THE WAVES
Walking Distance
EBAY
This is a hollow left that barrels off the take off with a short wall down the line.
A great option when a lot of swell is hitting. A hollow, fast, powerful left and a world class wave
for experienced surfers. Watch out for the two rocks on the inside. Great barrels and turns into a
surfing paradise at 6 feet offshore. The scenery alone will blow you away.
Ability Level: Advanced
Best Size: 4–8 ft
Consistency: 5/10
Access: 5 minutes walking
BENG BENG
Very consistent world class wave and extremely playful. One of the easiest waves to surf in the region.
Deep, safe and picks up more swell than other locals. Nestled inside a small bay with stunning scenery.
Ability Level: Beginner – Intermediate
Best Size: 3–6 ft
Consistency: 3/10
Access: 10 minutes walking
NIPUSSI
A shorter right breaking down the point from Bankvaults. Usually has deep water from take off to the inside.
Ends in a strong riptide. A good option when swell is small and often the most consistent spot.
Ability Level: Beginner – Intermediate
Access: 1 hour walking
PITSTOP
A playful right off the peak at E-Bay. Offers cover-ups on take off and high-performance sections
with sandy channels at the end.
Ability Level: Intermediate
Best Size: 2–4 ft
Consistency: 6/10
Access: 10 minutes walking
BANKVAULT
Thick, barreling right with shifting lineup. Sets appear suddenly and can be dangerous if out of position.
Clean open barrels here will be remembered for years.
Ability Level: Advanced
Best Size: 4–10 ft
Consistency: 6/10
Access: 30 minutes walking
BY SPEEDBOAT
4BOBS
A short, playful right-hander breaking over shallow reef. A one–two turn wave and very consistent favorite.
Ability Level: Intermediate
Best Size: 3–5 ft
Consistency: 8/10
Access: 30–45 minutes by speedboat
AFRAMES
One of the most consistent lefts in Mentawai. Two sections: top and inside.
The inside section is more dependable and offers a better wall.
Ability Level: Intermediate
Best Size: 3–5 ft
Consistency: 7/10
Access: 30–45 minutes by speedboat
RIFLES
One of the longest and most perfect waves in the world. Can run 400–600 yards with multiple barrels.
Ability Level: Advanced
Best Size: 6–8 ft
Consistency: 6/10
Access: 30–45 minutes by speedboat
KANDUI
One of the fastest left-hand barrels in the world. Extremely hollow and requires perfect line and commitment.
Ability Level: Advanced
Best Size: 4–8 ft
Consistency: 5/10
Access: 30–45 minutes by speedboat
KARAMBAT
Breaks on direct south swell. Suitable for all abilities and runs almost 100 yards over shallow reef.
Ability Level: Beginner – Intermediate
Best Size: 2–4 ft
Consistency: 6/10
Access: 30–45 minutes by speedboat
BURGERWORLD
A backup wave when everywhere else is flat. Always something to ride and a fun alternative spot.
Ability Level: Intermediate
Best Size: 2–3 ft
Consistency: 4/10
Access: 30–45 minutes by speedboat
HIDEAWAYS
A heavy and very consistent left offering barrels and good shoulders.
Best on medium–high tide as low tide exposes reef.
Ability Level: Intermediate – Advanced
Best Size: 4–8 ft
Consistency: 8/10
