The Hole
The Hole is a deep-water right reef break on East Sumba's south coast featuring a large lineup with multiple take-off areas. The wave produces peaky bowls with considerable power, offering a different experience to the neighbouring Tarimbang Right. Its deep-water nature means it handles bigger swells better, creating powerful, open-face waves that reward advanced surfers with driving turns and occasional barrel sections.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (205°)
- Direction range
- 190° - 220°
- 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
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.2m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
4/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is The Hole?
The Hole is a reef break in East Sumba, Indonesia, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at The Hole?
The Hole picks up swell from the S round to the SW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSW. 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 The Hole?
A N wind is dead offshore at The Hole, 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 The Hole?
The Hole is at its best around the low to mid tide, roughly 0.3m to 1.2m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf The Hole?
The most reliable run of swell at The Hole comes Apr to Oct. There's a second window in Nov to Mar too. Best Apr-Oct (dry season, SE trades offshore). Swells year-round but wet season brings onshore winds.
How cold is the water at The Hole?
The water at The Hole 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 The Hole good for beginners?
Not really. It's rated 8/10 for difficulty and suits experienced surfers. Expect a moderate crowd (4/10) when it's on. Things to watch for: sharp, shallow reef (booties help) and long hold-downs.
How do I get to The Hole?
The nearest airport on our list is WGP, then it's roughly a 45-minute drive.
What other surf spots are near The Hole?
The closest breaks we track are Tarimbang Right (0.0 km) and Rope Burns (0.0 km), handy when The Hole isn't working.
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.
Getting There
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