Fishing Spots ＞ Lesser Sunda (Bali+)
Billfish/Tuna/Wahoo/Dogtooth tuna/GT
1 captains listed · sea category. A spot in Rote / Nemberala (Lesser Sunda (Bali+)) targeting Billfish/Tuna/Wahoo/Dogtooth tuna/GT. 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 @rotetrip ›The gateway is Kupang (KOE) on Timor Island. From Kupang, cross to Rote Island by ferry or small aircraft, then drive to Nemberala. Surf lodges typically arrange transfers from the port or airport.
| From | Route | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kupang (KOE / Timor Island) | Express Bahari high-speed ferry (catamaran). Departs Kupang's Helong Port daily at 09:00, arriving at Ba'a Port. | About 2 hours | Fare 165,000-230,000 IDR (depending on class). Board by 08:00. Surfboard 30,000 IDR per bag. |
| Kupang (KOE / Timor Island) | Wings Air small aircraft (IW1937) to Rote Airport | About 30 minutes | Fare from about 65 USD. Surfboard 1,000,000 IDR per board (max 200 cm). Delays of 2-5 hours and last-minute cancellations occur. |
| Ba'a Port | Car (pre-arranged transfer) to Nemberala | About 1-2 hours | Since October 2024 ferries arrive at Ba'a Port, shortening the trip. A lodge transfer is recommended. |
| Rote Airport | Car (transfer) to Nemberala | About 45-60 minutes | Arranging a transfer through your lodge is the usual approach. |
Coordinates: -10.85, 122.8（Open in Google Maps）
Billfish/Tuna/Wahoo/Dogtooth tuna/GT
The best surf season is the dry season, April-September (peak May-October). During this period the east-to-southeast trade winds blow offshore and south-to-southwest swells come in, making prime spots like T-Land work. Fishing (GT, inshore/surf) is most accessible in the calm seas of the dry season.
◎ peak: May–Sep · ○ in season: Apr–Oct
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Based at Nemberala on Rote Island, NTT. Every spot is within 45 minutes of the resort, targeting dogtooth, yellowfin, wahoo, and Spanish mackerel on Rapala-style minnows, skirts, and jigs in 60-200 feet. The dry season of Apr-Oct is the main window, with blue and black marlin and sailfish migrating through in Oct-Nov. Dog Tooth Alley and 8 Mile Reef are the prime spots.
Full how-to & tackle on each species page：Billfish Tuna Wahoo Dogtooth tuna
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Rote Island has Indonesia's southernmost dry savanna climate (NTT). It is hot year-round but with little rainfall; the dry season runs roughly April-October. The dry season is the surf season, while the rainy season (December-March) brings mainly brief showers.
| Month | Avg ℃ | High ℃ | Low ℃ | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 31 | 23 | Summer clothes; light rain gear for the rainy season | |
| 27 | 31 | 23 | Summer clothes; light rain gear for the rainy season | |
| 27 | 32 | 23 | Summer clothes; light rain gear | |
| 27 | 32 | 22 | Summer clothes; sun protection | |
| 27 | 31 | 22 | Summer clothes; sun protection | |
| 26 | 30 | 22 | Summer clothes; a light layer for mornings and evenings | |
| 25 | 30 | 21 | Summer clothes; a light layer for mornings and evenings | |
| 25 | 31 | 20 | Summer clothes; a light layer for mornings and evenings | |
| 26 | 32 | 21 | Summer clothes; sun protection | |
| 28 | 33 | 22 | Summer clothes; strong sun protection | |
| 28 | 34 | 23 | Summer clothes; strong sun protection | |
| 28 | 32 | 24 | Summer clothes; light rain gear as the rainy season begins |
| Class | Property | Price (approx) | Highlights | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-end | Nemberala Beach Resort | — | A surf-focused resort facing T-Land (the Nemberala left reef). Air-conditioned bungalows, pool, jacuzzi and bar, with packages including four meals a day and surf transfers. Airport/ferry transfer is $30 each way. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| High-end | Rote Island Lodge | — | On a hilltop in Tunggoen village, located between T-Land and Boa. Infinity pool with ocean views. An oceanfront lodge and private villas serving local dishes and fresh seafood. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Standard | Anugerah Surf & Dive Resort | — | For surfing and diving in Nemberala. Outdoor pool, garden and private beach. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included per night. A go-to lodge praised for its balance of price and comfort. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Standard | Rote Surf Resort (Lualemba Bungalows) | About $52-104/night | A bungalow-style surf resort in Nemberala (formerly Lualemba Bungalows). Breakfast included, with one daily boat trip to local Nemberala spots included free. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Budget | Tirosa Homestay | — | A budget homestay in the Nemberala area. A simple lodging often cited as a cheaper option than Anugerah. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Budget | Villa Santai (T-Land Surfers Accommodation) | — | Surfer accommodation at Nemberala Beach. Bungalow and lodge style. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Name | Cuisine | Budget | Highlights | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rote Island Lodge レストラン | Indonesian cuisine / seafood | — | Attached to the hilltop lodge. Serves fresh seafood and Indonesian dishes in island style. Breakfast daily; lunch and dinner on request. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
| Nemberala Beach Resort レストラン&バー | Indonesian / Western cuisine | — | The resort's restaurant, bar and lounge. Offers Indonesian and Western menus on a daily rotation, with themed dinners such as seafood night. | Google reviewsTripAdvisor |
Nearby spots easy to combine into one trip (straight-line distance). See the map above for locations.