 8s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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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
- Sharks
- Rocks
- Reef
- Strong currents
- Remote location
- Urchins
- Submerged reef sections
- Shifting sandbanks
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguards reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No rescue availability reported.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major medical facilities are several hours away in Mthatha; formal rescue availability is not present at the spot.
- Localism / Vibe
- None — One source reports none; another reports moderate localism—treat as potentially variable day-to-day.
Rules of the spot
Advanced surfing only; beginners have a no-go recommendation due to combined wave power and shark risk. Respect local surfers and the remote environment.
- No-go for beginners due to shark risk and wave power.
- Spot is extremely remote and self-sufficient—do not rely on rescue/lifeguards.
- Arrive with the right transport: access typically requires 4x4 and local knowledge.
- More than most Wild Coast spots, shark-attacks have been reported—this is a high-risk surf.
- Medical help can be far away; carry a comprehensive first aid kit.
- Plan for long, exposed conditions and a short walk from the access point (reported 5–15 minutes).
- Waves are best when tide is aligned (sources note low/mid and also rising-tide best depending on the day).
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- East London (Eastern Cape)
- Nearest Town
- Wild Coast reserve (no major town nearby)
- Parking
- Parking near the access point is reported, but 4x4 is required for the final approach; one source also notes limited informal parking at the end of the track.
- Public Transport
- Virtually non-existent; access is via long, unpaved roads that often require high-clearance or 4x4 vehicles.
- Access
- Extremely difficult via remote dirt tracks that require 4x4 and local knowledge. Parking is limited/informal near the end of the track; keep vehicles secure.
- Local Language
- English, isiXhosa, Xhosa, Zulu
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Far — Remote camping/basic homestays in the wider Wild Coast area; accommodation must be arranged with locals on the reserve in some descriptions.
- Food & Drink
- None available at the spot; bring all supplies from farther towns.
- Equipment Rental:
- No equipment rental reported.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Ntylonyane (Breezy Point)?
The best overall months at Ntylonyane (Breezy Point) are June, July, August, September.
Which wind directions work at Ntylonyane (Breezy Point)?
Ntylonyane (Breezy Point) works with N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NNW winds. Offshore directions are N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NNW.
What skill level is Ntylonyane (Breezy Point) suitable for?
Ntylonyane (Breezy Point) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced.