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Surf spot guide · Mentawai, Indonesia
Iceland is a powerful left-hand reef break on Sipora Island in northern Mentawai, renowned for its consistent waves, big barrels, and versatile surf conditions.
Iceland is a heavy, deep-water left reef break located on the northwest coast of Sipora Island in the Mentawai Islands. It offers two distinct experiences: on smaller swells, the wave forms a rippable wall suitable for intermediate surfers, while on larger west or southwest swells, it becomes a powerful big-wave spot with thick, hollow barrels. The wave breaks over a sharp, shallow coral reef, making takeoffs challenging and requiring caution, especially at lower tides. Access is only by boat, and the spot is popular among experienced surfers seeking long rides and demanding conditions in a tropical setting. Crowds tend to be moderate, particularly when nearby spots are smaller.
Hollow barrels over shallow Mentawai coral that demands West swells and nerve.
Mentawai
Ariks is a consistent Mentawai reef break offering long, rippable walls and barrels on big SW-W swells for experienced surfers.
Mentawai
Hookers is a remote, uncrowded left-hand coral reef break in the Mentawai Islands known for its long, fast, and hollow waves favored by experienced surfers.
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Tikkus is a mellow, consistent left-hand reef break near northern Sipora Island offering fast, hollow waves over sharp coral suitable for all skill levels.
+9 MORE →Usually less crowded than nearby breaks, but can get busy when other spots are too small or blown out.
World-class, adventurous, tropical
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Usually less crowded than nearby breaks, but can get busy when other spots are too small or blown out.
World-class, adventurous, tropical
You need a boat charter from Padang or a local surf camp to reach Icelands.
Open in MapsThis spot typically requires a boat.
