Boa
Boa is a quality right reef break on Rote Island that produces standout barrel sessions when conditions align. The key to scoring Boa is timing—it needs a specific combination of swell direction and tide to fire, making a local surf guide invaluable. When it's on, Boa delivers multiple barrel opportunities per wave, rivaling any right-hander in the eastern Indonesian archipelago.
Boa surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (205°)
- Direction range
- 190° - 220°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (112°)
- Offshore range
- 82° - 142°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.2m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Fly via Kupang or ferry from Kupang
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Boa?
The Boa profile favors low to mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.2m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Boa?
The Boa profile uses wind from ESE (112°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 82° to 142°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Boa?
The Boa scoring profile favors swell from SSW (190° to 220°), a swell-height range of 1.2m to 2.4m, and a reference period of 14s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Boa?
The main season at Boa is Apr-Oct. A secondary window runs Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. Best Apr-Oct (dry season, SE trades offshore). Swells year-round but wet season brings onshore winds.
How do I get to Boa?
The spot profile lists RTI as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 20 minutes. Fly via Kupang or ferry from Kupang
What kind of wave is Boa?
Boa is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Best Apr-Oct (dry season, SE trades offshore). Swells year-round but wet season brings onshore winds.
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