The Mentawai Islands are home to some of the best waves in the world, with an incredible concentration of quality surf breaks spread across the islands.
Nasara Resort is ideally located on Awera Island, with several world class surf breaks just 8 to 25 minutes away by private boat. From hollow barrels to more manageable waves, the area offers something for surfers at different levels and conditions that change with the swell, wind and tide.
The Mentawai Islands are one of the world’s most famous surfing destinations for good reason. Hundreds of surf breaks are spread across the island chain, with some of the most consistent and high quality waves found anywhere in Indonesia.
Nasara Resort is based in the Playgrounds area on Awera Island, giving guests access to a selection of breaks without the long boat trips required from many other locations.
Nasara’s location gives you quick access to some of the best surf breaks around the Playgrounds region. Our surf guides assess the conditions each day and choose the breaks that are working best. Depending on the swell, wind and conditions, our surf boats can take you to Telescopes, Icelands, Suicides, Twigies, Ombak Tidur, Tikas, G4, and Scarecrows.
Nasara has its own fleet of private surf boats, giving guests the flexibility to score the best waves each day. We operate two surf sessions daily, using three boats per session depending on the number of guests and conditions.
With many of the area’s best breaks only 8 to 25 minutes from the resort, you can spend more of your day surfing and less time sitting in a boat.
The boats are also available for guests who want to explore the islands, snorkel the reefs, go fishing or discover the mangroves around Awera Island.
Beginners: The Mentawai Islands offer smaller and more manageable conditions at different times of the year. If you’re comfortable standing up and have some experience in the water, our team can help find suitable waves and conditions.
Intermediate: The Mentawai’s are an incredible destination for intermediate surfers looking to improve their surfing. With such a variety of waves and conditions, you can challenge yourself, work on your surfing, and experience some of the most mechanical breaks in the world.
Advanced & Professional: The Mentawai Islands have long been a favourite destination for professional and experienced surfers. Powerful reef breaks, consistent swells and warm tropical water create exceptional surfing conditions throughout the year.
The Mentawai Islands can be surfed throughout the year. The region receives swells from different directions, but conditions vary considerably between seasons.
May to September is generally considered the prime surf season in the Mentawais. This period brings the biggest and most consistent swells, with plenty of opportunity for surfers to score.
December to February, the off season, can bring smaller waves, lighter crowds and more manageable conditions. This can be a good time for beginners and intermediate surfers looking for fun waves without the intensity of the peak season.
March to April & October to November is considered the shoulder seasons, and can offer a mix of conditions, from solid overhead swells to smaller, fun days. With fewer surfers in the water than during peak season, these months can be appealing for intermediate and experienced surfers.
Nasara Resort
Awera Island, North Sipora, Kepulauan Mentawai West Sumatera 25392, Indonesia
Telephone / WhatsApp: +61 414 655 599
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