Mentawai Information

Best months: May, June, July, August

Kandui Lefts is a challenging and fast left-hand reef break, offering long rides and powerful barrels. It’s recommended for advanced to pro surfers due to its demanding conditions.

Wave direction: Left

Best swell size: 2 m

Best tide: Mid, High

Surf hazards: Sharp Reef, Strong Currents

Surf level: Advanced, Pro

Lance’s Right

Best months: April, May, June, July

Lance’s Right is a world-class right-hand reef break offering long rides with barreling sections. It is ideal for intermediate and advanced surfers.

Wave direction: Right

Best swell size: 1.5 m

Best tide: Mid, Low

Surf hazards: Reef, Rocks

Surf level: Intermediate, Advanced

Often described as the most fun wave in the world, Macaronis is a perfect left-hand reef break known for its playful, consistent waves. Suitable for various skill levels, it offers long rides and consistent barrels.

Best months: March, April, May, June

Wave direction: Left

Best swell size: 1.4 m

Best tide: Mid, High

Surf hazards: Rocks, Reef

Surf level: Intermediate, Advanced

Nias

Best months: June, July, August, September

Nias is a legendary surf spot known for its long, powerful right-hand reef break. It provides consistent barrels and is one of the most famous waves in Indonesia.

Wave direction: Right

Surf hazards: Rocks, Reef

Best swell size: 1.8 m

Best tide: Mid, High

Best wind direction: NE

Surf level: Advanced, Pro

Rifles

Best months: May, June, July, August

Rifles is a long, fast right-hand reef break known for offering some of the longest and most thrilling rides in the Mentawais. It is best suited for advanced surfers.

Wave direction: Right

Best swell size: 2 m

Best tide: Mid, Low