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Padangnegeri, Krui, Indonesia

The Peak - Krui

-5.239, 103.910
Edited by Tom Jackson
Verified May 2026
Cross-referencedCross-checked against Stormrider
At a glance
  • The Peak - Krui is a a-frame over reef, short wedgy reef a-frame with hollow right and mellow left.
  • Intermediate to advanced ability, working 4-10 ft.
  • Peak April to November.
A-frame · ReefIntermediate → Advanced4–10 ftApr – Nov

A wedgy A-frame reef break that splits into two completely different waves off the Krui coast in Lampung, The Peak is one of the more versatile setups in the region. The right demands serious commitment: backdoor the wedging take-off, hold a tight line, and exit with the spit or get worked by a shallow reef. The left is a more forgiving shoulder that eases into a deeper channel once you've made the drop, ideal for surfers still building their barrel game. SE trades blow offshore onto a NW-facing reef, meaning conditions align well through the April to November dry season window. S swell feeds the left, while the right needs a heavy W component to show its teeth. Bottom: submerged reef. Season: April to November. Consistency: medium. Choose your direction before paddling out, because mistaking the right for a warm-up wave is a fast way to get caught inside on dry reef.

Wave fit

Skill suited
Intermediate → Advanced
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Best months
Apr – Nov
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Character
Short wedgy reef A-frame with hollow right and mellow left.

Conditions

When it works
NESW
Swell window
S
S - W
Offshore wind
SE
South easterly
Optimum tide
All tides
Size range
4-10ft
Medium
Hazards
No concerns
Trip planning

Quick facts

Wetsuit
Boardies
What to bring
  • Shortboard 6ft to 6ft 4in for the right
  • Step-up 6ft 6in to 7ft for 8-10ft days
  • Fish or mid-length for the mellow left on smaller days
Lineup
Easy-going
Where it sits

Location

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About this break

What it's actually like

Crowd & Localism

A string of surf resorts sits directly in front of The Peak, which means boat traffic and consistent resort crowds throughout the season. It is sometimes crowded, particularly when swell is pumping. Choose your peak deliberately, paddling into the mellow left when the right is stacked with experienced surfers hunting the barrel.

Access & Facilities

No facilities at the break itself. Free parking nearby. The resort strip along this stretch provides accommodation, food, and board storage options within easy reach. No pollution or hazard concerns noted beyond the reef itself, which is sharp dead coral.

Nearby Alternatives

When The Peak is flat or blown out, Ujung Bocur to the south is the main regional drawcard and handles a wider swell range. Krui Left and Krui Right offer distinct options depending on swell angle. Mandiri beachbreak is worth checking on small, clean mornings when the reefs are too sloppy.

10-day swell, wind and tide

The Peak - Krui surf forecast

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Frequently asked

What you need to know before paddling out at The Peak - Krui

What skill level is The Peak - Krui suited for?
The Peak - Krui is a reef bottom, short wedgy reef a-frame with hollow right and mellow left, break suited for intermediate through advanced surfers.
What size does The Peak - Krui work best at?
Working size is 4 to 10 ft. Below 4 ft the swell goes flat. Above 10 ft it gets heavy and the lineup thins out.
When is the best season to surf The Peak - Krui?
The Peak - Krui fires from April through November. Outside that window the swell window narrows and the lineup goes quiet.
What swell direction does The Peak - Krui need?
The Peak - Krui switches on with a s - w groundswell. Offshore winds blow from the south easterly.
What are the main hazards at The Peak - Krui?
Main hazards at The Peak - Krui: no concerns. Reef booties are common kit.
What type of wave is The Peak - Krui?
The Peak - Krui is a a-frame-breaking wave over reef. Short wedgy reef A-frame with hollow right and mellow left.
Where can I stay near The Peak - Krui?
8 camps sit within easy reach. The closest is Krui Surfing, 3.0 km from the lineup.

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