HT’s (Hollow Trees / Lance’s Right)
ExpertSurf report
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.0 m | 2.0m 12s S | 5 km/h cross | 0.7m |
| 9 AM | 2.0 m | 1.9m 12s S | 8 km/h cross | 0.3m |
| 12 PM | 1.9 m | 1.9m 12s S | 10 km/h cross | 0.5m |
| 3 PM | 1.8 m | 1.8m 12s S | 9 km/h cross | 0.8m |
| 6 PM | 1.8 m | 1.8m 12s SSW | 13 km/h on | 0.4m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.7 m | 1.5m 11s SSW | 14 km/h on | 0.9m |
| 9 AM | 1.6 m | 1.4m 11s SSW | 13 km/h on | 0.3m |
| 12 PM | 1.6 m | 1.4m 11s SSW | 14 km/h off | 0.3m |
| 3 PM | 1.6 m | 1.2m 11s SSW | 6 km/h on | 0.7m |
| 6 PM | 1.5 m | 1.2m 10s SSW | 9 km/h on | 0.6m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.6 m | 1.5m 12s S | 7 km/h on | 1.1m |
| 9 AM | 1.6 m | 1.6m 12s S | 5 km/h cross | 0.4m |
| 12 PM | 1.6 m | 1.6m 12s S | 15 km/h off | 0.1m |
| 3 PM | 1.7 m | 1.6m 11s S | 7 km/h on | 0.6m |
| 6 PM | 1.7 m | 1.7m 11s S | 9 km/h cross | 0.7m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.7 m | 1.6m 11s S | 6 km/h cross | 1.2m |
| 9 AM | 1.6 m | 1.6m 11s S | 1 km/h on | 0.6m |
| 12 PM | 1.6 m | 1.6m 11s S | 3 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 3 PM | 1.6 m | 1.5m 10s S | 6 km/h on | 0.4m |
| 6 PM | 1.5 m | 1.5m 10s S | 8 km/h on | 0.7m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 AM | 2.0m | 2.0m S | 12s | 5 SE cross | 0.8m |
| 6 AM | 2.0m | 2.0m S | 12s | 5 ESE cross | 0.7m |
| 7 AM | 2.0m | 2.0m S | 12s | 7 ESE cross | 0.5m |
| 8 AM | 2.0m | 2.0m S | 12s | 8 ESE cross | 0.3m |
| 9 AM | 2.0m | 1.9m S | 12s | 8 ESE cross | 0.3m |
| 10 AM | 1.9m | 1.9m S | 12s | 9 ESE cross | 0.3m |
| 11 AM | 1.9m | 1.9m S | 12s | 10 ESE cross | 0.4m |
| 12 PM | 1.9m | 1.9m S | 12s | 10 ESE cross | 0.5m |
| 1 PM | 1.9m | 1.8m S | 12s | 10 ESE cross | 0.6m |
| 2 PM | 1.8m | 1.8m S | 12s | 9 ESE cross | 0.7m |
| 3 PM | 1.8m | 1.8m S | 12s | 9 ESE cross | 0.8m |
| 4 PM | 1.8m | 1.8m S | 12s | 9 SSE on | 0.7m |
| 5 PM | 1.8m | 1.8m S | 12s | 12 S on | 0.6m |
| 6 PM | 1.8m | 1.8m SSW | 12s | 13 S on | 0.4m |
| 7 PM | 1.8m | 1.7m SSW | 12s | 12 SSE on | 0.3m |
| 8 PM | 1.8m | 1.7m SSW | 12s | 14 SE on | 0.2m |
| 9 PM | 1.8m | 1.7m SSW | 12s | 11 SE on | 0.2m |
| 10 PM | 1.8m | 1.7m SSW | 12s | 14 SE on | 0.2m |
| 11 PM | 1.8m | 1.6m SSW | 12s | 15 SE on | 0.4m |
| 12 AM | 1.8m | 1.6m SSW | 12s | 17 SE cross | 0.6m |
| 1 AM | 1.8m | 1.6m SSW | 11s | 16 ESE cross | 0.8m |
| 2 AM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 11s | 13 ESE cross | 1.0m |
| 3 AM | 1.7m | 1.5m SSW | 11s | 11 SE on | 1.1m |
| 4 AM | 1.7m | 1.5m SSW | 11s | 12 SE on | 1.1m |
About HT’s (Hollow Trees / Lance’s Right)
HT's, der Spitzname für Hollow Trees, ist ein tubularer, perfekter Rechtsbruch an der Südwestküste der Insel Sipora, in den Mentawai. Sein ursprünglicher Name stammt von dem hohlen Baum, der einst neben dem Riff stand, und obwohl er nicht mehr dort ist, ist der Name geblieben. Diese Welle bricht über ein sehr definiertes und scharfes Riff und produziert einen kritischen Take-off, gefolgt von einem tiefen, sauberen Barrel, der sich wie eine Maschine bildet. Sie ist ideal für erfahrene Surfer und Barrel-Fotografen, da sie selten enttäuscht, wenn es Größe gibt.
