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Lighthouse incredible waves

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Lighthouse

A long righthander breaking off a postcard picture island located at the bottom of the Mentawai chain. Huge wedges seem to hang in space for ages as the lines march toward the lighthouse. Climb the tower to take some amazing shots of the lineup.

A Frame: A Frame is one of the most consistent lefts in the Mentawai Islands.

The waves can be an incredible spectacle when the wind stops and a big swell blows in from the south.

Far away from the Playgrounds crowds is a long winding right hander that delivers speed runs and some nice barrel sections. Best at 4 – 8ft on a South swell, lighthouse swings in from deep water and wraps around the island. Climb the tower here for an awesome perspective or enjoy the solitude as you’ll likely be here alone.

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Macaronis near-perfect left

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Macaronis Surf Spot

Super mechanical left that barrels from takeoff then provides a long, extremely workable wall. One of the best performance waves in the world. Situated in Pasongan Bay on the western side of North Pagai in the southern region of the Mentawai Islands this super mechanical left-hand reef break offers a bit of extra gnar for experienced surfers.

The long trip across the globe to the remote area of the Southern Mentawais is worth it for just one pumping session at Macas. This unique corner of the Mentawais is also home to several other waves which provide surf for all abilities. Find out how to surf Macaronis and much more below.

Hundreds of “world-class” reef and beach breaks exists up here, making it one of the most surf-infested regions in the world.

Experienced surfers travel from all across the globe to get barreled, throw airs, or rip up the face of Macaronis near-perfect left. Reminiscent of the Kelly Slater Surf Ranch. Macaronis breaks predictably and consistently over a less threatening section of reef than other death-defying waves in the area.

Not only a goofy footer’s dream but favoured by natural footers too, expect a solid barrel section, followed by a clean and open inside shoulder ripe for maneuvers. It’s easy to find yourself too deep in the barrel when below head high and don’t expect to paddle out in a hurry at double-overhead as the take-off becomes extremely ledgy and heavy (except for onshore conditions which round-out the tube section).

Caught inside?

Be prepared to wait out the set in the foam over a few inches of water above seriously razor-sharp coral. If it is a bit overhead with Southwest swell and East wind then leg it for Macaronis. Great fun for charging and highly experienced and advanced surfers.

The real perk of Macaronis is the predictability. With changing swell, you can expect slight differences, but the channel always seems to stay same as you make your way into the lineup. Macaronis and the surrounding surf breaks are accessible only by boat with Macaronis being a short boat ride of approximately 800 metres from Macaronis Resort. There are two anchorages available in the bay for two surf charter boats per day which are booked in advance according to the regulation put in place by the Mentawai Government in 2009.

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Lance’s Left hander waves

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Lance’s Left Surf Spot

Long left-hander with two barrels sections. Loves any size swell.

This reef/point break has plenty to offer surfers looking to ride for upwards of a quarter-mile. Offering a thick-lipped barrel section up the reef and long, fast walls for big turns, with the occasional soft shoulder down the reef towards inside.  While not exactly forgiving, or gentle by any means is recommended for experienced surfers.

While not exactly the most famous wave in this part of the Mentawais. Lance’s Left wraps around the point of Sipura Island via three predictable sections. Each section has its own flare and changes from a heaving barrel to a soft and lumpy walled section.

Bank Vaults: A shorter chunkier version of Rifles.

With too much swell you can expect deceivingly unmakeable hollow barrels. For ideal conditions, keep your eye on the forecast for a rising mid-tide coinciding with anything chest high to double overhead. Expert tip: Steer clear of the inside when big and keep your eye out for the keyhole in the reef when paddling out or in.

There’s a small keyhole in the reef that you can follow to the line-up if you get caught inside. You’ll need to take a few on the head before getting back out to the channel. Definitely best approached from the outside by boat, especially under larger conditions.

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Burgerworld iconic surf break

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Burgerworld Surf Spot

Burgerworld surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.

This is the most scenic righthand point break in the Mentawai. Loved by people of all surfing levels. Can offer barrels at times, but usually has long rippable walls to work on your combo’s. Wave magnet, so the less swell the better. Over 5 ft becomes mushy.

An iconic surf break situated on the tip of a small deserted island in the Playgrounds area of the Mentawai’s, Burgerworld is easily recognisable due to its distinctive backdrop and long playful walls.  Although this spot can’t deal with too much swell, it will handle a whole lot of fun.

Hundreds of “world-class” reef and beach breaks exists up here, making it one of the most surf-infested regions in the world.

One of the most fun waves in the Northern Mentawais, Burgerworld is a long, clean right point break. A long open wall ripe for maneuvers opens up after a short, steep, and often barreling take-off. Surrounded by a near paradise environment, Burgerworld is not only world class but picturesque. Great for everyone from intermediate surfers to pros.

The only way to access Burgerworld is by boat. A clean and easy point break, you can catch waves just about anywhere down the line but look for channels in the reef to access the main peak. Please check the schedule page for the best season to get your dream wave in Mentawai’s.

Burgerworld surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Burgerworld) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions.

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