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Davao Oriental, Philippines

Dahican Beach (Mati)

Beginner Beach break Sand bottom Peels both 0.4–1.8 m Any tide

A long, wild crescent on the Pacific-facing coast of Mindanao with consistent trade-wind peaks and a devoted local skimboard-and-surf crew. Far from any tourist circuit; the Philippines' easternmost surf scene.

Hazards

RipStrong CurrentRemote

Conditions

Best swell
NE, N, E
Best wind
SW, W
Season
Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Wave size
0.4–1.8 m
Wave quality
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Consistency
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Crowd
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Coordinates
6.9700, 126.2130

Facilities

ParkingToiletsCafeSurf SchoolBoard Rental

Sources