Overview
Silabok Island is a mellow left-hander tucked behind the tip of Sipura and home to the Aloita Resort. It offers a welcome breather from the size and speed of neighbouring reefs like Iceland and Telescopes. The manageable lefts run over live coral along the north coast at Muka Ikan (Fish Face) and Tikus (Rat), serving up walls, shoulders and the occasional stress-free cover-up.
When It Works
The reef draws swell from south through west, with southwest swell the best match. It works from 0.6 m / 2 ft to 1.8 m / 6 ft. It needs some west in the swell to run about half the size of the more exposed breaks nearby, which is part of what keeps it so approachable.
Wind and Tide
Look for southeast offshore wind. Silabok also stays clean in south winds, which tend to spoil other spots in the area. The reef can work through low, mid and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call.
Local Tips
This is a forgiving wave that suits beginners, improvers and anyone looking to cruise and log some easy time on their feet. Since it is usually only ridden by resort guests, you can count on a quiet lineup.
Access
Silabok sits in the closest part of the Mentawais to the regional capital, Tua Pajet, which has both air and ferry links.
