Nipussi, Mentawai
Mentawai surf guide › Nipussi
Nipussi is a right that breaks very consistently. It is not the most famous wave in the region, but it has its good days: fun, slightly fuller waves that are great for turns. It is a go-to option on small days, works with almost any northerly wind, and is about 10 minutes by boat from Hidden Bay.
How Nipussi breaks
Nipussi has two options. Closer to the rock, the waves are much better when the swell comes more from the southwest. Further out, the outside peak breaks fuller, more powerful waves.
It works from 2 up to 10 feet and is at its best at mid tide. The best swell is southwest. It breaks with any north, northwest or northeast wind, and is best with north and northeast. That makes it a good call when the wind is wrong for other spots.
Who Nipussi is for
Intermediate surfers and anyone who wants a fun right for turns on a small day. The waves are a little fuller than the hollow reefs nearby, so there is plenty of face to work with.
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Local tips for Nipussi
Nipussi gives you a choice of two peaks, and picking the right one depends on what you are after.
- Sit by the rock for the medium-sized waves, which are much better, especially on a southwest swell.
- Sit outside for the bigger waves, which are a little fuller.
- Surf it at mid tide. That is when it is at its best.
- Watch the end of the wave at low tide on small days, when it gets very shallow.
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Surfing Nipussi from Hidden Bay
We don’t run the boat by the clock. Our guides follow the forecast, the wind and more than 12 years of local knowledge to put you on Nipussi when it’s at its best, and on another wave when it isn’t. Featured Trips average 6 surfers per boat, never more than 8, and with so many breaks close by we can split groups by level.
Every session ends back in our private bay: a chef’s kitchen, ocean-facing rooms with AC and hot water, and a gym with a physical trainer. With the surf video package, we film your sessions, so you can watch your waves at Nipussi the same evening.
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Nipussi FAQ
Where is Nipussi?
In the northern Mentawai Islands, about 10 minutes by boat from Hidden Bay Resort.
What are the best conditions for Nipussi?
A southwest swell with north or northeast winds. It also works with northwest winds.
Is Nipussi good for intermediate surfers?
Yes. It is a very consistent right with fun, fuller waves that are great for turns, and a good option on small days.
Where should I sit at Nipussi?
Closer to the rock the waves are much better on a southwest swell. The outside peak breaks fuller, more powerful waves.
Is Nipussi shallow?
At low tide the end of the wave gets very shallow, especially on small days.
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