Alaïa Bay Session Levels & Wave Types

Alaïa Bay uses Wavegarden Cove technology in a 100 × 100 m lagoon to generate consistent, programmable waves across ten distinct levels — from first-timer softboard sessions to overhead barrels.

Beginner Levels (softboard required)

• Rookie (0.7 m) – Introduction to surfing. Pop-up practice on gentle whitewater. Perfect for first-timers.
• Rookie Rider (0.8 m) – Progressing from whitewater to riding direction. Still on softboard.
• Cruiser (1.0 m) – First green-wave sideways riding. The most popular entry-level wave.

Intermediate Levels

• Intermediate Cruiser (1.2 m) – For multi-year surfers moving to faster green waves.
• Advanced Cruiser (1.4 m) – Out-the-back surfers, all board types welcome.

Advanced & Expert Levels

• Advanced Turn (1.6 m) – Fast, hollow takeoff for shortboarders. Performance-focused.
• Expert Turn (1.7 m) – Strong surfers comfortable in bigger waves. Pro-style carves.
• Mega Turn (1.8 m) – The biggest non-barrel wave at Alaïa Bay. Max challenge for turn surfers.

Barrel Levels (helmet required)

• Expert Barrel (1.7 m) – Entry-level barrel sessions. Your first tube ride at Alaïa Bay.
• Mega Barrel (1.7 m) – For confident barrel surfers ready for the heavy slab.

Track the Level You Want

Advanced Turn, Expert Turn, and barrel sessions are the most sought-after at Alaïa Bay and sell out fastest. Surf Session Finder alerts you the moment a spot opens at your chosen level.