Bankvaults is a playful right-hander in the heart of the Mentawai's famous Playgrounds zone—a wave that rewards smooth, flowing surfing with multiple linking sections. The reef setup creates a series of workable walls that connect when the swell direction and tide align, offering opportunities for big carves and occasional tube sections. It's less intense than nearby Lance's Right or Macaronis, making it an excellent option for intermediate to advanced surfers looking for quality waves without the hectic crowds or heavy consequences.
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Boat charter from Padang. Part of Playgrounds area.
Peak: Apr-Oct
April-October dry season. SE trades offshore.
⛈️ Heavy Playgrounds barrel • Bowling lefts • Not for the timid
🔔 Maccas' mellow neighbor • Rippable lefts • Low-crowd gold
📖 Guidebook namesake • Heavy left barrel • Playgrounds serious side
🌊 Emerald Mentawai barrel • Two rock sections • Heavy tube time
🌴 Mentawai masterpiece • The right everyone wants • Hollow perfection
🍝 The consistent one • Works when others don't • User-friendly perfection