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EPISODE · Dec 7, 2025 · 11 MIN

The surfEXPLORE Podcast, Episode 8 HAITI Sud-Est

from surfEXPLORE: Discovering New Surfing Locations Worldwide · host John Seaton Callahan

This travelogue details an exploration of the surf potential near Jacmel, Haiti, a historic French colonial port and a vital destination known for its annual Carnival festival and distinctive art scene. The area, particularly the seaside district of Kabik, is identified as a consistent surfing location, benefiting from seasonal tradewinds that generate reliable swell on the coral reefs. Although the city of Jacmel suffered significant destruction from the 2010 earthquake, it maintains its appeal with restored architecture and a few operational hotels, though the poverty is evident in the prevalence of plastic rubbish at river mouths. Crucially, Kabik is noted as the sole area in Haiti with a small group of local surfers, relying on visiting surfers to provide them with necessary gear.

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