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Pulau Sumbawa, Sumbawa, Indonesia

Yo-Yos

-8.975, 116.730
Edited by Tom Jackson
Verified May 2026
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At a glance
  • Yo-Yos is a right over reef, punchy hollow reef rights, two peaks.
  • Beginner to advanced ability, working 3-8 ft.
  • Peak May to August, water 26-29°C.
Right · ReefBeginner → Advanced3–8 ftMay – Aug

Two fun rights tucked inside a bay off Sumbawa's southwestern coastline, Yo-Yos is the go-to when Supersuck and Scar Reef are either firing too hard or sitting dead flat. The Wedge throws a wedgy peak off the cliff with a punchy elevator drop and a short hollow wall, while The Hook breaks along a shallow reef toward the middle of the bay, reeling off a perfectly shaped little right that can get genuinely hollow on the right swell. Both peaks work best on incoming tide with SW groundswell in the waist-high to overhead range, and an NE or E wind keeps things glassy. When SE trades kick in they blow both spots out completely. Boat access is standard for this stretch of coast. Bottom: coral reef. Season: May to August. Consistency: very consistent, 150 days per year. Bring a fish or a shortboard and aim for pre-10am sessions before the boat traffic builds.

Wave fit

Skill suited
Beginner → Advanced
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Best months
May – Aug
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Character
Punchy hollow reef rights, two peaks.

Conditions

When it works
Optimum tide
Don't know
Hazards
Turning your back to the ocean.
Trip planning

Quick facts

Water temp
26° to 29°C
Wetsuit
Boardies
What to bring
  • Shortboard 6ft to 6ft 4in for overhead days
  • Fish for waist-to-chest-high conditions
Lineup
Mellow lineup
Where it sits

Location

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About this break

What it's actually like

Crowd & Localism

Crowd levels fluctuate entirely with how many surf charter boats are anchored in the bay. On a quiet week it can be just a handful of surfers. On a busy week the lineup fills fast. No localism pressure to speak of. Locals are welcoming. Shoulder burn is light, but boat drops can stack the peak unpredictably.

Access & Facilities

Boat access is the standard approach for most visitors. A short walk of 5-15 minutes is possible, but the majority of surfers arrive by charter. A surf camp with accommodation sits nearby, reportedly offering good food and clean rooms. Roads to the area from Lombok are reported as solid. Renting a car or bike from Bali or Lombok gives flexibility to check Scar Reef and Supersuck on bigger days.

Nearby Alternatives

When SW groundswell builds past overhead and Yo-Yos gets too chaotic, Scar Reef and Supersuck are within easy reach and designed for exactly that energy. If everything is flat across the bay, patience is the only real option on this stretch.

10-day swell, wind and tide

Yo-Yos surf forecast

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Frequently asked

What you need to know before paddling out at Yo-Yos

What skill level is Yo-Yos suited for?
Yo-Yos is a reef bottom, punchy hollow reef rights, two peaks, break suited for beginner through advanced surfers. Beginners can give it a go on the smaller end of the size range.
What size does Yo-Yos work best at?
Working size is 3 to 8 ft. Below 3 ft the swell goes flat. Above 8 ft it gets heavy and the lineup thins out.
When is the best season to surf Yo-Yos?
Yo-Yos fires from May through August. Outside that window the swell window narrows and the lineup goes quiet.
What swell direction does Yo-Yos need?
Yo-Yos switches on with swells out of the SSW to WSW (202 to 247 degrees).
What are the main hazards at Yo-Yos?
Main hazards at Yo-Yos: Turning your back to the ocean.. Reef booties are common kit.
What type of wave is Yo-Yos?
Yo-Yos is a right-breaking wave over reef. Punchy hollow reef rights, two peaks.
Where can I stay near Yo-Yos?
3 camps sit within easy reach. The closest is Kini Resort, 0.5 km from the lineup.

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