Northern Mentawai Islands

  • Nipussi

    A relaxed, approachable right-hander set against a stunning tropical backdrop. It's a solid choice when the heavier waves at Bankvaults feel too intimidating. Nipussi shines on mid-size swells with gentle NNW winds.

  • A-Frames

    A playful peak that’s mostly a left, perfect for linking a few smooth turns.

  • Bankvaults

    A challenging and powerful right-hander with a thrilling open-ocean takeoff leading to a wide, hollow barrel. This wave is for experienced surfers only, as it breaks over a shallow reef. Ideal conditions include a SSW swell and light N winds.

  • Pit Stops

    A fun, maneuverable right-hander breaking over a mix of sand and reef, close to the shore near Mentawai Surf Retreat. This wave comes alive with a WSW swell and works best with any wind except N/NE. Perfect for carving turns and playful rides.

  • E-Bay

    A stunning left-hander with emerald green water, just a short paddle from Pit Stops. Known for its hollow, barrelling sections, E-Bay thrives on a solid W/SW swell paired with SE winds. The wave only gets better as the swell increases, making it truly world-class.

  • Bang Bangs

    A friendly, forgiving left located further down the bay from E-Bay and Pit Stops. Ideal for longboarders and funboarders, this wave has playful sections that are great for smooth turns.

  • Hideaways

    A hollow, high-performance left-hander that breaks directly in front of Wave Park Mentawai Resort. Known for its consistency and perfect barrels, Hideaways is best surfed with a SW swell, SE winds, and higher tides.

  • Malibu

    This picturesque right-hander rolls alongside a small sandy island, offering a scenic and mellow wave. It's a perfect spot for longboarders and suitable for surfers of all levels.

  • The Secret Slab

    A short but intense right-hand barrel that works best on smaller swells. A great option for surfers seeking a quick, thrilling ride.

  • Bikinis

    A gentle peak that’s ideal for beginners or longboarders. This mellow wave is perfect for those looking to enjoy a relaxed surf session.

  • Burger World

    A long, scenic right-hander known as a reliable swell magnet in the Mentawai Islands. It performs best on smaller 2-4ft SW swells with NNW winds. On larger swells, the paddling can become a challenge. Surfers often bring a fish or funboard to fully enjoy this forgiving wave.

  • Rifles

    A legendary right-hander with long, multiple barrel sections over a flawless reef. Rifles performs best on big SSW swells with light WNW winds, offering one of the longest and most perfect rides in the Mentawai Islands.

  • 4 Bobs

    A fun and accessible right-hander with an easy takeoff. You might snag a quick almond-shaped barrel or link together a couple of solid turns.

  • Kandui Left

    A fast, powerful left-hander situated in front of Kandui Villas. Known for heavy barrels and long, freight-train sections, this wave is perfect on a SW swell with E/SE winds and mid-to-high tides. It’s where you might score the barrel of a lifetime.

  • Baby Kandui

    A mellow and playful left-hander, perfect for beginners and longboarders. More experienced surfers can use it for a relaxed session or to test out new boards or setups.

  • Pistols

    A short but entertaining right-hander with quick barrels and sections ideal for smooth turns.

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Central Mentawai Islands