Fishing Spots ＞ Sumatra
1 captains listed · casting available · sea category. A spot in Nias (Asu/Hinako) (Sumatra) targeting GT/Wahoo/Spanish mackerel. Check the tide, captains and recent catches, then contact them directly via public social accounts. Access, climate and lodging are in the details below.
Book / contact the captain directly @goniastour ›The gateway is Binaka Airport (GNS, Gunungsitoli) in northern Nias Island. From Medan (KNO), it is about 50 minutes by domestic flight on Wings Air (Lion Group), operating almost daily. From Japan, the common route is to reach Medan via Jakarta (CGK) or Kuala Lumpur (KUL). After arriving at GNS, to reach Asu Island/the Hinako Islands you cross Nias Island by car to Sirombu Port and take a boat across. To the southern Nias surf bases Sorake/Lagundri, you head south by car.
| From | Route | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medan (KNO) | Wings Air domestic flight | About 50 minutes | Operates almost daily. Arrives at GNS (Binaka Airport) |
| Jakarta (CGK)/Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Transfer at Medan (KNO) | From Japan, entering GNS via Medan is the standard | |
| Binaka Airport (GNS) | Cross Nias Island by car → Sirombu Port → boat | About 2 to 2.5 hours by car + about 30 minutes by boat | To Asu Island/the Hinako Islands (Hinakos). A dedicated speedboat arranged by the resort, or a bus/taxi + boat |
| Sibolga | Ferry | There is a ferry route to Nias from the port on the Sumatra mainland side |
Coordinates: 1.05, 97.4（Open in Google Maps）
GT/Wahoo/Spanish mackerel
GT (giant trevally) fishing can be enjoyed almost year-round, as fish gather in the shallows, drop-offs, and strong currents of the Hinako Islands, where you can target GT, narrow-barred Spanish mackerel, wahoo, tuna, and mahi-mahi. The most stable period for access and sea conditions is the dry period of roughly April-October, which is also the best surf season when good ground swell enters the Indian Ocean. February-March, when the sea is calm, also makes boat travel easy. As a world-class surf spot, the best season is likewise April-October (resorts may close during the low season).
○ in season: Feb–Oct
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Around Asu Island, part of the Hinako Islands off the west coast of Nias in North Sumatra. Facing the Indian Ocean, the fast current on the Asu side draws game fish in. Beyond popping for GT, wahoo, Spanish mackerel, mahimahi, and yellowfin migrate through, with ruby snapper and big grouper in the depths. Access is mainly by surf-charter boats out of Lagundri Bay, with a strong wilderness feel and little development.
Full how-to & tackle on each species page：GT Wahoo Spanish mackerel
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Nias Island has a hot and humid tropical climate with no clearly defined dry season, and it rains throughout the year. Daytime highs are 27-31°C and nighttime lows are 22-24°C, with little annual variation in temperature. The sea is relatively calm with less rain around February-March, and June is also relatively dry. October-November is the rainiest. Because it is summer year-round, light clothing (T-shirt and shorts) is fine all year, but sun and squall protection is needed.
