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Level 7/10

Bankvaults

Mentawai, Indonesia
🪸Sharp reef🏝️Remote🦈Sharks

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.

Spot Details

Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
SW (220°)
Direction range
200° - 250°
Size range
1m - 3m
Ideal period
14s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
ESE (120°)
Offshore range
80° - 160°
Best window
morning

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
mid
Optimal range
0.5m - 1.5m

Water temp

28°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

7/10

Crowd level

3/10

Access: Boat charter from Padang. Part of Playgrounds area.

Getting There

Airport
PDG
Drive time
0 min
Boat required
$200

Best Season

Peak: Apr-Oct

April-October dry season. SE trades offshore.

Data Quality

community

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