The Surf Window

Nias

Nias, Indonesia

Reef breakExpert

One of surfing's legendary right-hand point breaks, a perfectly peeling wave discovered by travelling surfers in the 1970s that remains a benchmark for natural perfection in an equally perfect tropical setting.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
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

Rock and coral reef

Shape

Long, hollow, high-speed right, barrel sections throughout

Length

200–300m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Advanced–Expert
  • •Why: The reef is shallow, the wave fast, and the take-off requires commitment and precision.

Hazards

  • •Shallow rock and coral reef
  • •Strong current along the point
  • •Remote island, medical care is limited
  • •Sea urchins on the reef shelf

Local Tips

  • •The village of Lagundri is the epicentre, stay close to the point to understand the tides and swell patterns.
  • •A bigger board (6'4\"+) helps on the faster, more powerful sections.

Location

Map showing the location of Nias in Nias, Indonesia

0.5500, 97.5500