Alor - Kalabahi Reefs
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| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 0.8 m | 0.8m 5s NE | 4 km/h cross | 1.0m |
| 9 AM | 0.8 m | 0.7m 5s NE | 2 km/h on | 1.3m |
| 12 PM | 0.7 m | 0.7m 5s NE | 9 km/h on | 0.6m |
| 3 PM | 0.7 m | 0.7m 5s NE | 4 km/h on | -0.3m |
| 6 PM | 0.7 m | 0.7m 5s NE | 0 km/h off | 0.1m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 0.7 m | 0.7m 5s NE | 7 km/h cross | 0.9m |
| 9 AM | 0.7 m | 0.7m 5s NE | 3 km/h on | 1.4m |
| 12 PM | 0.7 m | 0.7m 5s NE | 7 km/h on | 0.9m |
| 3 PM | 0.6 m | 0.6m 5s NE | 5 km/h on | -0.3m |
| 6 PM | 0.6 m | 0.6m 5s NE | 4 km/h cross | -0.3m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 0.8 m | 0.8m 5s NE | 3 km/h cross | 0.7m |
| 9 AM | 0.7 m | 0.7m 5s NE | 3 km/h on | 1.4m |
| 12 PM | 0.7 m | 0.7m 5s NE | 7 km/h on | 1.2m |
| 3 PM | 0.7 m | 0.6m 5s NE | 4 km/h on | -0.1m |
| 6 PM | 0.6 m | 0.6m 5s NE | 3 km/h on | -0.7m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 0.8 m | 0.8m 5s NE | 3 km/h cross | 0.6m |
| 9 AM | 0.8 m | 0.8m 5s NE | 3 km/h on | 1.3m |
| 12 PM | 0.8 m | 0.8m 5s NE | 7 km/h cross | 1.5m |
| 3 PM | 0.8 m | 0.8m 5s NE | 4 km/h on | 0.3m |
| 6 PM | 0.7 m | 0.7m 5s NE | 2 km/h on | -0.8m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 AM | 0.8m | 0.8m NE | 5s | 2 S off | 0.6m |
| 1 AM | 0.8m | 0.8m NE | 5s | 3 S off | 0.5m |
| 2 AM | 0.8m | 0.8m NE | 5s | 3 SSE cross | 0.4m |
| 3 AM | 0.8m | 0.8m NE | 5s | 3 SSE cross | 0.5m |
| 4 AM | 0.8m | 0.8m NE | 5s | 3 SE cross | 0.6m |
| 5 AM | 0.8m | 0.8m NE | 5s | 4 SE cross | 0.8m |
| 6 AM | 0.8m | 0.8m NE | 5s | 4 SSE cross | 1.0m |
| 7 AM | 0.8m | 0.8m NE | 5s | 6 SSE cross | 1.2m |
| 8 AM | 0.8m | 0.8m NE | 5s | 3 S off | 1.3m |
| 9 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 2 N on | 1.3m |
| 10 AM | 0.8m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 7 N on | 1.2m |
| 11 AM | 0.7m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 9 N on | 0.9m |
| 12 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 9 N on | 0.6m |
| 1 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 6 N on | 0.2m |
| 2 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 5 NW cross | -0.1m |
| 3 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 4 NNW on | -0.3m |
| 4 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 1 NW cross | -0.3m |
| 5 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 3 SSW off | -0.2m |
| 6 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 0 SSW off | 0.1m |
| 7 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 0 S off | 0.4m |
| 8 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 1 ESE cross | 0.7m |
| 9 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 1 SE cross | 0.9m |
| 10 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 2 SE cross | 1.0m |
| 11 PM | 0.7m | 0.7m NE | 5s | 2 SE cross | 1.0m |
About Alor - Kalabahi Reefs
The reefs around Kalabahi on Alor deliver powerful, raw waves in one of Indonesia's most remote and least-visited surf zones. Expect fast, hollow reef breaks that demand respect and experience to read correctly. The seafloor is unforgiving and lineups can be unpredictable, so solid big-wave awareness is a must. The isolation is part of the reward — on a good swell you may have world-class waves entirely to yourself.
Local knowledge
Shallow, razor-sharp coral reef is the primary danger — wipeouts on the reef can cause serious lacerations, and sea urchins lurk in the cracks at low tide. Strong, unpredictable rip currents run along the reef edges and can make exit tricky, especially on a rising swell. Boat traffic from fishing vessels and inter-island ferries operating in and around Kalabahi Bay adds an extra hazard to keep in mind during your paddle-out.
Kalabahi is reached by a short flight from Kupang (Timor) or a longer ferry from Larantuka (Flores) — there is no surf infrastructure here, so come fully self-sufficient. Hire a local fishing boat (jukung) from Kalabahi's small waterfront to reach the outer reef breaks; the captain's local knowledge is invaluable for reading which reef is firing and for safe drop-off and pick-up. Entry and exit are boat-dependent — do not attempt to swim back to shore through unfamiliar reef passages alone.
Pack a versatile quiver: a performance shortboard (6'2"–6'6") for the punchy, hollow everyday reef, plus a step-up (6'8"–7'2") with extra volume for when solid south or southwest swell pushes through. Leave the fish and longboard at home — this wave rewards drive, hold, and rail-to-rail control over anything loose.
mellow — relaxed vibe.
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Alor - Kalabahi Reefs vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alor - Kalabahi Reefs this spot | 0.8m | 0.8m 5s | 2 off | Fair |
| Alor - Mali Beach Best now 2 km away | 0.6m | 0.5m 14s | 2 on | Good |
| 209 km away | 1.4m | 0.9m 9s | 17 cross | Fair |
| 216 km away | 1.4m | 0.9m 9s | 11 off | Fair |
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Surfing in Timor
Full Timor surf guide →Timor sits at the far southeastern end of the Indonesian archipelago, in the province of Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT), sharing the island with the independent nation of Timor-Leste. For surfers, it's the gritty, frontier alternative to Bali's polish — a place where you trade comfort and crowds for empty line-ups, raw landscapes and genuine exploration.
✈️Getting there
The gateway is Kupang's El Tari Airport (KOE), with regular domestic flights from Bali (Denpasar) — around 1.5 hours — and connections via Jakarta, Surabaya and Labuan Bajo. Some smaller carriers link Kupang to the outer islands.
🛵Getting around
On Timor itself, scooter and motorbike rental is the most flexible way to reach spots like Tablolong, Oetune and Kolbano — though Kolbano is a serious drive (several hours east of Kupang). Cars with a driver are widely available in Kupang and worth it for longer hauls or if you're hauling boards and gear.
🌤️Climate & season
Timor has one of the most pronounced dry seasons in Indonesia, sitting in a rain-shadowed, savanna-like corner of NTT. The dry season runs roughly May to October — and this is also prime surf time, when consistent southeast trade winds groom the swells and rainfall is minimal.