Nihiwatu Surf Spot, Indonesia

Indonesia

Point breakLeft-handAdvancedApril to October (dry season)

Guide updated September 7, 2026

Quick answer

Where is Nihiwatu?

Nihiwatu is a left-hand point break near Occy's Left in Indonesia. Best season: April to October (dry season). Level: Advanced. GPS: -9.7770, 119.3710.

Nihiwatu (Occy's Left) key facts
Location	Occy's Left, Indonesia
Coordinates	-9.7770, 119.3710
Wave type	Point break
Direction	Left-hand
Wave quality	World-class
Best season	April to October (dry season)
Tide	All tides; best on a pushing tide
Consistency	Very consistent on swell
Skill level	Advanced
Crowds	Experienced crowd — respect the lineup and locals

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About This Break

Sumba's exclusive, flawless left — a mechanical barrel-to-wall wave with a strictly limited lineup. Nihiwatu is an advanced-level left-hand point break near Occy's Left in Indonesia, delivering world-class waves for experienced surfers and confident chargers. It is most consistent from April to October (dry season). All tides; best on a pushing tide. Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully. Want to live minutes from Nihiwatu?

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Local Knowledge

Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully.

Nihiwatu (Occy's Left): Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Nihiwatu?

Nihiwatu is a left-hand point break near Occy's Left in Indonesia. Its GPS coordinates are -9.7770, 119.3710.

When is the best time to surf Nihiwatu?

The best season to surf Nihiwatu is April to October (dry season). Tide: all tides; best on a pushing tide. Consistency: very consistent on swell.

Is Nihiwatu good for beginners?

No. Nihiwatu is rated Advanced — a left-hand point break for experienced surfers only. Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully.