GT's, La-ba, Max's Right and Left have offered some amazing waves over the last 10 day, lots of calls have been made "Best waves I've seen", "That was the surf of my life", "Best barrels I've had" I think I even said a few myself. Basically it has ranged from 4ft - 8ft throughout the island chain, light and variable winds and not much tidal movement, PERFECT conditions. Swell is on the decrease as i write this report but there is still a few epic days in this one and it looks like another boomer behind it. All in all a fantastic October so far and possibly one of the best months of the year.

Well we are getting close to September and the back third of our year and it's been a pretty good one. July was pretty much run of the mill with plenty of rainy,windy,flat days interspersed with big long period swells. August was very similar but perhaps the duration of swell was a little longer. As we enter September we are looking at a VERY active Southern Ocean and it looks as though the start of the month is going to fire. September is always a welcome change after the rain and wind of the peak months so we will keep you posted as it happens.

Hey Guys/Girls,

It's been a while since we have posted a surf report but as you probably know from our Coastalwatch reports it been pretty darn good since the last Surf Report on the 26th of June and in fact we have had about 4 good swells all blessed with perfect winds. The down days have been real down though with rain and strong wind. These conditions are typical for this time of year, swells are larger when they hit compared to the other months but the down days are real down and we have found there are less LONG stretches of swell but when they come they are bell ringers! We have had everywhere pretty much firing in the last couple weeks so check out the pics here and in the latest announcements.

We woke this morning to pouring rain and 20 knot NE winds and a definite rise in swell. by 10 am the clouds started to break and it was off to GTs for some perfect 3-4ft barrels. As i write this report our guests are ripping it up out the front at Maxes Rights, waves in the range of 4-6ft with 2-5 knot off shore winds. Swell is expected to decrease over the next 24 hours then right back up again Sunday threw to Thursday.

Well from our last report on the 17th june it continued to pump in the 6-8ft range all round the island chain for 4 days, very hard to drive away from perfection 100 metres from our beds, we surfed Maxes rights with epic conditions until trip end. news guests scored Laba around the 3-4ft mark and as the swell decreased School Yards and Pinnacles has been lighting up. New SW swell on the charts for friday, it could be better then last week, stay tuned for more updates, it's going to be pumping!!!!!!

Well while it's not confirmed as swell of the year it's certainly pumping and pumping in the front yard. We have surfed a few different spots over the last couple of days and while they have been good best waves in the region have been right on the front doorstep. TK and co from WA have been surfing up a storm and there has been stitches broken boards and lots of smiles. These pics are from today at lunchtime ...enjoy!

It's been a mixed bag for the guests of Trip 11 we had great surf at the start of the trip then things gradually faded off send us to the ER for the last couple days for clean head high fun. The big news is the swell due Monday night is modeling as the biggest of the season to date so we'll keep you posted.

Well it's been a week and the waves are STILL firing! Ando's group have had all the spots going off and will probably hit the wall in a day or two which could be a shame as there is an epic day modeling for Thursday. Winds are light and surf is overhead. Pumping!

Well group 10 are in and away! The suns shining a new swell is running and the left is pumping. ESE wind at the moment so after the great condies at the right out front yesterday (see the shot of the new group arriving in the boat from the airport) guys like Luke Morgan (pictured in a great little pit at the left today) have big smiles and I am guessing Virus is putting extra beer on ice for this arvo.

Well our new swell has come storming in overnight and as group 9 heads out and group comes in the surf is SMOKING! Looks set to hold for a week so expect some great images in the report next few day. Out there!

Well our last swell event has started to ease now but a new one that looks like a cracker is on the way for the weekend. We will keep you posted as it develops. The shot on this page was from last nights epic sunset.

The arvo update.

Driving back in the keyhole from the left out the front was on fire so we have a few going right and a few going left for the afternoon wind is starting to puff from the north so it's rights for afternoon tea.

Wow what a difference a day makes. Bright and sunny this morning and a brand new swell cracking on all the reefs. Out the front is 4-6 foot on the sets and spitting and round at the left it's an aquatic speedway. Lo oks set to hold for a day or so more then back up thurs night. Fingers crossed.

All guests enjoyed solid 3 foot surf at the ER, wind is E -NE at about 5-10 Kts and it looks like a rising swell with the tide.

Death Notice: It is with much regret the staff and management announce the dea th of Mr Trevaley this morning in an unfortunate spear-fishing incident at 19kgs it was a loss morned by all those in the fish family at the ER.:))

Over the last couple of days we've had moderate to strong NW winds blowing across the island chain, Pinnacles, School Yards and our resort break, (Maxes Right) have seen great waves ranging from 3 to 6ft.

