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-IntermediateThe 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
BeginnerGentle, rolling waves perfect for learning. Named after the older surfers who frequent it. Very mellow vibe.
Nearest camp:
Canggu Surf Resort
Echo Beach
Intermediate-AdvancedPowerful A-frame peak with fast lefts and rights. Best at mid-tide. Can get heavy on bigger swells.
Nearest camp:
Canggu Surf Resort
Pererenan
IntermediateLess crowded alternative to Batu Bolong. Fun peaks along the beach, good for progression.
Nearest camp:
Canggu Surf Resort
Berawa
Beginner-IntermediateConsistent beach break with multiple peaks. Great for learning and progressing. Popular sunset spot.
Nearest camp:
Canggu Surf Resort
Uluwatu
AdvancedWorld-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
AdvancedFamous barreling left. Only breaks properly on bigger swells. Home to the Rip Curl Cup competition.
Nearest camp:
Uluwatu Surf Camp
Bingin
Intermediate-AdvancedShort, hollow left over shallow reef. Beautiful setting with cliff-side warungs. Technical take-off.
Nearest camp:
Bukit Surf Camp
Dreamland
IntermediatePowerful 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-AdvancedLong left-hand reef point. Consistent and fun at all tides. Less crowded than Uluwatu.
Nearest camp:
Bukit Surf Camp
Impossibles
AdvancedFast, long left that can connect for 300+ meters on the right swell. Named for seemingly impossible sections.
Nearest camp:
Uluwatu Surf Camp
Kuta Beach
BeginnerClassic beginner wave. Gentle, forgiving beach break with surf schools everywhere. Crowded but consistent.
Nearest camp:
Seminyak Surf Camp
Seminyak Beach
Beginner-IntermediateSimilar to Kuta but less crowded. Good peaks scattered along the beach. Great sunset sessions.
Nearest camp:
Seminyak Surf Camp
Airport Rights
AdvancedQuality right-hander that works on south swells. Named for proximity to airport. Powerful and hollow.
Nearest camp:
Seminyak Surf Camp
Keramas
AdvancedWorld-class right-hand reef. Home to the WSL Championship Tour event. Fast, powerful, and barreling.
Nearest camp:
Canggu Surf Resort
Sanur Reef
IntermediateMellow reef break good for longboarding. Offshore during wet season. Calm, family-friendly area.
Nearest camp:
Canggu Surf Resort
Nusa Dua
Intermediate-AdvancedMultiple reef breaks in the Nusa Dua area. Works on east swells when west coast is flat.
Nearest camp:
Canggu Surf Resort
Weligama Bay
BeginnerPerfect 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
IntermediateFun right-hand point break. More challenging than Weligama. Beautiful bay with whale watching.
Nearest camp:
Weligama Surf Camp
Hiriketiya Bay
Beginner-IntermediateHorseshoe-shaped bay with mellow waves on both sides. Perfect for progression. Chilled backpacker vibe.
Nearest camp:
Hiriketiya Surf Camp
Lazy Left
Intermediate-AdvancedQuality left-hand point near Midigama. Long rides possible on the right swell. Beautiful setting.
Nearest camp:
Hiriketiya Surf Camp
Rams
AdvancedPowerful 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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