Overview
Nonura is a heavy, tubular left-hand point and one of the standout waves in the Bayovar area. It breaks over uneven reef and sand along an arid, remote stretch of coast, and it is a wave to take seriously. Everyone who scores it comes away agreeing on two things: it is a hell of a wave, and a hell of a current.
When It Works
Nonura draws swell from south through west-southwest to northwest, with southwest (SW) the best match. It needs real size to show its quality, working from 1.5 m / 5 ft to 3.7 m / 12 ft — the wave only really reveals itself once there is some swell behind it, and it holds up as things get big. When it lines up, you get long, tubular pointbreak lefts. It is moderately consistent, so the good windows come and go. Locals say shellfish farming has stripped sand from the point, so it now tends to need an even bigger swell to break.
Wind and Tide
Look for a southeast (SE) offshore wind. Nonura can work through low, mid, and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call.
Local Tips
This is expert-only territory. The paddle out is long and tough against strong currents, and the wave itself demands respect. Expect a moderately busy lineup when it works, as more businesses have started bringing surfers out to the setup.
Access
Nonura is only reachable by 4WD, and camping is the only option for staying over.
