Tropical Lagoon (West Sumbawa)
Also known as: Sekongkang, Yoyo's, Tropical
Empty reef bays, jungle backdrop
Wind & season
Wind, water and season at this West Nusa Tenggara, West Sumbawa, Indonesia spot - what to expect and when to come.
Apr to November
SE side-shore trade, 12-24 kn
Good in dry season
May to September (dry)
High; ride mid to high tide only
Offshore at west-coast breaks; low-tide shutdown
The water
Flat inside 8km x 200m lagoon; wave over reef
Shallow lagoon; dries at low tide
27-29 C
Boardshorts or shorty
Skill & group fit
Intermediate
3 (moderate)
Small; surf-crossover
Moderate; remote but developing
Getting there & schools
Beach / lagoon launch
Car; surf lodges nearby
Surf lodges (Muara Surf House); limited kite rental Confirm.
Surf houses, warungs (Lisa's Garden)
Surfing (Yoyo's, Scar Reef), beaches
Low; surf-focused
Permits & safety
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Sharp reef, dries at low tide, channel currents
Limited; remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand wind-sport spot report. Coordinates are approximate.