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BANYAK ISLANDS

"North Sumatra"

"The Banyak's are made up of 99 sparsely inhabited islands & sit off the coast of North West Sumatra. They are home to world class waves including "Treasure Island" as well as a wave dense cluster of breaks, found in the "Bay of Plenty."

Cobras Surf Break

Cobras surf break Sumatra

Cobras, Banyak Islands

Wave Quality: World Class
Wave Direction: Left
Also Known As: Cobras
Experience: Advanced
Consistency: Consistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 5-20 surfers
Season: Year round

Cobras, is another world class wave found in the region. A reeling left hander that breaks with flawless cylindrical consistency, this truly is a tube riders dream. One of the more consistent waves in the area – it’s a real swell magnet that breaks when the Indian Ocean remains relatively inactive. But it also comes alight in juicier pulses, displaying incredible images of salivating tropical perfection that every surfer dreams of. 

Other Surf Breaks in Banyak Islands

Treasure Island

Treasure Island surf break Sumatra

Wave Quality: World Class
Wave Direction: Right
Also Known As: Treasures
Experience: Intermediate+
Consistency: Inconsistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 5-35 surfers
Season: April until October

Treasure Island is well known to be one of Indonesia’s most celebrated right hand reef breaks. With lengthy rides of over 200 metres long with three consistent tube sections - it's no wonder that this remote outpost of north west Sumatra lives up to the hype. Treasures requires a large swell to work and is a relatively user friendly, very perfect, mechanical right hander, best surfed around head high and bigger and on the higher tide. The wave truly has it all, from soft almond-shaped faces, easy tubes, challenging sections, all set against a mouth watering backdrop to something similar to that of Jurassic Park. The Indicator further out from the point also turns on during larger swells, as does Minis & Gorillas found further inside the bay. 




Joysticks

Joysticks surf break Sumatra

Wave Quality: Very Good
Wave Direction: Right
Also Known As: Joystick
Experience: Intermediate
Consistency: Inconsistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 5-20 surfers
Season: April until October

Gunter's, aka Joysticks is a super fun right hander found in the heart of the Bay of Plenty. This bowly wave produces a perfect tube on take-off before peeling mechanically along the reef for numerous top turn sections before linking up to the inside bowl for a second tube.  Perfect for intermediates on all but the biggest of days, this is a fantastic wave that everyone seems to enjoy. The only downside is that is requires some west in the swell, so although it usually has a wave, it's not always firing on all cylinders. 

Lolok Point

Lolok Point surf break Sumatra

Wave Quality: Very Good
Wave Direction: Left
Also Known As: Clarets
Experience: Intermediate
Consistency: Consistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 5-15 surfers
Season: April until October

Lolok Point is a very long barrelling wave found in the Bay of Plenty, that is set alight during medium to large swells. A phenomenal sight to behold when the swell, wind and tide combine together, the wave works from head high to triple over head – or bigger. Bring a big board for easy entry and you might just luck into the ride of your trip. It delivers high speed lengthy walls as well as a freight train barrel on the inside, with rides over 200m possible. This place holds serious size.

Cobras

Cobras surf break Sumatra

Wave Quality: World Class
Wave Direction: Left
Also Known As: Cobras
Experience: Advanced
Consistency: Consistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 5-20 surfers
Season: Year round

Cobras, is another world class wave found in the region. A reeling left hander that breaks with flawless cylindrical consistency, this truly is a tube riders dream. One of the more consistent waves in the area – it’s a real swell magnet that breaks when the Indian Ocean remains relatively inactive. But it also comes alight in juicier pulses, displaying incredible images of salivating tropical perfection that every surfer dreams of. 

Camel Backs

Camel Backs surf break Sumatra

Wave Quality: Good fun
Wave Direction: Right
Also Known As: Camel Backs
Experience: Advanced
Consistency: Average
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 0-10 surfers
Season: April until October

A stone's throw away from Gunturs is Camel Backs. A thick lipped double humped beast that is more suitable for tube thirsty riders and body boards alike. Two outside peaks rear up from the deep offering an intense back door tube before racing down the line. A quality wave that often goes un-ridden whilst most opt to surf Gunters.  

Shortys

Shortys surf break Sumatra

Wave Quality: Very Good
Wave Direction: Right
Also Known As: Shortys
Experience: Intermediate+
Consistency: Average
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 0-10 surfers
Season: April until October

Shorty’s is also found in the Bay of Plenty, just up from Camel Backs. Despite its inability to offer lengthy rides – it certainly makes up for in shear quality. This wave gets perfect. On its day, it’s a thing of beauty, with cylindrical perfection offering fast bowl tubes time and time again. It’s certainly a great option for intermediate and advanced riders when some of the more popular waves are lacking size.

Toytown Lefts

Toytown Lefts surf break Sumatra

Wave Quality: Very Good
Wave Direction: Left
Also Known As: Dindos
Experience: Intermediate+
Consistency: Average
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 10-25 surfers
Season: April until October

Toytown left is really fun and perfectly shaped left-hander found deep in the Bay of Plenty. This top turn machine rolls along the reef at a rhythmic pace delivering countless dreamy sections and even the occasional tube. Everyone simply loves this wave and is often compared to a softer version of Macaronis. Memorable sessions are guaranteed if the swell pulses enough, with unforgettable visions of this iridescent tropical playground & its mesmerising tapering walls. A regional classic for all abilities.

