Macaronis
Mentawais, Indonesia
Reef breakAdvanced
Widely regarded as the most fun right-hand wave on earth, a long, open-faced, high-performance reef break that combines rare length and power with a surprisingly playful character.
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
Right
Bottom
Coral reef (more forgiving than most Mentawai breaks)
Shape
Long, fast, open wall, rippable with barrel sections
Length
150–250m
Skill Level
- •Who it's for: Advanced–Expert
- •Why: More forgiving than many Mentawai breaks, but still over coral with serious power, experience matters.
Hazards
- •Coral reef
- •Remote, boat-only access
- •Can get crowded given its legendary status among charter tours
Local Tips
- •Macaronis is at its best on 5–7ft swells, too big and the sections become difficult to connect.
- •Bring a performance shortboard for the open walls and a slight step-up for bigger days.
Location
-1.9167, 99.5833