Raining Season Where to Surf in Bali

The Best Surf Spots in Bali When the Rainy Season

Although the rainy season indicates that there will be rain, many visitors will be surprised at how much sunlight the rainy season might have. Rain patterns in Bali are similar to most tropical locations throughout the world. For several hours every day during the rainy season, rain and cats will fall, and the sun will shine again in the sky. In addition, the rainy season brings many benefits that travelers may not even think about. For starters, during the rainy season thin crowds, including in the ranks. So, if you want to avoid the typical tourist packages, the rainy season is your best choice. In addition to fewer people, the rainy season also lowers temperatures. Although Bali is always warm, rain does make the island a little cooler and a bit more comfortable. And finally, all the rain brings the best natural wonders in Bali. During the rainy season, Bali is green, lush and full of dense and exotic forests.

Now, what about the waves that you ask about? What is the best surfing spot in Bali in the rainy season? During the rainy season, the wind direction changes from east to west, resulting in many islands on the west coast breaking. The quality of the waves, of course, depends entirely on the direction and strength of the wind. Terrestrial winds can actually damage large waves by cutting, while offshore winds will slow down and pierce waves. Don't be afraid, the wet season wakes up a lot of Bali surfing breaks that will make you surf and be satisfied at the end of your trip.

 Surf Spots in the Rainy Season That You Must Know

• Green Bowl

Green Bowl, a south-facing surfing spot with a unique history, ranks top on the list of waves of the rainy season in Bali. The journey to catch your first wave at the Green Bowl is a difficult one. Rest is located under a towering cliff and surfers have to go down hundreds of stone steps to paddle out. The Green Bowl was formerly known as the "Green Ball" and was called the "secret place" for local residents of Bali during the rainy season. The place remained relatively congested when Bali grew into an international travel destination until a resort was built on a clifftop that had an elevator attached to the beach.

The resort has been closed, and the lift to the beach with it, and the Green Bowl has returned to a more remote state. The wave itself is a fast, strong hander that rolls over rocks and walls well. Just be advised that Green Bowl has one of the strongest rip currents in Bali which makes it difficult to stay in position. The waves are best in the morning before the wind begins to rise. Strong rip currents, exposure to trade winds, and sharp reefs make the Green Bowl a wave of medium and advanced surfers.

• Keramas Swell

Rice paddies give way to black sand, which in turn gives way to the Keramas, a new World Tour stop and barreling right-hander that will give any traveling surfer the thrill of a lifetime. The wave was once surfed only by locals and those who knew of the wave’s barreling potential, but as is the story with all things in life, that didn’t last. The secret is out on Keramas and it is now becoming one of the most popular waves in all of Bali. 

The wave appeals to experts and pros because of its deep barrel section, steep drops, and powerful face that often can bowl before it closes out, making it perfect for large maneuvers and even airs.The wave breaks over sharp lava reef, so it is no place for beginners. Pro surfers frequent the lineup, making the break even more of an expert only wave.The wave works best during a direct south swell during mid-morning when winds tend to be offshore.

• Sri Lanka Beach

No, we’re not confused, we don’t mean the small teardrop-shaped country that sits below India in the warm, tropical Indian Ocean.On the east coast of Bali, Sri Lanka is another stellar rainy season surf break. Located near the before mentioned swell magnet, Nusa Dua, Sri Lanka is at its best when the swell is large enough to max out Nusa Dua. During the right swell, the wave is a fast-breaking, barreling right that will leave you in awe. The wave breaks over sharp reef. For the best rides, take off late and grab rail.

• Serangan Beach

Serangan Island often referred to as turtle island for the number of sea turtle nest on the beaches, is located on Bali’s east coast. Like many breaks on this list, and in Bali, the wave at Serangan was once a secret, but now the beans have spilled. The wave does draw a crowd because it is one of the most reliable breaks during the rainy season and always seems to have a wave regardless of the tide.

The wave a lot to offer. The A-frame peaks provide lefts and rights that break over a coral reef. There are three main peaks, each with a varying degree of difficulty. But, because of the reef seabed, this wave is an intermediate and advanced break. This wave and Serangan island where once open to the public, however last year the hotel development on Serangan close the beach access and access to the Serangan surf spots is via boat access.