Turtles

Turtles surf break Sumatra

Wave Quality: Good fun
Wave Direction: Left
Also Known As: Turtles
Experience: Intermediate
Consistency: Consistent
Wave Type: Reef & Sand
Crowd: 5-10 surfers
Season: April until October

Situated on the same stretch of coast as Cobras, this fun wedgey wave offers a playful option with occasional barrel sections when the surf is small. This consistent left hander peels over sand and reef before a final section that breaks into a white sandy beach. This stunning location is also positioned in the heart of a turtle nesting area on Bangkaru. 

Warrens

Warrens surf break Sumatra

Wave Quality: Good fun
Wave Direction: Right
Also Known As: Warrens
Experience: Intermediate
Consistency: Average
Wave Type: Reef & Sand
Crowd: 5-10 surfers
Season: April until October

Somewhat reminiscent of Pitstops in the Mentawais, Warrens is also a fun right-hand peak that’s located close to the left hander, Cobra’s. A wedgey peak jacks up to deliver fun workable walls with the odd barrel section.  The wave breaks over a mix of reef and sand which can finish on a beautiful white sandy beach. It’s not the best wave in the area, but certainly worth a look.

The Pig

The Pig surf break Sumatra

Wave Quality: Good fun
Wave Direction: Right
Also Known As: Babi
Experience: Intermediate+
Consistency: Consistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 5-15 surfers
Season: April until October

Somewhat of a swell magnet, The Pig is an extremely good option due to its consistency especially when Indian Ocean is resting in between swells. A deep water peak that is a little exposed to the wind, a bigger board is preferable for its Hawaiian style take-off and big open walls. Further on the inside is Migilas, another right hander that produces some quality tubes and fun workable walls.

Lizards Nest

Lizards Nest surf break Sumatra

Wave Quality: World Class
Wave Direction: Left
Also Known As: Lizards Nest
Experience: Advanced
Consistency: Inconsistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 0-15 surfers
Season: April until October

Lizards Nest is an uber hollow left that will dish up some of the best barrels available in Sumatra. If you’re lucky enough to score this fickle crown jewel, be sure to bring some bigger boards. Shallow, ferocious and extremely photogenic, it’s a perfect wave for those willing to charge. A jaw dropping sight to behold, when the swell, wind and tide unite, this wave will remain embedded in your mind for ever.

Cobras surf break Sumatra

Cobras, Banyak Islands

Wave Quality: World Class
Wave Direction: Left
Also Known As: Cobras
Experience: Advanced
Consistency: Consistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 5-20 surfers
Season: Year round

Cobras, is another world class wave found in the region. A reeling left hander that breaks with flawless cylindrical consistency, this truly is a tube riders dream. One of the more consistent waves in the area – it’s a real swell magnet that breaks when the Indian Ocean remains relatively inactive. But it also comes alight in juicier pulses, displaying incredible images of salivating tropical perfection that every surfer dreams of. 

Other surf breaks in Banyak Islands

Treasure Island

Wave Quality: World Class
Wave Direction: Right
Also Known As: Treasures
Experience: Intermediate+
Consistency: Inconsistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 5-35 surfers
Season: April until October

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Joysticks

Wave Quality: Very Good
Wave Direction: Right
Also Known As: Joystick
Experience: Intermediate
Consistency: Inconsistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 5-20 surfers
Season: April until October

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Lolok Point

Wave Quality: Very Good
Wave Direction: Left
Also Known As: Clarets
Experience: Intermediate
Consistency: Consistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 5-15 surfers
Season: April until October

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Cobras

Wave Quality: World Class
Wave Direction: Left
Also Known As: Cobras
Experience: Advanced
Consistency: Consistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 5-20 surfers
Season: Year round

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Camel Backs

Wave Quality: Good fun
Wave Direction: Right
Also Known As: Camel Backs
Experience: Advanced
Consistency: Average
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 0-10 surfers
Season: April until October

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Shortys

Wave Quality: Very Good
Wave Direction: Right
Also Known As: Shortys
Experience: Intermediate+
Consistency: Average
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 0-10 surfers
Season: April until October

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Toytown Lefts

Wave Quality: Very Good
Wave Direction: Left
Also Known As: Dindos
Experience: Intermediate+
Consistency: Average
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 10-25 surfers
Season: April until October

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Turtles

Wave Quality: Good fun
Wave Direction: Left
Also Known As: Turtles
Experience: Intermediate
Consistency: Consistent
Wave Type: Reef & Sand
Crowd: 5-10 surfers
Season: April until October

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Warrens

Wave Quality: Good fun
Wave Direction: Right
Also Known As: Warrens
Experience: Intermediate
Consistency: Average
Wave Type: Reef & Sand
Crowd: 5-10 surfers
Season: April until October

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The Pig

Wave Quality: Good fun
Wave Direction: Right
Also Known As: Babi
Experience: Intermediate+
Consistency: Consistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 5-15 surfers
Season: April until October

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Lizards Nest

Wave Quality: World Class
Wave Direction: Left
Also Known As: Lizards Nest
Experience: Advanced
Consistency: Inconsistent
Wave Type: Reef
Crowd: 0-15 surfers
Season: April until October

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