Lido is Papua New Guinea's most famous wave—a quality right-hand reef break near Vanimo that captures rare northwest swells during the monsoon season. The wave has been featured in surf media for decades, drawing adventurous travelers willing to navigate PNG's challenging infrastructure for uncrowded perfection. When northwest swells push through during the wet season, Lido transforms into a mechanical reef setup that rivals more established destinations. The setting is raw and remote, with friendly villagers and a frontier atmosphere that makes every session feel like discovery.
Water temp
29°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
1/10
Access: Fly from Port Moresby. Small town infrastructure.
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, Oct
NW monsoon season. Pacific storms send NW swells.
Verified by Surf-forecast, Tracks Magazine
How well swell angle matches the spot
Wave height in the ideal range
Each spot has different period requirements. Points and reefs can handle longer periods than beaches.
Offshore/glassy conditions