Surf Spots Guide

Explore 37+ surf spots across Bali and Sri Lanka. From mellow beginner waves to world-class barrels.

Showing 22 surf spots

Batu Bolong

Beginner-Intermediate
Beach break
April - October

The most popular wave in Canggu. Long, mellow rights perfect for longboarding and beginners. Gets crowded but always fun.

Nearest camp:

Canggu Surf Resort

Old Man's

Beginner
Beach break
Year-round

Gentle, rolling waves perfect for learning. Named after the older surfers who frequent it. Very mellow vibe.

Nearest camp:

Canggu Surf Resort

Echo Beach

Intermediate-Advanced
Reef break
April - October

Powerful A-frame peak with fast lefts and rights. Best at mid-tide. Can get heavy on bigger swells.

Nearest camp:

Canggu Surf Resort

Pererenan

Intermediate
Beach break
April - October

Less crowded alternative to Batu Bolong. Fun peaks along the beach, good for progression.

Nearest camp:

Canggu Surf Resort

Berawa

Beginner-Intermediate
Beach break
Year-round

Consistent beach break with multiple peaks. Great for learning and progressing. Popular sunset spot.

Nearest camp:

Canggu Surf Resort

Uluwatu

Advanced
Reef break
April - October

World-famous left-hand reef break. Multiple sections including The Peak, Racetrack, and Temples. Challenging paddle out through a cave.

Nearest camp:

Uluwatu Surf Camp

Padang Padang

Advanced
Reef break
June - September

Famous barreling left. Only breaks properly on bigger swells. Home to the Rip Curl Cup competition.

Nearest camp:

Uluwatu Surf Camp

Bingin

Intermediate-Advanced
Reef break
April - October

Short, hollow left over shallow reef. Beautiful setting with cliff-side warungs. Technical take-off.

Nearest camp:

Bukit Surf Camp

Dreamland

Intermediate
Beach break
April - October

Powerful beach break with hollow waves. Can be punishing but fun when it's on. Beautiful white sand beach.

Nearest camp:

Bukit Surf Camp

Balangan

Intermediate-Advanced
Reef break
April - October

Long left-hand reef point. Consistent and fun at all tides. Less crowded than Uluwatu.

Nearest camp:

Bukit Surf Camp

Impossibles

Advanced
Reef break
April - October

Fast, long left that can connect for 300+ meters on the right swell. Named for seemingly impossible sections.

Nearest camp:

Uluwatu Surf Camp

Kuta Beach

Beginner
Beach break
Year-round

Classic beginner wave. Gentle, forgiving beach break with surf schools everywhere. Crowded but consistent.

Nearest camp:

Seminyak Surf Camp

Seminyak Beach

Beginner-Intermediate
Beach break
Year-round

Similar to Kuta but less crowded. Good peaks scattered along the beach. Great sunset sessions.

Nearest camp:

Seminyak Surf Camp

Airport Rights

Advanced
Reef break
November - March

Quality right-hander that works on south swells. Named for proximity to airport. Powerful and hollow.

Nearest camp:

Seminyak Surf Camp

Keramas

Advanced
Reef break
November - March

World-class right-hand reef. Home to the WSL Championship Tour event. Fast, powerful, and barreling.

Nearest camp:

Canggu Surf Resort

Sanur Reef

Intermediate
Reef break
November - March

Mellow reef break good for longboarding. Offshore during wet season. Calm, family-friendly area.

Nearest camp:

Canggu Surf Resort

Nusa Dua

Intermediate-Advanced
Reef break
November - March

Multiple reef breaks in the Nusa Dua area. Works on east swells when west coast is flat.

Nearest camp:

Canggu Surf Resort

Weligama Bay

Beginner
Beach break
November - April

Perfect beginner wave in a sheltered bay. Gentle, consistent waves and warm water. The best place to learn in Sri Lanka.

Nearest camp:

Weligama Surf Camp

Mirissa

Intermediate
Point break
November - April

Fun right-hand point break. More challenging than Weligama. Beautiful bay with whale watching.

Nearest camp:

Weligama Surf Camp

Hiriketiya Bay

Beginner-Intermediate
Beach break
November - April

Horseshoe-shaped bay with mellow waves on both sides. Perfect for progression. Chilled backpacker vibe.

Nearest camp:

Hiriketiya Surf Camp

Lazy Left

Intermediate-Advanced
Point break
November - April

Quality left-hand point near Midigama. Long rides possible on the right swell. Beautiful setting.

Nearest camp:

Hiriketiya Surf Camp

Rams

Advanced
Reef break
November - April

Powerful right-hand reef. Sri Lanka's most challenging wave. Hollow and fast.

Nearest camp:

Hiriketiya Surf Camp

Surf Safety Tips

Reef Safety

  • • Wear reef booties at rocky breaks
  • • Don't surf alone at unfamiliar spots
  • • Always check the exit before paddling out
  • • Be aware of tide changes

Currents & Rips

  • • Learn to identify rip currents
  • • Don't fight the current - paddle sideways
  • • Use channels to paddle out
  • • Ask locals about conditions

Surf Etiquette

  • • Don't drop in on other surfers
  • • The surfer closest to peak has priority
  • • Paddle wide around the lineup
  • • Respect locals and their waves

Marine Life

  • • Shuffle your feet in shallow water
  • • Sea snakes are venomous but not aggressive
  • • Jellyfish more common in wet season
  • • Shark attacks are extremely rare

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