Explore: Lahewa (Nias)
General Info
This island is part of North Sumatra province. The area consists of 131 islands and Nias Island is the biggest. It is an internationally famous surfing destination with the best-known surfing area being Sorake Bay, close to the town of Teluk Dalam, on the southern tip.
Lahewa is a very protected harbour on the NW tip of the island. This is a very poor town, stricken by quakes and tsunamis over the years.
Position: 01° 24’52″N, 097° 10’38″E
Docking
Entering via the northwest entrance stay close to the shore to the east as you first enter the reef. Rocks are visible off the point on the western side of the outer entrance. The channel then curves to the east and deepens. Lahewa bay then opens to the south. Anchor in mud in approx. 18m.
Yusuf is reported to be a very helpful contact here. The Harbour Master can help with fuel for a fee.
Markets produce is limited as are restaurants.
Other harbours on Nias are exposed and fuel may be more difficult to obtain.
Last updated: April 2013.
