Viri Inga O Tuki (Rapa Nui)

Viri Inga O Tuki is an exposed reef break on the south coast of Easter Island, producing fairly consistent surf but requiring advanced skill due to the rugged volcanic shoreline. Entry and exit are described as tricky because of jagged, urchin-covered lava rocks and sharp reef, and conditions can become very heavy when swell grows too large. Wind-wise, the spot is best when the wind comes from the northwest. Spot-level guidance describes northwest winds as offshore and helping produce the cleanest faces. The best month for consistent surf is May, while summer is often described as mostly flat. Typical wind strength is reported in the range of about 10–20 knots, with moderate gustiness. For waves, conditions are described as good to moderate in power for workable sessions, with a peeling reef-wave character. Optimal swell direction is associated with southerly components (south to southwest), and a working swell-height window is reported around 1.5 to 3.0 meters. A mid tide is noted as optimal. Safety is a major consideration: hazards include rocks, sea urchins, sharks, and strong currents typical of an exposed mid-ocean island. Local tips emphasize extreme caution during entry and exit and suggest that the most reliable sessions come with moderate swell and west/northwest winds. The spot is described as rarely crowded due to its remoteness and technical nature.