Tomorrow shoul d see the same wind and wave patterns ahead of a new SW swell due Thursday afternoon around 5 to 7ft on all the south facing reef passes.

Well the last few days have been pretty good fun. Max's left was lining up on the lower tides and today (4th) the Cronulla boys are surfing before the plane takes em home at lunch time. Swell due mid week for the incoming crew and then a solid looking event showing for the 11th.

Swell is from the SW, offshore at the left around 5 feet with the odd bigger one. Cronulla boys are lovin it. Piney may catch 100 waves today. So clean and perfect it's a joke. Whoooooo!

Surf has risen a fair bit and yesterday (20th) was firing and today looks to have dipped a bit as per forcast. Big swell due tomorrow and into the weekend. Whoooooo! Out the front is 4-5 feet and the left is probably 4-6 on the sets. Time to go exploring.

Surfed Max's left today 3 feet with the odd bigger one, feels like it's building, check back tomorrow.

Looks like we have a rising SW swell that's gonna be a bell ringer! We'll have a fresh report up Saturday to fill you in, hopefully a few images as well

Well the 2009 season has finally come to an end.

We'd like to take this opportunity to thank all of our valued clientelle who visited Telo Island Lodge in 2009 and who continue to support our product year after year. We'd also like to thank all new guests who visited us and we trust you enjoyed the Telo Island Lodge experience. We look forward to seeing those of you who are returning in 2010 and 2011 and being able to share with you another epic season at Telo Island Lodge.

The directors and management of Telo Island Lodge have just come out of an extremelly successful Annual General Meeting last week held here in sunny Torquay Victoria. It was a huge effort for all directors, from all corners of the globe, to be able to attend. Amidst the general catch up and manditory bevvie sessions, it was a very productive week with strategies set for yet more improvements to the lodge and planning for future projects. We look forward to sharing with you all of our latest plans and new adventures for the Telo Island Lodge group in the near future. For those of you returning in 2010, you are sure to see some great new and exciting improvements to the lodge and our operations which we are very excited to be able to share with you. Our staff are working hard through the offseason to ensure that the arrival of our first guest in the new year is positively spectacular!

If you have not yet booked your exclusive surf escapes for 2010 or 2011, please contact kellie@teloislandlodge.com now! We still have some fantastic spots available in March, October & November 2010 (all proven to be epic months of surf and no crowds!), as well as a few random spots mid year which we expect won't last long. 2011 is filling fast to contact us soon before all prime spots are booked. Don't be disappointed!!

On another note, Shane, Dave & Rianna have made the annual migration to the far northern hemisphere to prepare for the start of our first season at Annupuri Lodge Japan. It is a super exciting few months for us and you will see by hitting the link below that it looks like we are off to a great snow season! http://www.annupurilodge.com.au/home.php

Max, Kellie & Family will be joining the guys in a few weeks and we will be celebrating an epic white Christmas together. Keep posted for the photos!!

Finally we would like to wish all past, present & future guests of Telo Island Lodge a happy, healthy and safe festive season and wish you all the best for the New Year. Thank you again for your support!

We look forward to sharing some warm tropical waves & hospitality with you all soon.......

Shane, Rianna, Kellie, Max, Dave, Tim and Staff at Telo Island Lodge

With 2009 entering the back third there are still a few select spaces left but not many so if you are planning a winter escape or just want to get away from the school holiday crowds at home it's probably worth checking the schedule.

The other news is that 2010 is nearly full so if you want to lock a spot in for next year it would be a good time to get on the phone to Kellie or one of our agents.

The other interesting news is that 7 trips in 2011 are gone already and with our policy of keeping guests to a maximum of 8 only the remaining trips will go pretty fast so if you are planning a visit to the best surf resort in Indonesia in a couple of years it might be a good idea to get you name on one of the MANY remaining trips in 2011.

We are planning some exciting improvements at the lodge for 2010 and with new services like a second boat and guide the Telo Island Lodge experience looks set to get even better!

Now the new site is up and our 2010 schedule is live spaces are filling fast. If you are planning to secure a spot for 2010 jump on and contact us while there are still available slots for 2010 or lock down a prime time slot for 2011.

There are 6 prime time spaces left for the 2009 season they are all in the magic months of June and July,with most of the 2009 season fully booked these spaces are pretty rare. While June and July are no more consistent than other months this is when we get our biggest swells if your chasing the tube ride of a lifetime this is the time it will happen.

With no other places available these probably won't last long so if your thinking about 10 days away from the hustle and bustle jump on the site and book in.

The all new Telo Island Lodge website is now live. Jump on and have a look around.