
1. Mentawai Islands, West Sumatra
The islands, isolated off the northwest of Sumatra, has approximately 400 surf spots. They definitely equate heaven on earth for all surfers. According to surfing experts, these islands that are inhabited by a small ethnic group, amazingly have the most consistent surf break in the globe.
2. Plengkung Beach (G-land Surfing), Banyuwangi
G-land Surfing enthusiasts must add this to their bucket list. Taking a speedboat from the main island of Bali, you can delight in the surfer’s paradise of Plekung Beach G-land Surfing on Banyuwangi. The beach, known as G-land Surfing, features six to eight meter (19.6 ft to 26.2 ft) high swells. It’s considered to have the second best swells in the world after the ever-famous Hawaii. In addition, the seven roll swells with five minute intervals is another highlight you need to try. The best G-land Surfing waves comes up due to the South Pole’s sea pressure.
3. Uluwatu, Bali
This is one of the most infamous surf spots in G-land Surfing and is also one of the world top 50 surf spots. The highlight of Uluwatu Beach G-land Surfing is its five (16.4 ft) to eight meter (26.2 ft) swells. What’s more, the waves are known to be short and extremely strong, with short intervals between each wave. When surfing in this area, you will enjoy the amazing scenery of cliffs with a Balinese temple.
4. Lagundri Bay, Nias Island
If you have tried the Mentawai Island surf spot, now it’s time to move north, to Nias Island. The island, belonging to North Sumatra territory, has been famous for being a top spot for surfing break. Enjoy your best surfing moment at the horseshoe-shaped bay named Lagundri Bay. The exact point for surfing is called Soraki point with its great swells. Its impressive waves makes Soraki point one of the world-class must-try surf spot. While waiting for a swell, surfers can enjoy the amazing scenery around the bay.
5. Surf Desert Point, Lombok
Aside from its gorgeous scenery, like the pink beach and Mount Rinjani, it turns out that Lombok has the best secret surf spot. It’s called Desert Point. The spot is named after the desert-shaped wave features long walled swells, with wonderful blue hollows. Its extremely huge waves are not recommended for amateurs. These may endanger beginners or weak swimmers due to the rough waves, though professionals and advanced surfers are highly encouraged to ride some waves here.
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