Advanced Surfing in Bali

Surf heights at Uluwatu have backed off quite a bit since yesterday. It was a slower morning out there, with the bulk of the waves sitting in the head-high range and just a few larger sets breaking the lull. There was a slight bump to the lineup, but a light offshore wind did its job to keep the faces nicely groomed.

When the sets did show up, they were lining up well. A few waves offered some proper tubes, and instructor Jerry managed to find his way into a couple of good ones. The rest of the crew had plenty to work with too, picking off some long, down-the-line walls that opened up perfectly for a few solid turn sections. Overall, just a really fun day in the water.

Today offered decent conditions at the world-famous Sanur Reef. The surf sat in the shoulder to head-high range, with a few larger sets rolling through. A north wind provided enough offshore flow to keep the wave faces clean, though it picked up noticeably as the session progressed. Surfers found solid right-handers offering fun rides and multiple turn sections, provided they could link them up.

When conditions align, Sanur Reef gets truly epic. It is renowned for being incredibly heavy, hollow, and perfect. However, those legendary days remain rare. When they finally arrive, expect a competitive lineup, as the dedicated local crowd keeps the spot firmly locked down.

Fun surf today at Chicken Wings! Our crew caught the first boat out to this playful Nusa Dua right-hander. We scored mostly head-high sets with long, connecting sections for those finding the right line. A few chunky sets provided extra adrenaline and even a couple of quick barrels.

While the wind was a bit stronger than ideal, the conditions remained fun and glassy under the morning sun. Tomorrow, we’re watching for the first signs of the SE trade winds—the official kickoff to the dry season! We’re itching to get back to Uluwatu soon.

Our surfers headed to Pandawa this morning and scored clean, shoulder-high surf with a light west wind blowing side shore. The lefts were the standout—fast, running walls that demanded an early takeoff and rewarded commitment with a full-speed turn section down the line. Energy in the water stayed high, with plenty of waves and plenty of smiles. The occasional right popped up, though the wind cut those rides short.

When conditions aren’t lining up everywhere, local knowledge makes the call. Our guides timed it right, finding clean, quiet peaks before the peak crowd arrived. This exposed stretch near Bali’s southern tip picks up any available swell, which is why timing matters—too much size and the currents take over. This morning, it came together.

October 15th brought a powerful big wave day to Uluwatu, Bali. Pro surfer Rio Waida, his brother Ryuki, and several others charged massive sets at Outside Corner, displaying serious commitment and control. Up at the Bombie, conditions turned critical with huge barrels and heavy closeouts testing every surfer in the lineup. Strong offshore winds added to the challenge, creating both opportunity and risk. With the dry season coming to an end, just one more big wave day remains on the forecast before we begin to settle into the quiet season.

Another day of world-class waves at Uluwatu. The swell was firing, with clean, well-overhead sets running all the way to the big rock at the end of the Race Track. Light offshore wind and a light crowd made for ideal conditions. Advanced surfers were treated to long rides packed with barrel and turn sections—a classic Uluwatu day.

Tomorrow looks even bigger. Uluwatu will be for experts only, so if you’re unsure where to paddle out, join us. We’ll take you to the best break for your ability and make sure you get the most out of the conditions.

The Indian Ocean roared to life overnight with a mix of powerful swells delivering pumping waves. A bit of wind and rain this morning kept conditions shifting, but clean, heavy lefts rolled through nonetheless. After the rain cleared, the offshore wind picked up, and wave faces stayed clean throughout the session. Our advanced surfers scored some exhilarating rides, linking together strong backhand turns.

Uluwatu is the place to be when the swell hits. Known for handling size with ease, it’s a showcase of power and precision—best watched from a cliffside warung if you’re not paddling out yourself.

Expect excellent surfing conditions at Uluwatu almost every day between March and November.