Padang-padang Beach World Surf Competition Spot

Surfing Competition Spots on the Padang-Padang Beach

Two double surf spots in Padang Padang is located on the northwest coast of Bali's Bukit Peninsula, the southernmost part of the island and surfing Mecca. Sandwiched between the same famous Uluwatu break in the southwest and maybe northeast, there are some important things you should know about surfing in Padang Padang. Surfing Padang Padang’s fame comes mainly from Padang Padang Left, sometimes referred to as the “Balinese Pipeline” because of its similarity to Hawaii’s legendary Pipeline break. Like Pipeline, Padang Padang Left is also a reef break that is best left to the pros or very experienced and skilled surfers. Surfing Padang Padang Left might reward the “kamikaze” surfers, but during low tide it can be a dangerous risk to take. This powerful break provides speed, tubes and an average wave height of 10 feet (3 meters). If you’re good (or crazy) enough to try it, look out for the sharp coral reef underneath the shallow water as well as jagged rocks.

Why is This Place a Surfing Competition Spot?

As a surfer in Indonesia, these waves are the waves that have been waiting for all year. We will see eight of the best surfers in the world and eight of the best local surfer Padang Padang specialists test their abilities on the best day of the year in Padang Padang. Surfers say that the long and strong southwest waves will form this weekend and reach their peak on Sunday afternoon.

Padang Padang is one of the best waves in Indonesia. It's the perfect place to share with some of the best surfers in the world. When I get an extraordinary combination of great waves and the best surfers of the world on a special day, I think everyone will go home with a deep impression regardless of how the final outcome will be. the existence of these very challenging waves makes Padang-Padang beach often chosen as a spot for surfing championships, in addition to Keramas beach Padang-padang beach is no less great than the waves.

Surfing Contest Ever at the Padang-padang Beach

• The Rip Curl Cup Padang Padang 2017
• The Rip Curl Cup Padang Padang 2018
• Rip Curl Cup Padang Padang 2019 

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Keramas Beach Still Favorite to Go for Surfing

The Enormity of the Keramas Beach Swell Remains the Choice of Surfers

The beach lovers seem to need to get to know, even closer to the Keramas beach in Kabupaten Gianyar, especially for those of you who like surfing sports, can make this area an ideal beach to channel your hobbies or talents, not only that you are already getting fed up with noise, city crowds and tourist attractions such as Kuta, Sanur, Jimbaran or Tanjung Benoa beaches, the Keramas beach will be ideal for seclusion and calming down. The Keramas beach tourism object in Gianyar is indeed beautiful and beautiful, presenting various advantages for its visitors, so it is worthy of occupying an important position in the list of tourist attractions in Bali. In the meantime this beach is more dominated by foreign tourists who want to enjoy the waves to surf challenges, as well as local visitors and also from tourists who stay in the Keramas village area. This village is quite well developed for its tourism industry, this is of course due to its beautiful coast and ideal for surfing for all people.

Maybe it can be called Keramas beach tourist attraction in Gianyar, it is only for certain circles, so if you are on vacation in Bali, it is very rare for a travel agent to offer tour packages in Bali with Keramas Gianyar beach destination, because this beach is not so popular among especially tourists among domestic tourists. but if for tourists to surf this place is a favorite of talented surfers in the world, even this beach is often used as a place for world surfing championship events. because the waves are invincible, then this place used to be a place to surf.

Why is This Beach a Favorite of Surfers?

Keramas Gianyar beach tourist attraction began to be known for surfing sports starting in the era of the 2000s, the waves can reach a height of 2 meters, an ideal place for fans of surfing or surfing. The beach area is quite extensive, covering the Betuas, Selukat and Sesa beaches. The most ideal time for surfing is in the morning in June to October, while the rainy season ranges from November to April sea water will be cloudy, although it is still possible to surf. from these big waves is very challenging foreign surfers to surf in this place. therefore this beach is still a favorite of surfers. not only morning and evening surfing here, but the Keramas beach now provides for those of you who like to surf at night. feel the sensation and the excitement of the waves.

