Surfing at Macaronis, Mentawais, Indonesia
Mentawais, Indonesia·Reef break

Surf Lessons in Macaronis

Macaronis offers expert-level spot — powerful waves and strong currents. Whether you're looking to push your limits or refine your technique, local instructors can help you get the most out of every session.

Today's Conditions

Full forecast
Waves

Knee to waist-high

13s period

Wind

9 kph

NNW

Water Temp

30°C

Warm — boardshorts OK

Surf Rating

10.0/10

Great day to surf

Surfing at Macaronis

We don't have instructors listed at Macaronis yet, but this spot is worth knowing about. This is a more advanced spot — make sure you have experience before paddling out here.

Best tide

low, mid

Best wind

North, Northeast

Best swell

South, Southwest, West

About surfing in Macaronis

Macaronis is a reef break located in Mentawais, Indonesia. This is a spot that rewards experience. The waves can be powerful, so it's best suited for surfers who are comfortable in bigger conditions.

Macaronis is a world-class, expert-level reef break in Mentawais, Indonesia, reserved for highly skilled surfers. This break produces massive, powerful waves with heavy barrels and serious consequences. Only for surfers with proven big-wave or heavy-water experience. Needs solid South and Southwest swells and North/Northeast offshore winds to fire. Know the spot before paddling out.

What to bring

The water is warm here — boardshorts or a rashguard are usually enough. Most instructors provide the board and everything you need.

Know before you go — Macaronis

Here's what you should know about surfing at Macaronis — conditions, timing, and practical stuff.

The waves

Macaronis is a reef break. These waves have some power to them. You should be comfortable paddling through sets before surfing here.

Best conditions

  • Tide: low, mid
  • Wind: North, Northeast
  • Swell: South, Southwest, West
See today's forecast

When to go

Macaronis has surfable waves most of the year. Check the forecast to pick the best day for your visit. Right now the water is warm at 30°C.

Ready to try Macaronis?

Whether you're a complete beginner or want to improve your technique, a local instructor makes all the difference.

Looking for surf lessons in Macaronis, Mentawais, Indonesia? Surfer Worldwide helps you find local instructors who know this spot inside out. Mentawais is a popular surf destination with consistent waves and a welcoming surf community. Check live conditions, compare instructors, and discover what to do in the area.

¿Buscas clases de surf en Macaronis, Mentawais, Indonesia? En Surfer Worldwide puedes encontrar instructores locales certificados que conocen este spot mejor que nadie. Mentawais es un destino popular para surfear con olas consistentes y una comunidad de surfistas acogedora. Consulta las condiciones en vivo, compara instructores y descubre qué hacer en la zona.