Bali Surf Report and Surf Forecast

The new swell has arrived and it brought massive waves with it. Padang-Padang was pumping this morning and many surfers got the waves of their lives. Although this wave clearly is not for everybody, the smaller, more user-friendly version of it called “Baby-Padang” was perfect for catching the first green waves.

Due to the big swell, there was a strong current which made it a little difficult to stay in the right place in the line-up. With local knowledge of our surf guides, this was no problem at all! It is important to know the currents and the surf spots very well on days like today. Especially at surf spots like Padang-Padang or Uluwatu. Having more knowledge about the waves and surf breaks will make you more comfortable in the water, have more fun, and progress quicker.

What could be a better way to start the weekend than scoring perfect waves in Bali?! That’s right, not much! Offshore wind conditions and head-high sets delivered perfectly shaped left-handers at one of our favorite surf breaks, Balangan.

Race down the line or try to hide underneath the lip, there are many ways you can surf this wave. More often the waves are breaking very fast and it is important to get enough speed to make it to the open face. When you do, be ready for a long paddle back, because you might surf it all the way to the beach. On long waves like this, you can do bottom and top turns and really enjoy the ride.

Finding an uncrowded surf spot in Bali can be a difficult task. Knowing all the spots and the best times when to go surfing is a huge advantage. With the help of our local surf instructors, this gets much easier.

Going to Balangan today was the right choice. The waves weren’t that big, but shape and consistency are more important. Long, clean left-handers offered plenty of surf time. Paddling back to the line-up was easy and many waves could be caught. A day well spent in the water and on the beach. Now it is time to enjoy the afternoon and coming sunset.

When the waves are small, Uluwatu becomes a joyful playground for all kinds of surf levels. Beginner and intermediate surfers will like the mellow waves on a higher tide, while advanced surfers want to race down the line on a lower tide at race tracks.

This morning was great to get your first surf session done at Uluwatu. You don’t want to go when it’s too big. It might look not so big from above but once you are in the water, you need to be able to deal with whatever comes. Getting to know this surf spot with professional guides is highly recommended. They will show you all the tips and tricks you need to know to surf this wave and have a great experience.

This morning we went to Balangan. Normally on a smaller swell, we like to surf Uluwatu, but with such a high tide like today, there wouldn’t be much of a wave. Balangan then has a rippable wave that breaks nicely over the reef. Perfect for intermediate surfers who prefer not-so-corded line-ups.

The wave offers room for a turn, generating speed, or a floater at the end section if you time it right. In other words, a great place to practice all the fundamentals of surfing. Mastering the basics are key to a successful progression of your surfing skills. Get them right, and everything else will follow!

Learning how to surf could open a new chapter of your life. Who knows, maybe this one experience will change the way you think of the world or it might just become a hobby you love to pursue. In any case, it is something you won’t forget. Once you had a surfing holiday, it is likely you will have another one soon.

What destination could be better than Bali? The variety of waves, nature, and culture is what makes the “Island of Gods” so unique. A place you will want to come back to for sure. The friendliness of the people and relaxed vibe make you feel at home immediately. There is nothing you will miss, only more you want to discover.

What a great afternoon session at Dreamland today! The waves were pumping and the crowd wasn’t bad at all. A moderate offshore breeze gave the waves a perfect shape. Down the line surfing and big turns are what everyone was aiming for.

The blue water and white sand beach make the experience even better. Hang out at one of the beach bars and enjoy an ice-cold coconut after surfing or just relax on one of the day beds. It is a great beach to bring your family to. Just watch out for the shore break, it can be quite heavy on a higher tide and bigger swell and many local kids love to surf it.

Practice, patience, and commitment are what it takes to progress in surfing. It can be hard at some point, but when you catch that one perfect wave, it was all worth it! It even gives you more motivation again to keep going and get better and better.

In Uluwatu, you can catch that one perfect wave. Not only that but you can also capture that special moment in a photo. It’s great as a memory but also to see yourself on the wave and you can learn from it. It will help you understand what can be improved on and what you are doing well. This is an important part of making progress and the next time you go surfing, you will be prepared to catch another perfect wave.