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Tukad Balian Offers Great Swells for Surfing

The Long Balian Beach Swells Bring You to the Thrill  Challenging of Surfing

Balian Beach is a black and gray sandy beach on the south coast of western Bali which is famous for surfing, Balian Beach or also called Tukad Balian Beach is one of the beach resorts in Bali which has a beautiful natural panorama with excellent waves and suitable for surfing and is one of the best beaches for surfing in Bali. Along the beach are lined with coconut trees, so the atmosphere in this area still looks very beautiful. Balian Beach is visited by many surfer tourists when they vacation on the island of Bali and is a paradise for surfers/hobbyists surfing. The Balian Beach tourist attractions are located in the Lalang Linggah Village area, West Selemadeg District, Tabanan Regency, Bali Indonesia. Balian black sand beach is close to the main road that connects Jembrana and Denpasar. Balian Beach can be reached with a distance of approximately 60 km or about 2 hours drive from the city of Denpasar, Kuta or the surrounding area, or about 84 km from the port of Gilimanuk, Jembrana Bali, and about 30 minutes from Medewi beach.

To visit Balian Beach can be reached using buses, taxis, and motorbikes or cars that can be rented at a vehicle rental place. For tourists who have never visited Balian beach, it is highly recommended to rent a vehicle with a driver for comfort, safety and to avoid going astray on the road. Balian Beach is a tourist destination that is visited by many tourists, especially surfers, so around the area, there are many places to find lodging or villas for the convenience of tourists with varying stay prices according to the accommodation facilities provided. So, to stay and stay at the Balian beach tourist places need not worry. In addition, in the Balian beach area, there are also many bars and restaurants that sell a variety of foods and drinks, a typical food menu that is usually offered at restaurants around Balian beach is a seafood menu or seafood, such as grilled fish, crabs, and squid burn, etc.

Balian Beach is Very Crowded With Surfers

Like most other beach resorts in Bali, the best time to visit the beach is just before sunrise/sunset, while for Balian beach because it is located on the southern coast of West Bali, the best time to visit is in the afternoon before sunset/sunset. But if you want to surf to feel the beauty of the waves Balian beach is usually adjusted to weather conditions, the state of the ocean currents and the location and height of the waves. This beach is already famous among surfers because it is famous for its super-strong waves. no wonder that this place is usually filled with tourists who like to surf. for you lovers of surfing, try to come to this beach and you can feel the waves that are so long to take you while surfing. So what are you waiting for? Come hurry up and come here to enjoy the Balian beach waves.

Kuta Reef Blessed by Great Swells for Surfers

The Challenge of Swells on Kuta Reef, You Must Try

Kuta is located just north of the Bukit Peninsula bottleneck on the west side of Bali. Once a quiet fishing village, Kuta was one of the first cities in Indonesia to be significantly affected by tourism. At present, Kuta is a busy tourist destination for travelers around the world. Kuta Reef is one of the numbers of resting places in the area around Kuta including the airport reef and if you are willing to take a Canggu trip. Kuta Airport makes this easy for your first session in Bali and rests well in conditions ranging from 3 feet to double overhead. Because of its proximity to such a busy tourist destination, Kuta reefs consistently tend to be one of the busier waves in Bali so if this is your first session, don't be discouraged.

Kuta Reef can break in 50 to 200-meter walled-up bowls ripe for maneuvers and a few barrels. Before surfers began pushing south into the Bukit peninsula, Kuta reef was considered one of the better breaks for big dry season swells.  It tends to pick up a bit more swell than airport reefs and the beach breaks in the area. A fun and accessible wave, crowds are a mix of traveling surfers, foreigners, locals, and unfortunately, the occasional beginner being pushed into a wave. Considering crowds are typically an issue, bring your patience to the line-up and consider praying for serenity.  On the bigger days, you can get caught high and dry between take-off and your bottom turn so if you’re the beginner mentioned above know your limits and stick to the Beach. One other note: it’s easy to get ambitious and move to close to the first peak where the wave isn’t makeable. Locals better versed in the local geography will drop in on your every time so chill out and wait your turn in the line-up.

Kuta Reef is Crowded by Surfers

Because the central location of Kuta Reefs can be very crowded, sometimes up to 60 surfers in the water. But, there are all different types of surfers, so there are always a few waves to be had. Kuta Reef, when the conditions are right is a world-class lefthander! With waves that subside up to 200 meters and some nice hollow barrel sections too. This surfing spot offers incredible lefthanders that adorn, peak, and rumble along the road to approach. If you want to get out safely and comfortably, you only need to hire a local canoe driver. There are two takeoff points there. Strong southeast trade winds blow this place up and along with the low tide, the inside is not easy to make. The best time is in the middle or high tide, ensuring you to handle up to six feet or even double.

