Oenggaut
IntermediateSurf report
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.3 m | 1.0m 12s SW | 16 km/h off | 1.4m |
| 9 AM | 1.3 m | 1.0m 12s SW | 21 km/h off | 1.1m |
| 12 PM | 1.3 m | 0.9m 11s SW | 20 km/h cross | -0.1m |
| 3 PM | 1.2 m | 0.9m 12s SW | 25 km/h cross | -0.3m |
| 6 PM | 1.2 m | 0.8m 13s SW | 20 km/h cross | 0.6m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.1 m | 0.8m 10s SW | 15 km/h cross | 1.3m |
| 9 AM | 1.1 m | 0.8m 10s SW | 22 km/h cross | 1.6m |
| 12 PM | 1.1 m | 0.7m 10s SW | 23 km/h cross | 0.2m |
| 3 PM | 1.1 m | 0.7m 10s SW | 22 km/h cross | -0.7m |
| 6 PM | 1.1 m | 0.7m 10s SW | 21 km/h cross | 0.2m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.0 m | 0.7m 10s SW | 13 km/h cross | 1.1m |
| 9 AM | 1.0 m | 0.6m 11s SW | 18 km/h off | 1.9m |
| 12 PM | 1.0 m | 0.5m 11s SW | 23 km/h cross | 0.7m |
| 3 PM | 1.0 m | 0.6m 10s SW | 22 km/h cross | -0.8m |
| 6 PM | 1.0 m | 0.6m 10s SW | 20 km/h cross | -0.3m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.0 m | 0.6m 7s SSE | 15 km/h off | 0.7m |
| 9 AM | 1.0 m | 0.5m 11s SW | 19 km/h off | 2.0m |
| 12 PM | 1.0 m | 0.5m 10s SW | 21 km/h cross | 1.3m |
| 3 PM | 1.0 m | 0.5m 9s SW | 21 km/h cross | -0.7m |
| 6 PM | 0.9 m | 0.5m 9s SW | 20 km/h cross | -0.7m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 AM | 1.4m | 1.0m SW | 12s | 18 ESE cross | 0.1m |
| 1 AM | 1.3m | 1.0m SW | 12s | 17 E off | 0.1m |
| 2 AM | 1.3m | 1.0m SW | 12s | 18 ESE off | 0.2m |
| 3 AM | 1.3m | 1.0m SW | 12s | 17 E off | 0.5m |
| 4 AM | 1.3m | 1.0m SW | 12s | 16 E off | 0.8m |
| 5 AM | 1.3m | 1.0m SW | 12s | 15 E off | 1.2m |
| 6 AM | 1.3m | 1.0m SW | 12s | 16 E off | 1.4m |
| 7 AM | 1.3m | 1.0m SW | 12s | 16 E off | 1.5m |
| 8 AM | 1.3m | 1.0m SW | 12s | 20 E off | 1.4m |
| 9 AM | 1.3m | 1.0m SW | 12s | 21 E off | 1.1m |
| 10 AM | 1.3m | 0.9m SW | 12s | 21 ESE cross | 0.8m |
| 11 AM | 1.3m | 0.9m SW | 12s | 21 ESE off | 0.3m |
| 12 PM | 1.3m | 0.9m SW | 11s | 20 ESE off | -0.1m |
| 1 PM | 1.2m | 0.9m SW | 11s | 23 E off | -0.4m |
| 2 PM | 1.2m | 0.9m SW | 11s | 25 E off | -0.5m |
| 3 PM | 1.2m | 0.9m SW | 12s | 25 ESE off | -0.3m |
| 4 PM | 1.2m | 0.9m SW | 13s | 24 ESE off | -0.1m |
| 5 PM | 1.2m | 0.8m SW | 13s | 23 ESE off | 0.2m |
| 6 PM | 1.2m | 0.8m SW | 13s | 20 ESE off | 0.6m |
| 7 PM | 1.2m | 0.8m SW | 12s | 19 ESE cross | 0.9m |
| 8 PM | 1.2m | 0.8m SW | 11s | 19 ESE cross | 1.0m |
| 9 PM | 1.2m | 0.8m SW | 11s | 18 ESE cross | 0.9m |
| 10 PM | 1.2m | 0.8m SW | 11s | 16 ESE cross | 0.8m |
| 11 PM | 1.2m | 0.8m SW | 11s | 16 ESE cross | 0.5m |
About Oenggaut
Oenggaut is a reef break on Rote that serves up well-shaped waves with enough punch to keep intermediate surfers engaged. The reef provides good structure for consistent lines, and the wave rewards those who read it well. It's best approached with some experience, as the reef is present and currents can pick up. A rewarding option away from the more crowded breaks.
Local knowledge
The reef is shallow at low tide and sharp enough to inflict serious cuts — booties are worth considering, especially for beginners pushing their limits. A lateral current runs along the reef on bigger swells and can push you off the peak quickly; know your exit before paddling out. Sea urchins are present in the reef crevices, so avoid putting your feet down on the inside sections.
Oenggaut is accessible from the coastal road on Rote's southern side — look for the small warung near the cliff track that locals use as the landmark. A short walk down a rocky path brings you to the entry point; pick your moment on the rocks and time your paddle-out through the channel on the eastern edge of the reef. There is no boat required, but a motorbike or rental car is the practical way to reach it from Ba'a or Nembrala.
A versatile shortboard in the 6'2"–6'6" range covers most days well, with enough volume to paddle into the wave's occasionally hollow sections. On smaller, mushier swells bring a fish or mid-length to keep momentum; if a solid south swell kicks in and the reef starts showing its teeth, step up to something with more hold and a narrower tail.
mellow — relaxed vibe.
Where to go now
Oenggaut vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oenggaut Best now this spot | 1.4m | 1.0m 12s | 18 cross | Good |
| 8 km away | 1.4m | 1.0m 7s | 19 on | Fair |
| 20 km away | 1.6m | 1.2m 13s | 22 off | Good |
| 20 km away | 1.6m | 1.2m 13s | 22 off | Good |
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Surfing in Rote
Full Rote surf guide →Rote is Indonesia's southernmost inhabited island, a low, dry, sun-bleached slip of land hanging off the bottom of Timor in East Nusa Tenggara. It's about as far from the Bali crowds as you can get and still find world-class surf — which is exactly the point. The scene revolves around the village of Nemberala (Nembrala) on the west coast, where a string of guesthouses, surf camps and warungs line up behind the reef.
✈️Getting there
Reaching Rote is half the adventure. First fly to Kupang (Timor) — El Tari Airport (KOE) — via Bali (Denpasar) or Jakarta, usually with a connection. From Kupang's Bolok harbour you take the fast ferry across to Rote's port at Ba'a, a crossing of roughly 1.5–2 hours; a slower car ferry also runs but takes longer.
🛵Getting around
Once you're in Nemberala, most of the popular waves are close — T-Land, Boa and the beach breaks are within easy reach, and several spots are walkable or a short paddle from the main strip.
🌤️Climate & season
Rote has a pronounced dry, savanna-like climate — drier than Bali and noticeably so. The dry season runs roughly May to October and is the surf season: this is when consistent groundswell arrives and the dependable southeast trade winds groom the west-coast lefts, holding most of the season's offshore conditions.