High 5 Lahar

High 5 Lahar is a powerful, hollow rivermouth break at the mouth of the Macolcol River, where volcanic lahar deposits shape the sandy sandbars. The wave is described as a regional classic, offering both lefts and rights whose character depends on shifting sandbar configuration. The spot works from well under 1 meter and can hold up to around 3 meters or more. Typical rides are about 50 to 150 meters, and the break is reported as exposed, with conditions changing quickly due to strong currents and the ongoing movement of the rivermouth sandbars. Seasonally, the best surfing period aligns with the Southwest Monsoon, particularly from June through October. Afternoon sea-breeze influence can reinforce the monsoon flow in the regional pattern, which may support workable wind conditions during the core months. Safety is a major consideration: expect strong rivermouth currents, river debris, shifting sandbars, and submerged rocks, with remote access often requiring a 4x4 or a long trek through lahar fields. Sandbars can shift significantly after heavy rains or typhoons, and guidance from local knowledge is recommended because the rivermouth changes over time.