Kuta Reef feels uncomfortable because of the busy waves. You have to compete with other wave riders who live near the Kuta area to get maximum surfing time. At that time, they were trying to challenge the biggest Kuta area, as a way to increase their surfing improvement. As they proceed further to the south side of Kuta, they will see two other surfing sites called the Airport right and Airport Lefts. Because the central location of Kuta Reefs can be very crowded, sometimes up to 60 surfers in the water. But, there are all different types of surfers, so there are always a few waves to be had. Kuta Reef, when the conditions are right is a world-class lefthander! With waves that subside up to 200 meters and some nice hollow barrel sections too.

Kuta Reef Surf Reports

Wet/Dry Season

Dry Season – April/October

Best Swell Direction

South

Best Size

4-5ft is the optimum size on the mid to high tide

Best Winds

SE Tradewinds

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Mentawai Island Offers Great Barrel Swells

Mentawai Islands, World Famous  Surfing Spot

One of the most popular attractions in Sumatra and even in Indonesia is the Mentawai Islands, these islands are known to have amazing natural beauty of the ocean and become one of the destinations for adventure tourism, cultural tourism and marine tourism. Mentawai Islands is a regency located in West Sumatra Province, Indonesia. Mentawai Archipelago consists of 213 islands with 4 main islands inhabited, namely Siberut Island, Sipora Island, North Pagai Island, and South Pagai Island, which are mostly inhabited by the Mentawai Tribe. Mentawai Regency is divided into 4 sub districts and 40 villages and has its capital in Tua Pejat. 

Interesting Things in the Mentawai Islands

The geographical position of the Mentawai Islands off the coast of West Sumatra gives its own advantages for the development of extreme sports tourism. Its location directly facing the Indian Ocean grants the Mentawai Islands consistent waves throughout the year. No wonder the Mentawai Islands are a famous place for surfing (surfing) for Indonesian and foreign citizens. When April-August coincides with summer holidays in Europe is the best time to surf.

In that season, the waves in the Mentawai Islands can reach 7 meters high and this is the most sought after by surfers. In fact, the waves in the Mentawai islands - by various surfing organizations - are the third best in the world after Hawaii and Tahiti. Of the 400 surfing spots, 23 of them have international scale waves. These areas include in the areas of Nyang-Nyang, Karang Bajat, Karoniki, Pananggelat and Mainuk (Siberut Island), Katiet Basua (Sipora Island) and North Pagai (Sikakap Island).

Every year, the Mentawai Islands are appointed as organizers of the World Champions Surfing Series, which is scheduled every August. With frequent events like this, the Management and the Regional Government held several supporting facilities for the comfort and safety of surfers. The supporting facilities are Hotels, Resorts, Restaurants, Bars and 60 Exclusive Wave Spot that can only be used by a maximum of 10 people.

How to get to the Mentawai Islands

If using the air route, there is now a pioneering flight connecting the Minangkabau International Airport, Padang, with Rokot Sipora Airport, Sipora Island.Air travel can be taken for 35-45 minutes by using the airline Susi Air. The flights served by 11 passenger propellers are only served 3 times a week (Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday). Access to Mentawai can also be reached via sea travel. From the port in Padang using KM Mentawai Fast fast boat. This fast boat only takes about 3 hours. Departure schedule is every day, morning from Padang and afternoon from Sipora. This passenger ship can accommodate around 250 passengers.

Sorake Beach, Surfing Heaven on Nias Island

Enjoy the Swells of the Sorake Beach on Nias Island

Maybe the name of Sorake Beach is not very familiar. But for lovers of surfing sports, the name of this beach is clearly famous. The reason, this beautiful beach has big waves and high, very fitting to be a place to surf. Sorake Beach is located on Nias Island, facing directly from the Indonesian Ocean. So this beach has a good wave character, even the height can reach 15 meters in certain months, for example from April to September. Even more challenging when the full moon arrives.

