3 Best Surfing Spots in Nias

3 Best Surfing Spots in Nias

The Bay of Sorake on Nias Island is the ultimate destination for surfing. Sorake Bay is an internationally renowned surfing spot and has become one of the most exotic wave-searching destination. Sorake Bay is located in the district of Teluk Dalam on the southern tip of Nias Island. Nias is the name of the archipelago off the west coast of North Sumatra consisting of 131 islands. Nias Island is the largest, covering an area about 5,000 square kilometers.

Sorake Bay is enclosed by the beaches of Lagundri and Sorake, giving it both left and right hand breaks. Unaffected by winds and tides, the constant flow of waves is perfect for novice and professional to practice and perform surfing. For beginners, the best time to surf is in the morning, before the waves get too big, and the current too strong and dangerous. Boards can be rented from the beach surf resorts, and reliable surf trainers are ready to help you balance and catch your first waves.  

Waves are typically 3 to 5 meters, but have been said to reach as high as 15 meters. Some start from as far as 200 meters from the beach, can have up to 5 levels, and even rolls unbroken all the way to shore. The catch-phrase "All time Nias," comes with the understanding that unlike most parts of the world, Sorake Bay delivers non-stop waves throughout the entire year, making any time of year the best time for surfing. The highest waves are between May and September, with most competitions being held from June till July.

Every year, surfers flock from across the globe for a chance at its legendary point break. International surfing competitions have been held in Nias since 1993, and even the World Championship Surfing competition in 2000.  

Best Surfing Spots In Nias: Lagundri Beach

Becoming the most famous beach in South Nias, Lagundri Beach is located deep inside Lagundri Bay. If you start your trip from Sorake, it is about 20 minutes' walk. This beach is amazing as it has all the incredible things, from the nice white sand, turquoise water and swaying palm trees under which you can chill out in the hammocks.

However, this beach was ever washed away by tsunami in 2005 and the earthquake also knocked over what was still standing. For years, this beach was a mess, however, today, the beach has been cleaned up. The beach has not recovered completely. There is only one hotel and a surf school and you can still enjoy the west end of the beach.

Lagundri Beach is considered as the best and safest place for swimming in South Nias. During weekdays, the beach is deserted, but on Sundays, there will be hundreds of locals gather here. If you wish to visit this beach, you can come here between June and July as the waves and the weather during these months are fine and surfing competitions are often held too.

Surfing lovers from all around the world visit this beach every year, especially between April to September. During that time, the weather is good so that they will be able to enjoy the waves that may reach seven to ten meters high. Besides, the push from the waves may also reach 200 meters. This beach is a perfect spot not only for surfers but also for photographers. Photographers love to take pictures to capture the surfer's actions with the beautiful background of the beach.

Best Surfing Spots In Nias: Sorake Beach

Sorake Beach is located in Teluk Dalam district, South Nias. This beach is adjacent to Lagundri Beach. Sorake Beach is also another popular beach in South Nias that has big and high waves. No wonder, it becomes a perfect spot for surfing. There are some surfing competitions held in this beach. The participants are the locals and the surfers from all over the world. One of the surfing competitions held here is Nias Open. Hundreds of surfers from many countries participate in this competition. 

Best Surfing Spots In Nias: Baloho Beach

There are three bays between Lagundri Bay and Teluk Dalam. The closest to Teluk Dalam is Baloho. Baloho is one of the best surfing spots in Nias. This bay is very scenic and easy to access from the main road. You will find a resort which has a nice bar area next to the beach. You can spend your time eating and drinking while overlooking the bay. This beach is always full with tourists, both the local and international. It is estimated that there are around 50 to 100 visitors coming to this beach during weekdays and it can be doubled during weekends.