Way Jambu surf break South Sumatra

Tube riding

Way Jambu also known as Sumatran Pipeline is the best quality surf break in the Tanjung Setia area. On it's best days it can produce world class waves with a steep drop into a stand-up barrel. On the many smaller days it's a pretty average wave suitable for intermediate surfers.

Best surfed on a mid to high tide due to the reef which remains consistently nasty no matter what swell size.

  If your goal is to surf this wave make sure your trip coincides with suitable daytime tide heights.

Rating:★★★★
Quality:Excellent with World Class days
Wave Type:Reef
Direction:Left
Best Wind:ENE to ESE
Best Swell:S to SW
Best Tide:Incoming Mid to High
Access:Paddle out
Crowd:15 to 30
Dangers:Shallow sketchy reef, sea urchins

Vibe in the water

The behaviour in the water improves with the size of the swell. On 1.5 mtr days you will find up to 30 intermediate surfers in the lineup and can enjoy the usual snaking and drop-ins. On World Class 3.5mtr+ days the lineup is usually empty.

Mauro Burgos surfing 3 meter wave at Way Jambu Small day surfing Way Jambu Sumatra

Paddling out

North of break where the reef ends.