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Surf spot guide · Nias, Indonesia
Quiet, exposed left-hand reef break in the Nias area, best during the dry-season southwest swell.
High Waves
Large waves up to 2.3m expected at Secret (Nias). Peak conditions around 6:00 AM.
Exercise extreme caution when entering the water. Strong currents and large waves present. Warning valid until 9:00 PM.
Secret is an exposed left-hand reef break in the Nias and Hinako area. It receives consistent surf, primarily from southwest groundswell. East-northeast winds provide the best offshore conditions. The prime surf season is May through October, with July offering the cleanest conditions statistically. Intermediate surfers should be comfortable with reef waves, while advanced surfers will find the spot suitable as well.
Nias’s Secret: a consistent reef left sharpened by southwest groundswell
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The lineup is usually quiet and rarely crowded.
Quiet and consistent
Target the May-October dry season for the most reliable surf.
Look for low-tide conditions, which are preferred here.
Watch carefully for submerged rocks around the reef.
East-northeast winds offer the cleanest conditions.
Confirm the exact break position and boat arrangements before travelling.
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Submerged rocks surround parts of the reef.
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