| Month | Avg ℃ | High ℃ | Low ℃ | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 22 | Short sleeves and shorts. Rain gear for squalls | ||
| 30 | 22 | Short sleeves and shorts. A relatively dry period | ||
| 30 | 23 | Short sleeves and shorts. The sea is calm | ||
| 30 | 24 | Short sleeves and shorts. Sun protection | ||
| 29 | 23 | Short sleeves and shorts. Rain gear | ||
| 28 | 22 | Short sleeves and shorts. Relatively little rain | ||
| 27 | 22 | Short sleeves and shorts. The coolest time of the year | ||
| 28 | 22 | Short sleeves and shorts. Sun protection | ||
| 29 | 22 | Short sleeves and shorts. Rain gear | ||
| 30 | 23 | Short sleeves and shorts. Much rain, rain gear essential | ||
| 31 | 23 | Short sleeves and shorts. The hottest and rainiest time of the year | ||
| 30 | 22 | Short sleeves and shorts. Rain gear |
| Class | Property | Price (approx) | Highlights | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-end | Puri Asu Resort（プリ・アス・リゾート / Asu島） | Surfers about US$200/night, ocean-view private room US$280/night, companions/children (ages 7-14) US$100/night | Right in front of Asu Island's world-class left break "Asu." Private rooms and bungalows with air conditioning, hot showers, and western-style toilets, for up to 15 surfers + 6 non-surfers. Three meals and transfers included | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| High-end | KabuNohi Sorake Resort（カブノヒ・ソラケ / 南ニアス Sorake-Lagundri） | From about US$61/night (about IDR1,008,000) | A boutique-style surf resort within walking distance of the right point break in Sorake Bay. Restaurant on site | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| High-end | Asu Surf Camp / Asu Camp（Asu島・Hinako諸島） | Private room (queen bed) 11 days/10 nights from US$4,500/person (about US$450/night) | A surf camp on Asu Island. Premium price range, operated as a package with three meals and transfers included | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Standard | Sozinhos Surf Lodge（ソジーニョス / Asu島・Hinako諸島） | About US$130/night normally for a 10-night package, about US$85/night at a high-season special rate for groups of 4, etc. | A small lodge looking directly down on the break "Asu." 2 guest rooms + 2 bungalows for up to 8 people. Three meals and transfers included | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Standard | Grace Wave Resort（グレースウェーブ / 南ニアス Lagundri-Sorake） | — | A resort along Sorake/Lagundri Bay. Has a restaurant, bar, garden, and terrace; well rated for the owner's warm welcome | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Standard | Soliga Hotel Resort & Convention（ソリガ・ホテル / Gunungsitoli） | — | Jl. Diponegoro No.432, Gunungsitoli. Sea view/garden view, restaurant, garden, terrace, free WiFi, breakfast 07:00-10:00 | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Budget | Jamburae Lodge（ジャンブラエ・ロッジ / 南ニアス The Point前） | — | A family-run surf lodge. Right in front of the point break, clean rooms with breakfast included, with a private jetty | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Budget | Raffiel Nias（ラフィエル・ニアス / 南ニアス Sorake） | Monthly and long-stay discounts available (surf & stay packages) | An affordable surf hotel very close to Lagundri Bay. Offers monthly rates and long-stay discounts | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Budget | Wisma Soliga（ウィスマ・ソリガ / Gunungsitoli・ニアス遺産博物館内） | — | On the grounds of the Nias Heritage Museum, you can stay in authentic traditional houses 'Omo Hada' (4 buildings relocated from various areas). With bath, fan, and TV (one building has air conditioning); private beach, cafe, and garden. Tel +62 639 21815 | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Name | Cuisine | Budget | Highlights | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum Nias Café（ニアス博物館カフェ / Gunungsitoli） | Indonesian/European cuisine, cafe | — | Within the Nias Heritage Museum, quiet and close to the center. Has grown into a full-service restaurant, good for lunch | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Grand Kartika（グランド・カルティカ / Sambo, Gunungsitoli） | Seafood, various cuisines | — | A beachfront atmosphere. Seafood dishes are the specialty, with a varied menu | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Lasara Point（ラサラ・ポイント / Jl. Karet No.58, Gunungsitoli） | Indonesian cuisine, cafe | — | An extensive menu including fried noodles (mie goreng) and urban-style modern drinks | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Pondok Malta（ポンドック・マルタ / Gunungsitoli北部） | Seafood | — | On the north side of town, a simple but pleasant seafood restaurant with a good sea view | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Ikan Bakar Putri（イカン・バカール・プトリ / Jl. Sirao No.83, Saombo, Gunungsitoli） | Grilled fish, seafood | — | A grilled-fish restaurant facing the sea at the old port (Pelabuhan Lama) | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Rapi Seafood / Rani Seafood（ラピ／ラニ・シーフード / Gunungsitoli中心部・橋付近） | Seafood | — | Simple in appearance but serves fresh and delicious seafood | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Restoran Kaliki（レストラン・カリキ / Gunungsitoli） | Indonesian cuisine, cafe | — | Popular with young people. A varied menu including fresh fish cooked with spices, fried potatoes, and chicken | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
Nearby spots easy to combine into one trip (straight-line distance). See the map above for locations.