The waves can roll intact to the shore, and have 11 waves before breaking. The waves also have five different levels, so surfers can act in a variety of styles. In addition, the waves at Sorake Beach always appear without any time lag, so it is very pleasant for surfers. 

Saroke Beach is a paradise for surfers and is located at the mouth of Lagundri Bay. In peak season, this beach is visited by surfers from all corners of the world who come to ride these high waves and enjoy the long white sandy beaches. High waves and rolls on this beach have been touted the second most perfect wave after Hawaii. This may no doubt be caused by wave heights reaching up to 15 meters, and five levels of waves that are difficult to find on other beaches. The popularity of the waves and the charming surrounding scenery have caused this beach to become a famous destination throughout the world. Several international surfing competitions have been held here. Along the coast are also home-stays ready to accommodate visitors who want to spend more time at Saroke.

The Swells Here are Suitable For Beginners and Intermediate

Because of the good quality of the waves on Sorake Beach, this beach was used as a location for world-class surfing championships, such as the South Nias Open Surfing Contest and Nias Pro, which was participated by participants from various countries. Although this beach is like a paradise for professional surfers, it doesn't mean that beginners can't enjoy the waves on the Sorake Beach.If we are not professional surfers but interested in trying and learning, we can ask local residents to teach them. They will explain the types of waves on Sorake Beach, while also being able to teach us basic surfing techniques.

The best time to learn for beginners is the morning. Because the waves are not so high, so there is no need to pedal or push your body too hard into the middle of the sea. If you are tired of wading through the waves, you can rest on the beach while watching the action of the surfers. You can even stay overnight at various lodgings with the concept of a surf camp, which mushroom along the beach.

To reach this beach, we have to take the air route from Medan Polonia Airport to Binaka Airport on Gunungsitoli. The trip takes about an hour. Next, continue the journey by land to get to the Sorake Beach in Teluk Dalam.

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Tanah Lot Surf Spot Cliff Jumping

The Sensation of Surfing With the Combination of Swells and Rocks

Tanah Lot Beach is a beautiful rocky beach with a black sandy coastline and is famous throughout the world for its unique Hindu Temple situated on a large rock and surrounded by sea water. This is one of the favorite surfing spots on the island of Bali because it is blessed by big and strong waves. Surfers must take the direction of the waves from right to left. This place is visited by tourists every day from all over the world, especially at sunset which creates amazing scenery and romantic nuances. This beach is beautified by unique rock cliffs and the waves are mixed with rocks to make the surfers have their own challenges.

Between the cliffs there is a surfing break, which looks very dangerous from the beach. To paddle you can jump off a cliff, or you can go down to the beach first and paddle out. Waves are fun and easy. Good for middle to experienced level. Short left wave. The current will easily get you to the right peak. Close when the waves are big. Mid tide is the best time to surf here. And wash it again during high tide. but you also have to be careful because the waves here are mixed with rocks, not many surfers here because the spots are filled with rocks. but if the weather is good the waves will tide and the rocks will disappear, well there is the right time for you to surf. by looking at the uniqueness of unique and beautiful Tanah Lot cliffs.

Location and Mileage of Tanah Lot Beach

Location Tanah Lot Beach is located in the Village of Beraban, Kediri District, Tabanan Regency and the province of Bali - Indonesia. Can be reached around 35 minutes from Tabanan city or 45 minutes from Denpasar City or 1 hour from Denpasar International Airport. Because Tanah Tot has been designated as a sunset destination, this area is fast growing and equipped with public facilities as an added value for tourists who visit this place. Good access has facilitated every visitor to visit this beach which is located close to famous surfing spots such as Kedungu Beach, Nirwana Beach and Nyanyi Beach.

There are two surf spots available that provide alternatives for surfers to choose where to surf in Enjung Galuh or Pura Batu Bolong. Tanah Lot Beach has big waves, strong waves, left and right handers. Best surfing in the middle and high tide. The best months to surf are April, May, June, July and August, therefore it is one of the favorite surfing spots in Bali that surfers love. Tanah Lot Beach is a great place for middle to experienced surfers. In this place there are also you challenged because in this place there are cliffs that you can use as a vehicle for excitement while surfing, you can jump from that cliff to get the waves you are looking for. must be very exciting and challenging. good luck

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