• ABOUT THE SPOT

Surfing in Quarantines, Mornington Peninsula, Victoria Australia

Skill Level:
Experienced
Best Tide Movement:
Rising Tide
Victoria is the second-smallest state of Australia. It faces New South Wales to the north and Tasman Sea to the east. The unique combination of spectacular coastline, pristine beaches, numerous national parks, dense forests and mountains attract visitors all year long and offer a plethora of activities to sport lovers.

Mornington Peninsula lies to the southeast of Melbourne, Victoria’s capital city.  It is surrounded by Western Port to the east and Port Phillips to the west. There is a vast number of great surf sites all along this section. Quarantines is one of them. This spot is an exposed point break that has consistent surf. The ideal wind direction is from the east, southeast and the best swell direction is from the southwest. The site is appropriate for experienced surfers only.

The best tide movement is rising tide and the ideal tide position is low and mid tide. In summer, the wind blows offshore at 59%, in autumn the wind blows at 63%, in winter at 72% and in spring at 68%. Quarantines can work all year long.  Last but not least, the peninsula is famous for the variety of beaches and water-sports, the wineries and the mazes. Note: you can reach the spot only by boat.