Balangan Surf Spot Info, Report and Forecast

The swell is smaller today – perfect size at Balangan for Intermediates. Light offshore winds and plenty of sunshine. Very big spring tides now in Bali, and Balangan is one of the better spots for holding a high tide. As always at Balangan, wave selection is key. The best ones don’t have a very long line that will run too fast. Mostly head high fun sized waves perfect for racing sections and making turns. Tomorrow the swell is forecast to be a little bit bigger with a massive 2.9 metre tide.

Again, a beautiful day with perfect waves at Balangan! The blue water and long clean left-handers put a smile on everybody’s face out there this morning. A solid 5-foot swell was delivering set after set and no one had to wait for more than a couple of minutes for the next wave.

We are expecting the swell to continue to rise in the next couple of days. Balangan, Uluwatu and other spots like Impossibles and Bingin will be on fire. The tide is low in the morning, so sleeping an hour longer might be a good idea before heading out to surf with the incoming tide. As the wind changed offshore already, you can pretty much surf all day long.

Bali keeps offering perfect surf conditions every morning! Today we decided to check out Balangan and we did not get disappointed. Offshore wind and shoulder to head-high sets came consistently. The crystal clear water made the waves look even better.

This is a more challenging wave than Padang-Padang. Its fast pace and steep walls are perfect to generate speed and try more vertical turns. Once on the wave, you will be surprised by how fast it can get. A feeling that is indescribable and needs to be experienced firsthand. It is addictive, fun, and exciting to surf these clean, long left-handers.

Today we received the first big swell of the season, which lit up all the surf breaks. Swell period was Hawaiian size 19 seconds which meant the waves were very powerful. The advanced group decided on Balangan as the wave is less powerful than Uluwatu. The paddle out can be quite difficult on a day like today as there is not a very pronounced channel to help you. When you are out the back there is not much current and it’s all about wave selection – trying to find a wave that is not too fast. Today we were lucky and got a few long fast rides. The swell is increasing in size and tomorrow is forecast to be huge.

It was a choice between Uluwatu, which is Bali’s premier surf break, and Balangan which is one of the most beautiful beaches in Bali. We decided on Balangan, as the crowds are lighter and more mellow. It’s also a perfect location to hang out on the beach or in one of the local warungs. The waves were mostly head high which is perfect size for intermediates and there were some long rides to be had. A perfect way to start the day.

Beautiful Balangan was the go for an early morning session today. Balangan still retains the charm of Bali before mass tourism, and has not changed very much this century. Bumpy windy road, long white sand beach, headland to protect from cross winds, and traditional warungs to drink a cold coconut juice. Balangan never gets flat and is a perfect location for intermediate surfers on conditions such as today when the surf is head high. Balangan has a very long reef with various sections which spread the crowd out nicely.

Balangan is always worth going to! The white sand and crystal clear water are a beautiful view and the waves make this beach look even better. It is a popular destination for sun-seekers and wave catchers from all over the world.

Beginner, intermediate, and on bigger days, also advanced surfers will have a lot of fun out there.
While riding the waves, you can see fish and colorful coral reefs underneath you. Sitting on the board and waiting for the next set is always a nice way to relax and look at the nature around you.
On days like this, it is all about having fun and enjoying an afternoon surf session with a group of good friends.

Practice is key to a successful surfing career. Knowing when to go and what conditions are best for your current surfing level, is equally important. Our professional guides know the best spots for the day’s conditions. Not only will it help you to improve faster, but you will also get to know how to choose the right surf spot.

Balangan was a great choice today, shoulder to head-high sets came through very consistently and the higher tide made the waves very “user-friendly” to ride. By all means, it was not perfect, but does it really matter if you have fun?! Remember, the best surfer is the one having the most fun out there!