Surf or Survive? 9 Most Insane Big-Wave Destinations!
4. Tahiti, French Polynesia
Tahiti — it’s a magical place. Looking for something unusual and scenic? It’s time to visit the homeland of surfing. First-ever surfboards appeared here hundreds of years back, probably when people were bored to death. From Tahiti, they spread to Hawaii, then England, and beyond. Did you know that the first boards measured 3-7 meters in length and weighed up to 70 kilograms? Try catching a wave of that thing.
5. Hawaii, USA
Surfing came to Hawaii around the 4th century AD from the Tahiti, as mentioned earlier. Hawaiians immediately liked this strange activity, and the natural waves were perfect for this kind of entertainment. Little has changed since then: high and strong waves mix with the gorgeous surrounding nature, making Hawaii one of the world’s best surfing spots.
6. Lima, Peru
Peru has countless surfing spots along its 1,500 kilometers of the coastal beaches. Pick anywhere, and the waves will be there. But you should probably prioritize staying in Lima, the capital of Peru, as it’s the most civilized and comfortable place for tourists.
