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

Surf Lessons in Telescopes

Telescopes offers challenging waves — for experienced surfers. 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 Telescopes

We don't have instructors listed at Telescopes 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 Telescopes

Telescopes 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.

Telescopes is an advanced reef break in Mentawais, Indonesia, delivering powerful, demanding surf. Expect fast, hollow waves with critical takeoffs that reward committed surfers. Strong currents and heavy conditions are common. Fires on South and Southwest swells with North/Northeast offshore winds. Experienced wave knowledge and solid fitness are essential.

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 — Telescopes

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

The waves

Telescopes 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

Telescopes 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 Telescopes?

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

Looking for surf lessons in Telescopes, 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 Telescopes, 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.