Reef break · La Réunion · Intermediate → Charger
Forecast for Tuesday 1 September
Intermediate : Nice session in 1h. — Best window: 5h–7h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
An exposed reef break on the west coast of Réunion, very sensitive to South-West Indian Ocean swells and the trade wind. Urban beach of Saint-Gilles — shark watch in effect.
Surfable all year. Autumn (Sep-Nov) is the best season: powerful swells, water still mild, less crowd.
Good level required. You can stand, paddle and read a peak. When it fires, better know what you're doing.
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Boucan is rather recommended for intermediate surfers. If you're a beginner, prefer a surf school, a small swell and a suitable tide, or look for a more sheltered nearby spot.
The ideal wind at Boucan comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Boucan, you can also check conditions at Trois-Bassins, Saint-Leu, Saint-Leu Inside. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.