Monkeys
IntermediateSurf report
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 0.6 m | 0.4m 9s SSW | 7 km/h on | 1.0m |
| 9 AM | 0.7 m | 0.4m 8s SSW | 7 km/h on | 0.4m |
| 12 PM | 0.7 m | 0.4m 8s SSW | 5 km/h on | 0.2m |
| 3 PM | 0.7 m | 0.4m 10s SSW | 6 km/h on | 0.5m |
| 6 PM | 0.7 m | 0.4m 11s SSW | 5 km/h cross | 0.6m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 9s SSW | 5 km/h cross | 1.1m |
| 9 AM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 9s SSW | 4 km/h on | 0.6m |
| 12 PM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 9s SSW | 2 km/h on | 0.1m |
| 3 PM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 9s SSW | 2 km/h on | 0.4m |
| 6 PM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 9s SSW | 3 km/h on | 0.7m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 7s SSW | 2 km/h on | 1.1m |
| 9 AM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 7s SSW | 5 km/h on | 0.8m |
| 12 PM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 7s SSW | 5 km/h on | 0.2m |
| 3 PM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 7s SSW | 10 km/h on | 0.3m |
| 6 PM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 7s SSW | 8 km/h on | 0.6m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 0.6 m | 0.5m 7s SSW | 10 km/h cross | 1.0m |
| 9 AM | 0.6 m | 0.5m 7s SSW | 4 km/h on | 0.9m |
| 12 PM | 0.6 m | 0.4m 7s SSW | 4 km/h on | 0.3m |
| 3 PM | 0.6 m | 0.4m 7s SSW | 8 km/h on | 0.2m |
| 6 PM | 0.6 m | 0.4m 7s SSW | 1 km/h on | 0.6m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 AM | 0.7m | 0.4m SSW | 8s | 7 S on | 0.4m |
| 10 AM | 0.7m | 0.4m SSW | 8s | 3 SSE on | 0.2m |
| 11 AM | 0.7m | 0.4m SSW | 8s | 7 SW on | 0.2m |
| 12 PM | 0.7m | 0.4m SSW | 8s | 5 WSW on | 0.2m |
| 1 PM | 0.7m | 0.4m SSW | 8s | 8 SW on | 0.3m |
| 2 PM | 0.7m | 0.4m SSW | 9s | 2 NNW off | 0.4m |
| 3 PM | 0.7m | 0.4m SSW | 10s | 6 W cross | 0.5m |
| 4 PM | 0.7m | 0.5m SSW | 10s | 4 WSW on | 0.6m |
| 5 PM | 0.7m | 0.5m SSW | 11s | 6 W cross | 0.7m |
| 6 PM | 0.7m | 0.4m SSW | 11s | 5 W cross | 0.6m |
| 7 PM | 0.7m | 0.4m SSW | 11s | 7 W cross | 0.5m |
| 8 PM | 0.7m | 0.5m SSW | 10s | 3 W cross | 0.4m |
| 9 PM | 0.7m | 0.5m SSW | 9s | 3 WSW on | 0.2m |
| 10 PM | 0.7m | 0.5m SSW | 8s | 0 SW on | 0.2m |
| 11 PM | 0.7m | 0.5m SSW | 8s | 1 SE cross | 0.2m |
| 12 AM | 0.7m | 0.5m SSW | 9s | 5 ESE cross | 0.3m |
| 1 AM | 0.7m | 0.5m SSW | 10s | 1 SE cross | 0.4m |
| 2 AM | 0.7m | 0.5m SSW | 10s | 4 S on | 0.6m |
| 3 AM | 0.7m | 0.6m SSW | 10s | 2 ESE cross | 0.8m |
| 4 AM | 0.7m | 0.6m SSW | 9s | 2 SE cross | 1.0m |
| 5 AM | 0.7m | 0.6m SSW | 9s | 4 ESE cross | 1.1m |
| 6 AM | 0.7m | 0.5m SSW | 9s | 5 ESE cross | 1.1m |
| 7 AM | 0.7m | 0.5m SSW | 9s | 5 SE on | 1.0m |
| 8 AM | 0.7m | 0.5m SSW | 9s | 5 SSE on | 0.8m |
About Monkeys
Monkeys is a lively reef break that keeps things entertaining with its punchy, unpredictable sections. Intermediate surfers will enjoy the wave's energy and the opportunity it provides for sharp, reactive surfing. The atmosphere in the water tends to be relaxed, making it a sociable and enjoyable session.
Local knowledge
The reef is shallow, sharp and live coral — a wipeout on a low-tide set can put you on the bottom fast, so booties are strongly advised. Watch for rips that develop along the reef edge on bigger swells, and keep an eye on boat and speedboat traffic in the channel as water taxis move through the area regularly.
Monkeys is best accessed by boat from Sorake or Lagundri Bay — a short 5–10 minute ride puts you right on the peak. Most surf camps and local boat operators on Nias' south coast offer day trips or drop-offs; confirm pickup arrangements before paddling out as the channel can be awkward to swim in if you miss your boat.
A versatile shortboard or a mid-length fun shape works well for Monkeys' punchy, unpredictable sections on everyday swell. Step up to a slightly stiffer, higher-volume shortboard when the swell pushes overhead, giving you the drive to handle the reef's sharp lips.
mellow — relaxed vibe.
Where to go now
Monkeys vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkeys Best now this spot | 0.7m | 0.4m 8s | 7 on | Fair |
| 2 km away | 0.6m | 0.4m 8s | 4 on | Fair |
| 5 km away | 0.6m | 0.4m 8s | 4 on | Fair |
| 6 km away | 0.6m | 0.4m 8s | 4 on | Fair |
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Surfing in Nias
Full Nias surf guide →Off the west coast of North Sumatra, Nias is one of Indonesia's true surf landmarks — home to Lagundri Bay, the right-hand point at the island's southern tip that put the country on the world surf map back in the 1970s. It's a place of pilgrimage, where a single peeling wall over coral has drawn travelling surfers for decades.
✈️Getting there
Most surfers fly into Binaka Airport (GNS) at Gunungsitoli in the north of Nias, usually via Medan (Kualanamu, KNO) on a short domestic hop with Wings Air or similar. From Bali or Jakarta you'll connect through Medan.
🛵Getting around
At Lagundri Bay everything is walkable — the losmen sit right along the point, and you can paddle out from the steps. Many guests don't need transport at all once settled.
🌤️Climate & season
Nias has a tropical equatorial climate — warm and humid year-round, with water temperatures sitting around 27–29°C, so boardshorts and a rash guard are plenty (boots for the reef, not warmth).