by ferncolab | Sep 24, 2025 | Mentawai, Surf
October marks the shift from peak dry season into the shoulder months. For surfers, this means two things: Fewer crowds in the lineups compared to July–September. Still plenty of quality swells rolling in from the Indian Ocean. It’s a month where you might trade a...
by ferncolab | Sep 24, 2025 | Surf, Surf Spots
August sits at the heart of the dry season and the middle of the surf season, making it one of the most reliable months to surf the Mentawai Islands. Think long days of sunshine, minimal rainfall, and an almost clockwork consistency of Indian Ocean swells. With...
by ferncolab | Aug 16, 2025 | Deals & Promotions, Surf
If you’re looking to score world-class waves without the peak-season crowds, September is one of the best months to visit the Mentawai Islands. It’s the sweet spot where powerful Indian Ocean swells are still pumping, but the vibe is calmer, with more space in the...
by ferncolab | Mar 26, 2025 | Surf, Surf Spots
With more perfect waves per square mile than anywhere else on Earth, the Mentawai Islands are the crown jewel of surf travel. But with over 70 islands and dozens of surf breaks scattered across the archipelago, it can be hard to keep track of them all — or even know...
by Villa Onu | Apr 25, 2024 | Surf, Surf Spots
Surfing Hollow Trees, Mentawai is a dream come true for almost all surfers. The thrill of riding one of the world’s most consistent right-hand barrels at this Indonesian gem is unlike anything else, making it a top destination for surfers seeking that barrel of...
by Villa Onu | Oct 1, 2023 | Surf
Tag along for a POV session with Koa Smith who arrived at Villa Onu perfectly in time for the biggest swell of the season so far at Hollow Trees. For sure, when it gets like this, this wave isn’t for everyone, but for Koa it’s another day in the office....
