Burgerworld is the most exposed break in the Mentawai Islands, picking up swell from every direction and sculpting quality right-hand tubes even during the low season. Located in the Playgrounds zone, the wave breaks over a shallow reef and can hold well on bigger days, offering consistent barrels when other spots may be flat. The diversity of swell angles it handles makes it one of the most reliable waves in the area.
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Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
4/10
👥 Semester Break (Jun 20 – Jul 12) — expect extra crowds
Access: Charter boat from Padang (~10hr) or speedboat (~4hr)
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.
🌊 Playgrounds right • Short barrels, nice turns • Fun warm-up wave
🌊 Secret Mentawai left • Barrel opportunities • Less crowds
🎯 200m flawless rights • Precision swell angle • Mentawai crown jewel
🌊 Playgrounds fun right • Almond barrels • Two-turn combos
☠️ Most dangerous in Indo • Low tide death • Expert barrels only
🌊 Playgrounds fun right • Sand-reef bottom • All-level waves