Bank Vaults
Mentawais, Indonesia
Reef breakExpert
A long, powerful left-hand reef break in the Mentawais that delivers freight-train barrel sections of extraordinary length, one of the chain's most rewarding tube-hunting experiences.
Typical Conditions
The Surf Window
Swell Window
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size4-8ft
Wind
SE
Offshore
Tide
Mid to high
LowMidHigh
Season
May–September
JFMAMJJASOND
The Wave
Type
Left
Bottom
Shallow coral reef
Shape
Long, barrelling wall, multiple barrel sections
Length
150–250m
Skill Level
- •Who it's for: Expert
- •Why: The reef is serious and the current deceptive, not a wave to underestimate.
Hazards
- •Shallow coral reef
- •Strong, shifting current
- •Remote, boat-only access
- •Powerful hold-downs in bigger surf
Local Tips
- •The wave improves significantly with more swell, 6ft+ is where it really starts to show its character.
- •Often paired with Hollow Trees on charter itineraries; the two waves complement each other perfectly.
Location
-1.8667, 99.6500