Bali Surf Report and Surf Forecast

Another exhilarating day of surfing awaited us at the world’s premier surfing destination. Our advanced group set off for Uluwatu early, while our intermediate group enjoyed the pristine peaks at Balangan, and our beginners rode the protected waves of Padang Padang.

At Uluwatu, the surfers wasted no time, paddling out at first light to beat the rapidly rising tide. They were greeted with flawless sheet glass conditions and elongated lines across the multiple peaks that make up Uluwatu. A gentle offshore breeze from the east added to the perfection, maintaining impeccable conditions. Although the swell continued to decrease in size for another day, the surfers enjoyed head-high set waves with the occasional standout set. Overall, it was a memorable day filled with incredible surf.

Our group of beginner surfers had a great morning at Baby Padang. The surfing conditions were excellent! Compared to yesterday, the swell has increased slightly, with shoulder-to-head-high set waves. Predictably, the wind was blowing slightly offshore, which is ideal for surfing. The wave faces remained clean, allowing everyone to enjoy long, smooth rides. During the session, the surfers focused on recognizing the moment when their surfboard begins to plane on the surface of the wave, which is the point at which you initiate your pop-up.

Learning to anticipate when to pop-up will allow you to pop-up at the top of the wave rather than once you have already reached the trough.

Our advanced group headed to Uluwatu this morning to challenge themselves at Bali’s most famous wave. The swell has increased in size since yesterday, and the waves came in at overhead high with the occasional larger set coming in. The wind blew lightly offshore, and the rides were long. The surfers enjoyed testing themselves on the steep drops, which required paddling hard down the face of the wave to avoid being thrown with the lip.

What many people don’t know about Uluwatu is that the wave can give you the ride of your life on any given day! Perfect sets can arrive unexpectedly, and some waves can run for more than 300 meters down the reef, with many barrel and turn sections. Take advantage of the opportunity to experience the thrill of Uluwatu.

Another amazing day at the world’s finest beginner wave! The swell has dropped to an ideal size, allowing our beginner surfers to relish in long, smooth rides starting from the top of the reef. The surfing conditions were exceptional, characterized by a calm ocean and a gentle offshore breeze that enhanced the perfection of the experience. Most sets delivered waves reaching shoulder height, occasionally presenting head-high sets. Our surfers focused on mastering the functional stance and riding down the line. Those who succeeded were generously rewarded with extended rides!

As we move further into May and approach June, we anticipate the arrival of more powerful swells and days characterized by stronger offshore wind.

Our swell has increased in size since yesterday, lighting up the island with overhead waves in idyllic tropical conditions. The crew ventured out in different directions this morning to make the most of the waves. The advanced surfers headed to Airport Right at first light, while the intermediates made their way to Toro-Toro. As for the beginners, they gathered at Baby Padang, where they chose to ride the inside reform waves. It was a delightful experience for them as they enjoyed waist-high waves gently and flawlessly breaking across the reef.

According to forecasts, the swell is expected to gradually diminish in size over the course of today and tomorrow, making way for a new smaller swell.

We’re stoked to report that a fresh swell has rolled in, bringing with it calm winds and sunny skies! Our intermediate group had a blast catching the low-tide peaks at Dreamland this morning. The waves have increased in size, reaching head-high on the set waves, thanks to a new 4.5 ft. swell with a period of 16 seconds coming from 218 degrees. The offshore wind provided ideal conditions, resulting in a smooth ocean surface. Surfers were treated to lengthy, pristine rides all the way to the shore.

Dreamland truly shines as a low-tide break when the swell grows larger in conjunction with a morning low tide. It’s no wonder Dreamland is one of the surf camp’s most beloved waves.

The consistency at which we have excellent beginner surfing conditions at Padang Padang is really something that must be experienced to be understood. Today was no exception as we had a bright and sunny morning with clear water and fun waves! The surf has picked up slightly in size to shoulder high on the sets, and the forecast read 2 ft. at 16 seconds from 220 degrees. The wind blew perfectly offshore, and the surface of the ocean was smooth and ideal. The surfers worked on getting to their feet and maintaining the functional stance as they ride down the line, and catching green waves on their own.

Bali is the perfect location to learn to surf, and Padang Padang is the perfect beginner wave. It’s slow, rolling pace and convenient channel provide the perfect platform for you to begin your surfing journey.

Our intermediate surfers seized on the opportunity afforded to them with the dropping swell to paddle out through the iconic cave at Uluwatu this morning. The swell has backed off in size to 4 ft. at 13 seconds from 210 degrees, which is just enough for our intermediate surfers to surf the wave safely and enjoyably. The waves were in the shoulder-high range on most sets, with the occasional overhead and larger set wave coming through. The water was crystal clear, the wind blew ever so lightly offshore, and the waves were everything our surfers hoped for. The surfers worked on developing drive from their bottom turns, an essential skillset every surfer must master.

The forecast shows the swell continuing to drop for one more day, with small to moderate-sized swells present through the next week or so. Let’s go!