Bali Surf Report and Surf Forecast

Our experienced surfers enjoyed exceptional surf conditions at Balangan this morning. A strong, new swell has arrived, producing powerful waves across the entire island. At Balangan, surfers faced challenging double overhead waves with offshore winds, creating ideal barrel opportunities. Mornings like these attract skilled surfers from around the world. Furthermore, the offshore wind allows for uninterrupted surfing throughout the day. These conditions provide the perfect chance to put your abilities and bravery to the test in demanding waves, with the potential to catch an incredible barrel ride.

The swell will continue to build throughout the day, gradually decreasing in size by tomorrow morning. Keep an eye out for the beginning of the Padang Padang Rip Curl Cup trials.

We enjoyed ideal dry-season surfing conditions and weather at several breaks this morning! Our advanced surfers had an exceptional time at the flawless Uluwatu, while our intermediate surfers opted for Toro-Toro and Balangan, and the beginners found their spot at Padang Padang. At Uluwatu, the surfers ripped head-head plus waves, which were breaking in long, organized lines with several barrel and turn sections on the various peaks. The advanced surfers skillfully maneuvered through the chunky sections, executing impressive tube rides and high-speed carves.

We have another large swell coming tomorrow. The big wave surfers can pull out their guns for The Bombie and Outside Corner. For the rest of us, there are several alternative spots that offer safe and enjoyable surfing conditions, even during a large swell.

A solid swell is pulsing throughout Bali this morning. The wave heights at the premier breaks are reaching double overhead plus with triple overhead sets cleaning up the line-up. Combined with a morning low tide and moderate offshore wind, these are the perfect conditions for the famous Outside Corner.

Outside Corner offers very long carvable walls and is suitable for serious big wave surfers only. The waves are much more powerful and move at a greater speed than is apparent from watching from the cliff. Getting out to the line-up beyond the breaking waves and the current is a challenge in itself, as a mistimed paddle out can result in taking large sets on the head and being pushed far down the reef.

This morning, our beginner surfers braved the out-of-season rain and paddled out to Baby Padang. Despite the rain, the surfers had a great time surfing the waist-high inside reform of the surf break as the larger sets broke on the outside. The swell has picked up considerably overnight, approaching the double overhead range at the standout spots. The offshore tropical system caused the wind to blow slightly onshore; however, the protected wave at Padang Padang remained clean.

Unlike in many Western countries or densely populated areas, there is no issue with surfing in the rain here.

Our intermediate surfers enjoyed a fun-filled high tide session at Balangan, while our advanced group headed to Airport Rights. At Balangan, they had a mix of sunshine and tropical showers however, the wind remained calm to offshore, keeping the conditions clean. The swell has continued to drop in size since yesterday, with mostly shoulder-high set waves coming in at frequent intervals. The water was exceptionally clear this morning, with plenty of colourful fish and turtles swimming below your feet.

When the tide is high for our early morning sessions, Balangan and Airport Rights are excellent options.

With a dropping swell, our intermediate surfers seized the opportunity to surf Bali’s premier wave. Paddling out through the cave, the surfers found long-running waves peeling beautifully down the reef. The waves were shoulder high on most sets, with occasional larger sets breaking wide of the main peak. The wind blew beautifully offshore, setting up for an ideal session. The surfers worked on quickly getting to their feet and down the line. If done correctly, you can be rewarded with a lengthy 300-meter ride.

The Racetrack is an excellent wave at all sizes, and it only goes flat a few days a year. Luckily we have this wave within a short drive from the camp, allowing us to be the first surf camp in the water.

Our group of beginner surfers had a great morning at Baby Padang. The surfing conditions were top-notch! Compared to yesterday, the swell has increased in size considerably, with up to head-high waves on offer! Predictably, the wind was blowing slightly offshore, which is the ideal direction for surfing. The wave faces were smooth and glassy, allowing everyone to enjoy long, smooth rides.

The surfers worked on getting into the functional stance from the pop-up, which is an essential step towards progressing beyond a beginner level. Once you have developed the ability to ride from the top of the wave in the functional stance, a new level of control and speed becomes available to you.

It was a beautiful morning at Padang Padang for our beginner surfers! The wind was calm, the sun was shining, and the waves were waist-high! These are perfect conditions for first-time surfers. Today’s smaller waves offered a more relaxed experience as there is minimal water movement and less force behind each wave. This slower pace of the session enables beginners to comfortably find their balance and enjoy the long rides along the protected reef.

The favorable conditions, characterized by a tranquil tropical environment, contribute to a faster skill improvement for newcomers compared to surfing in most locations, which require a wetsuit and offer a lower-quality wave. June has proven to be an exceptional month for both beginner and intermediate surfers. More waves are on the way! See you out there!