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Surf spot guide · Mentawai, Indonesia
Hideaways is a powerful left-hand reef break on Pulau Siaim in northern Mentawai, renowned for its hollow barrels and consistent swells.
Hideaways offers a world-class, barreling left over sharp reef, attracting experienced surfers seeking heavy, hollow waves. Located on the northeastern tip of Pulau Siaim in the Mentawai Islands, the wave features a critical, hollow takeoff followed by a longer, rippable section that holds its shape even in smaller swells and gains power with larger swells. The spot works best with a solid south to southwest swell and light northeast winds, and is best surfed at high tide to avoid the shallow, sharp reef that increases injury risk at low tide. Access is only by boat, as it sits off the island of Pulau Nyang Nyang, and strong currents can be present on bigger days. Popular among intermediate and advanced surfers seeking thrilling rides and shelter from southerly winds, crowds vary but can get busy during peak swell season.
Hollow left off Pulau Siaim's reef, sharpest at high tide alone.
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+9 MORE →Crowds are moderate to heavy during peak season, especially when charter boats arrive. Early mornings offer fewer surfers.
Consistent and thrilling surf spot
Hideaways handles the southerly wind that chops out much of the rest of the Playgrounds, so it is the spot to check on a south wind day.
Around five to six feet is the pick of the size range, and it works from head high to double overhead.
Mid tide on the push holds the best barrels and high tide gives more room to turn.
A competent intermediate can have the session of their holiday here at four feet on a high tide, and should stay off it at low tide.
Expect a handful to twenty surfers on a good swell, with a relaxed lineup and little localism.
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Crowds are moderate to heavy during peak season, especially when charter boats arrive. Early mornings offer fewer surfers.
Consistent and thrilling surf spot
Access is only possible by boat from local surf camps or charters; no land entry available.
Open in MapsThis spot typically requires a boat.
