Walo Hiu
Walo Hiu is the most extreme left on Nias, producing barrel rides up to 10 seconds long in one of the most remote settings on the island. Accessing the wave requires a 30-minute jungle walk through dense tropical forest, adding to the adventure and ensuring virtually no crowds. The wave handles enormous swells and delivers world-class tube rides for expert surfers willing to earn them.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (215°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 250°
- Size range
- 1.5m - 3.7m
- Ideal size
- 3.2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Offshore range
- 15° - 75°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.7m - 1.8m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
5/10
👥 Semester Break (Jun 20 – Jul 12) — expect extra crowds
Access: Fly to Gunungsitoli via Medan, drive to south coast
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
SW swell season (Apr-Oct), SE trade winds offshore
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