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.