Wakte Island Right
Wakte Island Right is an attractive right reef break near Kota Sarmi on the north coast of Papua, receiving NE swell during the short November-March season. This is true frontier territory—one of the least-explored surf zones in Indonesia, offering quality reef breaks with zero crowd pressure. The remoteness and short surf season make this a destination for dedicated surf explorers with flexible schedules.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Direction range
- 30° - 60°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 330° - 30°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Boat charter from Sorong or nearby port
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Wakte Island Right?
Wakte Island Right works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.5m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Wakte Island Right?
Offshore wind at Wakte Island Right blows from the N (0°). Anything in the 330° to 30° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Wakte Island Right?
Wakte Island Right wants NE swell (30° to 60°) between 0.9m and 1.8m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Wakte Island Right?
The main season at Wakte Island Right is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. NW monsoon swell season (Nov-Mar)
How do I get to Wakte Island Right?
Fly into SOQ, then allow about 0 minutes by road, plus a boat transfer (around $200 USD). Boat charter from Sorong or nearby port
What kind of wave is Wakte Island Right?
Wakte Island Right is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
NW monsoon swell season (Nov-Mar)