Indicators
Indicators is a world-class right reef break at Lagundri Bay in South Nias, located around the point from the famous Sorake Beach. The wave produces incredible barrels when a solid SW swell pushes in at high tide, but becomes extremely dangerous at low tide when the reef is exposed. The rising high tide is the sweet spot—when Indicators turns on, it rivals any right-hander in Indonesia for raw barrel quality.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (215°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 230°
- Size range
- 1.5m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.2m - 2.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 330° - 30°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- high
- Optimal range
- 1m - 2m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Fly to Gunungsitoli via Medan, drive to south coast
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Indicators?
Indicators is a reef break in South Nias, Indonesia, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Indicators?
Indicators picks up swell from the SSW round to the SW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SW. That's a tight window, so it needs the swell direction to line up. It starts working at around 1.5m and handles up to about 3m, with the sweet spot around 2.2 to 2.6m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Indicators?
A N wind is dead offshore at Indicators, and anything from the NNW round to the NNE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to midday. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Indicators?
Indicators is at its best around high tide, roughly 1m to 2m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Indicators?
The most reliable run of swell at Indicators comes Apr to Oct. SW swell season (Apr-Oct), SE trade winds offshore.
How cold is the water at Indicators?
The water at Indicators averages around 28°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Indicators good for beginners?
Not really. It's rated 8/10 for difficulty and suits experienced surfers. Expect a moderate crowd (5/10) when it's on. Things to watch for: sharp, shallow reef (booties help) and long hold-downs.
How do I get to Indicators?
The nearest airport on our list is GNS, then it's roughly a 45-minute drive. Fly to Gunungsitoli via Medan, drive to south coast.
What other surf spots are near Indicators?
The closest breaks we track are Lagundri Bay (0.6 km), Sebatu (1.1 km) and Walo Hiu (2.4 km), handy when Indicators isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
SW swell season (Apr-Oct), SE trade winds offshore
Getting There
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