Local knowledge
Das Riff hier ist flach, scharf und sehr lebendig — der innere Abschnitt über dem "Surgeon's Table" ist berüchtigt dafür, Surfer zu verletzen, also erwarte Korallenschnitte und bring ein gutes Erste-Hilfe-Set mit. Der Take-off ist kritisch und gnadenlos; im Inneren gefangen zu sein oder über die Falls zu gehen, bedeutet eine Prügel auf trockenem Riff. Bei pumpenden Bedingungen wird die Lineup mit Charterbootverkehr und erfahrenen Barrel-Jägern überfüllt, sodass das Einsteigen und die daraus resultierenden Kollisionen ein echtes Risiko darstellen.
Der Zugang ist nur mit dem Boot über Charter oder eines der Surf-Camps/Resorts im Dorf von HT's auf Sipora möglich — die meisten Surfer bleiben entweder im Camp am Punkt oder werden von einem Liveaboard, das im Kanal ankert, abgesetzt. Paddel durch den tiefen Wasserkanal, der neben der Welle verläuft, um vom Riff fernzubleiben, und benutze denselben Kanal, um nach deiner Welle auszutreten, anstatt ins Innere gespült zu werden. Achte auf die Gezeiten: Niedrigere Gezeiten legen das innere Riff frei und machen den Ein- und Ausstieg viel riskanter.
Bring ein sauberes Step-Up mit — ein 6'2"–6'6" rundes oder quadratisches Pintail mit genug Drive, um den steilen Take-off zu meistern und eine hohe Linie im Tube zu halten. An größeren, schnelleren Tagen wechsle zu einem kleinen Gun für die späten Drops und nimm nur ein Shortboard bei den kleineren, schwächeren Swells heraus.
moderate — be polite, wait your turn.
Where to go now
HT’s (Hollow Trees / Lance’s Right) vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HT’s (Hollow Trees / Lance’s Right) Best now this spot | 2.0m | 2.0m 12s | 5 cross | Epic |
| 0 km away | 2.1m | 2.0m 12s | 5 on | Epic |
| 2 km away | 2.1m | 2.0m 12s | 5 on | Epic |
| 2 km away | 2.1m | 2.0m 12s | 5 on | Epic |
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Nearest spots
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Kapowui Surf Lessons Santa Monica / Venice
★ 5.02701 Barnard Way, Parking lot, 5 south, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA
Operating near the legendary HT's, Kapowui Surf Lessons brings structured coaching to one of the Mentawais' most iconic right-handers. Best for surfers ready to learn within reach of serious reef breaks.
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Pacific Surf School
★ 5.0707 Pacific Beach Dr, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
Stationed close to the famed Hollow Trees, Pacific Surf School puts you near one of the best waves on the planet. A strong pick for surfers wanting tuition and guiding around the heavier Mentawai reefs.
1715 Google reviews
The Point Surf House
★ 5.0Katiet Beach, Bosua, Kec. Sipora Sel., Kabupaten Kepulauan Mentawai, Sumatera Barat 25932, Indonesia
Tucked near HT's, The Point Surf House offers a homely base steps from world-class waves like Lance's Right. Suited to surfers chasing quality reef sessions with comfortable lodging close by.
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Lances right surf house
★ 5.025932, Bosua, Kec. Sipora Sel., Kabupaten Kepulauan Mentawai, Sumatera Barat 25932, Indonesia
Named for the famous right-hander it sits beside, Lances Right Surf House is a compact base for surfers focused on the Mentawais' iconic peeling walls. Best for those comfortable in punchy reef conditions.
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Lance’s Right
★ 5.0JVF6+H5, Bosua, Mentawai Islands Regency, West Sumatra, Indonesia
Right on the doorstep of the legendary Lance's Right, this spot is all about easy access to one of the Mentawais' most celebrated waves. A natural fit for surfers chasing long, hollow rights.
11 Google reviews
Uma Laguna Surfboard Rent
★ 5.0Km 0. Near harbour, Tuapejat, Sipora Utara, Kabupaten Kepulauan Mentawai, Sumatera Barat 25932, Indonesia
Near HT's in the Mentawais, Uma Laguna keeps things simple with surfboard rentals for travellers heading out to nearby reef breaks. Handy for surfers who arrive light and want gear close to the lineup.
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Surfing in Mentawai
Full Mentawai surf guide →If there's one name that makes surfers go quiet and start saving, it's the Mentawai. This remote archipelago of more than 70 islands sits off the west coast of Sumatra, fully exposed to raw Indian Ocean swell, and it has earned its reputation as one of the most concentrated, high-quality wave zones on Earth.
✈️Getting there
All routes run through Padang, the port city in West Sumatra. Fly into Padang's Minangkabau International Airport (PDG), usually via Jakarta, or via Kuala Lumpur or Singapore on regional carriers.
🛵Getting around
The Mentawai are about boats, not roads. Once you arrive, your daily transport to the waves is by boat — either the liveaboard itself or the resort's tenders and speedboats running surfers out to the breaks.
🌤️Climate & season
The Mentawai are equatorial, hot and humid year-round, with water warm enough for boardshorts or a thin top (roughly 27–29°C). There's no real winter — just wetter and drier patterns.