Pasti
IntermediateSurf report
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 0.8 m | 0.7m 10s SSW | 6 km/h on | 0.7m |
| 9 AM | 0.8 m | 0.7m 10s SSW | 10 km/h cross | 0.3m |
| 12 PM | 0.8 m | 0.7m 10s SSW | 10 km/h cross | 0.5m |
| 3 PM | 0.8 m | 0.7m 10s SSW | 2 km/h on | 0.7m |
| 6 PM | 0.8 m | 0.7m 10s SSW | 8 km/h on | 0.5m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 0.7 m | 0.6m 10s SSW | 6 km/h cross | 0.8m |
| 9 AM | 0.7 m | 0.6m 9s SSW | 5 km/h cross | 0.3m |
| 12 PM | 0.7 m | 0.6m 9s SSW | 5 km/h off | 0.3m |
| 3 PM | 0.7 m | 0.6m 9s SSW | 4 km/h off | 0.7m |
| 6 PM | 0.7 m | 0.6m 9s SSW | 3 km/h on | 0.6m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 0.7 m | 0.4m 9s SSW | 7 km/h cross | 1.0m |
| 9 AM | 0.7 m | 0.4m 8s SSW | 5 km/h cross | 0.4m |
| 12 PM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 8s SSW | 6 km/h off | 0.2m |
| 3 PM | 0.7 m | 0.4m 8s SSW | 5 km/h cross | 0.5m |
| 6 PM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 9s SSW | 8 km/h on | 0.6m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 9s SSW | 5 km/h off | 1.1m |
| 9 AM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 9s SSW | 0 km/h on | 0.6m |
| 12 PM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 9s SSW | 3 km/h cross | 0.2m |
| 3 PM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 9s SSW | 5 km/h cross | 0.4m |
| 6 PM | 0.7 m | 0.5m 9s SSW | 6 km/h on | 0.7m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 11s | 4 S on | 0.7m |
| 1 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 11s | 5 SE cross | 0.8m |
| 2 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 11s | 9 ESE cross | 0.9m |
| 3 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 11s | 7 SE cross | 0.9m |
| 4 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 8 SE cross | 0.9m |
| 5 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 7 SE on | 0.8m |
| 6 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 6 SSE on | 0.7m |
| 7 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 8 SSE on | 0.5m |
| 8 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 9 SE cross | 0.4m |
| 9 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 10 ESE cross | 0.3m |
| 10 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 11 ESE cross | 0.3m |
| 11 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 11 E cross | 0.4m |
| 12 PM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 10 E cross | 0.5m |
| 1 PM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 7 E cross | 0.6m |
| 2 PM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 2 ESE cross | 0.7m |
| 3 PM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 2 SW on | 0.7m |
| 4 PM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 2 SW on | 0.7m |
| 5 PM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 4 SSE on | 0.6m |
| 6 PM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 8 SSW on | 0.5m |
| 7 PM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 7 S on | 0.4m |
| 8 PM | 0.8m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 9 SE cross | 0.3m |
| 9 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 11 SE cross | 0.3m |
| 10 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 10 SSE on | 0.3m |
| 11 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m SSW | 10s | 10 SSE on | 0.4m |
About Pasti
Pasti is a reliable reef break in the Nias region that serves up consistent, rideable waves for intermediate surfers. The wave has a predictable shape that makes it a great option for those looking to clock up enjoyable sessions without the pressure of a heavier break. Expect decent walls and a relaxed vibe in the water.
Local knowledge
The reef is shallow and studded with sharp coral at low tide — wipeouts can result in lacerations, so reef booties are strongly advised. Sea urchins lurk in the shallower sections near the entry and exit, and an unpredictable rip can push you off the channel if you lose your footing during a set. Crowds are generally light, but boat traffic from passing vessels and water taxis in the Nias channel warrants awareness when paddling out.
Head to the nearest coastal village and look for the concrete boat ramp or beach track that brings you to the water's edge — a local warungs near the shore is a useful landmark for parking a scooter or ojek drop-off. Paddle out via the clearly defined channel to avoid the shallower reef sections; time your entry between sets and exit the same way to stay off the coral. On bigger swells a short boat ride from the main Nias harbour is the easier and safer option.
A versatile shortboard in the 6'2"–6'6" range handles Pasti's walls comfortably on standard swell days. Step up to a slightly fuller, higher-volume option on smaller, punchier days to keep speed through the sections, and bring a step-up if a solid groundswell pushes the size beyond head-high.
mellow — relaxed vibe.
Where to go now
Pasti vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasti Best now this spot | 0.8m | 0.7m 11s | 4 on | Good |
| 2 km away | 0.8m | 0.7m 11s | 4 on | Good |
| 7 km away | 0.8m | 0.7m 11s | 4 on | Good |
| 9 km away | 0.8m | 0.7m 11s | 4 on | Good |
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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).