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Northern Rights

3.3 — based on 11 community signals
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Northern Rights is a year-round Indonesian surf break in Teluk Nangabor, with consistent swells and a growing video community.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
2.4 kn
Olas
0.58 m
Agua
27.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (20%)
Now: NW (305°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.65m

Hoy: Alta 02:00 (+0.94m), Baja 09:00 (-0.24m)

+1.1 m0 m-0.5 m
▲ 02:00 · +0.94m ▼ 09:00 · -0.24m ▲ 15:00 · +0.26m ▼ 19:00 · +0.1m Ahora +0.9m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV9 · very high Aire PM2.510 · good 06:04 18:09
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 4.5 0.64 9 1mm
09-20 6.5 0.7 9 0mm
09-21 5.7 0.78 9 0mm
09-22 8.3 0.72 9 0mm
09-23 5.9 0.74 9 0mm
09-24 6.4 0.74 9 1mm
09-25 2.5 0.66 9 0mm

About this spot

Northern Rights sits in Teluk Nangabor on Indonesia's coast, a break that works across all seasons. The spot attracts surfers looking for consistent conditions and uncrowded lineups typical of Indonesia's less-trafficked regions. Local knowledge and video documentation from the community show this is a genuine working break rather than a map artifact. The bight location means protection from certain swells while funneling others, creating the kind of nuanced wave behavior that rewards multiple visits. Year-round ridability means you can chase the spot whenever your schedule allows—no seasonal gatekeeping. Access requires patience with local conditions and standard Indonesia logistics, but rewards come in the form of fewer crowds than mainland hotspots. Three community videos document the break and its character. This kind of grassroots coverage signals an active local scene without manufactured hype. Northern Rights fits the profile of an emerging destination: real waves, real surfers, real conditions—just not yet on every travel itinerary.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Indonesia: 323 sitios, mantas y microfauna

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🏄 Surfboard or rental confirmation
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 48%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 13180km · ~3031kg · €55

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 54/100
  • Visado: Visado a la llegada · 30 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 12h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 12h este · 8 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to surf Northern Rights?

Northern Rights works year-round, so timing depends on your schedule rather than seasonal windows. Consistent conditions across all months mean you can plan around your availability.

What's the difficulty level and wave size?

Specific difficulty and wave-height data aren't published for this break. Check the community videos for current conditions and wave characteristics before your trip.

What marine life and ecosystems are here?

One species observation has been recorded at the spot. Indonesia's Teluk Nangabor region hosts typical tropical marine fauna, but specific details for this break are limited—research local biodiversity before visiting.

How do I access Northern Rights and what permits do I need?

Northern Rights is not inside a Marine Protected Area, simplifying access. Standard Indonesia travel logistics apply—passport, visa, local transport. Check current conditions and local community resources before heading out.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Mocean Diving Centre

0.3 km
Centro de buceo

Sumbawa Adventure Scuba Diving

2.9 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

North Sumatra - One of the Best Right-hander?- RAWFILES - 16/OCTOBER/2023

Surf Raw Files
💬 3 top comments
  • If you like to surf this wave, i highly recommendI INDOSURFCREW, as they are organizing trips to this wave! www.indosurfcrew.com/surf-coaching-retreats/

    @SurfRawFiles · 👍 0
  • Definitely one of the best, if not THE best. This is a relatively melow day out there. It can get truly impressive on the right swell and conditions.

    @sumatran · 👍 1
  • For me, a sixty seven year old surfer this is a perfect size wave in a beautiful location!

    @joemeeker5211 · 👍 0

Nias - Indonesia - Surf Guide

Surf Raw Files
💬 3 top comments
  • Thanks for exploring my place Brother, Please come back

    @anjai8588 · 👍 1
  • 😍

    @vezzt8936 · 👍 0
  • I love Nias Hometown Nias is always The Best

    @alexjhonson2291 · 👍 1

West Swell at Nusa Tenggara Timur - RAWFILES - 20/MARCH/2023 4k

Surf Raw Files
💬 3 top comments
  • If you like to surf this wave, i highly recommendI INDOSURFCREW, as they are organizing trips to this wave! www.indosurfcrew.com/surf-coaching-retreats/

    @SurfRawFiles · 👍 0
  • Looks like their on the shoulder for sure , totally make able deeper ..

    @BillNobcheese · 👍 1
  • Tunnel vision

    @cheriepie5645 · 👍 1
wind peaks Aug-Oct-Sep, calmest Jun-May-Apr, dry May-Oct.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)

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