Rifles
Rifles is famed for its long, fast, and hollow right-hand barrels, often regarded as one of the best in Indonesia. The wave reels over sharp, shallow reef, offering rides up to 200 meters for skilled ...
Rifles surf guide
Skill Level
Advanced
Direction
Right
Reef Type
Reef
Swell Window
April–October
Wave Type
Hollow, Fast
Best Wind
NE, NW
Best Tide
Rising, High
Crowd
Rifles is often crowded during peak swell season, especially when conditions are perfect. Early mornings offer slightly fewer surfers.
Vibe
World-class, competitive, lively
Local Tips
Wear bootiesRespect localsClean early morningsHire local boat
Hazards
Crowded LineupPowerful WavesReefStrong Currents
Current Conditions
Conditions snapshot
1:30 PM
Water: 30°C
Waves
1.4mWaist–Chest
Period
17.49sLong period
Wind
8.4 km/hSide-Shore
Tide
0.71m
High · 10:51Low · 17:23
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Location & Access
Access Information
Reaching Rifles requires a boat or surf charter; no land access is available for surfers.
Boat Access
This spot typically requires a boat.
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