Jackals (Teupah Barat)

Jackals (also called the original name Jackals/The Peak) is an exposed reef break on the southwest coast of Simeulue Island, known for very reliable surf and world-class quality. The break is described as a split-peak reef that offers both lefts and rights, with powerful, hollow characteristics—particularly noted for strong right-hand waves and longer left rides from a similar takeoff area. Conditions are primarily reef-driven and performance depends on tide and swell. Sources describe the wave as starting to work around roughly 1.0–1.5 m and holding into the 2.5 m+ range, with better hollow sections often at lower tide and longer, rippable lefts more common from mid-to-high tide. It’s also described as working across all tides, with guidance that the wave particularly suits a rising mid-tide. Wind and timing: spot-level descriptions highlight east to northeast winds that tend to groom the face (offshore to cross-shore) for cleaner, hollow barrel sections. The dry season is commonly cited as the best period for surf quality and offshore wind favorability, with May through October repeatedly identified as the optimal window. Although wind can be light and localized due to the broader island weather pattern, overall wind behavior is characterized as very consistent for the spot. Safety at Jackals is the central consideration. The inside reef is live and described as highly unforgiving; once swell builds to larger sizes (~6 ft+), it can break boards and injure riders. Expect sharp rocks and shallow reef sections, possible rip currents, and a remote environment where lifeguard presence is none. Bring protective equipment (at minimum reef-safe footwear and a leash; many sources also recommend helmet/impact protection), and consider planning for basic medical readiness given the distance to Sinabang.