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Level 5/10

Macaronis

Mentawai, Indonesia
🪸Sharp reef🏝️Remote

Macaronis is the Mentawai Islands' most user-friendly world-class wave—a forgiving left that produces 4-6 second barrels followed by rippable walls, working in virtually any conditions. The reef is relatively deep and friendly, the wave handles all tides and even onshore wind, and the takeoff is predictable. The Macaronis Resort sits right in front of the break. When other Mentawai spots are too big, too small, or too windy, Macaronis usually delivers. It's the Mentawais' most reliable path to perfect barrels.

Spot Details

Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
SSW (210°)
Direction range
180° - 250°
Size range
0.8m - 3m
Ideal period
16s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
NE (45°)
Offshore range
0° - 90°
Best window
both

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
all
Optimal range
0.4m - 1.8m

Water temp

29°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

5/10

Crowd level

5/10

Access: Macaronis Resort or charter boat from Padang.

Getting There

Airport
PDG
Drive time
0 min
Boat required
$150

Best Season

Peak: Apr-Oct

Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar

Most consistent wave in Mentawais. Works all tides, all sizes, handles wind.

Data Quality

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Verified by Macaronis Resort/Indonesian Surf Guide cross-reference