Our surfing charters around Maluku islands will bring you to the remotest world-class surf breaks in Indonesia. This is the ultimate chance to discover the virgin waves of the north Indonesian Pacific Ocean. The cruise around Morotai in the Moluccas for a true surfing adventure around remote islands. Around 600 islands offer massive potential for countless surf breaks. Besides, they provide a feast of beautiful bays, rugged coastlines, and serene tropical solitude. Spectacular volcanoes, lush green jungle, and crystal clear waters invite you to embark on our surf charter cruise. Enjoy private surf breaks, away from the often crowded waves of Bali or Lombok. Cruise the islands of north Maluku with the luxury and comfort of a private yacht charter.
The northern Maluku islands are scattered on the northeastern edge of Indonesia between Sulawesi and Papua. They face the open sea of the Pacific Ocean. Thus, the monsoon season provides consistent surf from November until March. Additionally, September and October may even grant us with some typhoon swells generated up north in the Philippines. Nevertheless, winds are generally light and you can expect glassy days during this time.
Cruising along these beautiful shorelines with a private surf charter, you will encounter a great variety of perfect waves. Our local crew will know the best bays to hit in any conditions. Your surf cruise in Indonesia will usually start and finish on Tobelo Island. The easiest way is to fly from Bali or Jakarta to the airport of Kao Tobelo city – we are happy to help arrange your flights.
Serenade: Left-hander that wraps around the reef. Make the ledgy take-off and tuck into the fast barrel before you smoothly roundhouse the second section.
Sidewalk: Mellow small day option for easy, but long rides. A great option for longboarders, too.
Indo Jiwa: Epic right-hander with hollow walls and a fast outside section. Access by land is very hard, so expect to be alone with your mates.
The trip starts in the heart of Raja Ampat (Waisai) and as it’s the epicenter of marine biodiversity in the world. It is a perfect location to wash off the travel right off the bat to set the tone. The first stop and initial heading of the trip will be determined by swell forecast. Either it entails an overnight trip to get to a place that holds 4 different waves in close proximity with levels from gentle rides to slabby barrels. The other route would start with snorkeling and diving for the first day or two before getting to an area with wave selection.
Mid-trip, the variety of spots hold both waves and stunning exploring with not only diving/snorkeling but hikes/climbs, cliff jumps, authentic Papuan village experiences and an endless opportunity of finding new locations. The Pacific Ocean pulses swell in a shorter period with quickly changing conditions and knowing where to be at what time is essential. It is not your average surf trip, with ticking boxes, but it’s a true last frontier trip. Time to put your explorer’s hat on! Lineups will be empty, except for the odd local kid on a piece of wood.
Morotai surfing trips bring you to the last surfing frontier in Indonesia and offer you a very different experience compared to Bali and many other surfing destinations. The main islands of Halmahera and Morotai offer plenty of known waves and the opportunity to explore and find new ones. Surfing trips are not exclusively about surfing but offer a chance to explore one of the remotest regions of the world, and you can spend your time fishing, making beach BBQs, or visiting local villages.
The best surfing season around Maluku and Morotai is from November to March during the South Pacific cyclone seasons. In this time, wind is often mild and the surf solid.
Our surfing charters around Maluku Islands will bring you to the remotest world-class surf breaks in Indonesia. This is the ultimate chance to discover the virgin waves of the north Indonesian Pacific Ocean. The cruise around Morotai in the Malukas makes for a true surfing adventure around remote islands. Around 600 islands offer massive potential for countless surf breaks. Besides, they provide a feast of beautiful bays, rugged coastlines, and serene tropical solitude. Spectacular volcanoes, lush green jungle, and crystal clear waters invite you to embark on our surf charter cruise. Enjoy private surf breaks, away from the often crowded waves of Bali or Lombok. Cruise the islands of North Maluku with the privacy and comfort of a traditional pinisi yacht.
Barefoot Yachts Indonesia is an established expert for personalized private voyages throughout Indonesia since 2016.
