Bali Surf Spots Map — All 50+ Breaks (2026)

Every surf spot in Bali, mapped and reviewed: 50 breaks across six regions, from the world-class reefs of the Bukit Peninsula to beginner beach breaks in Kuta and the boat-access waves of the Nusa islands. Each guide covers wave type, best season, swell and wind direction, crowds, hazards and how to get there.

Use the interactive map to browse by location, or jump to a region below. Not sure where to start? The beginner’s guide matches spots to your level, and the free AI Surf Concierge picks breaks for your exact dates and ability.

Bukit Peninsula surf spots — Bali's World-Class Reef Breaks

The Bukit is Bali's most legendary surf zone — a dramatic limestone plateau that juts into the Indian Ocean at Bali's southern tip, surrounded by a ring of world-class reef breaks. The cliffs rise 50–70m above the water, with waves breaking at their base over shallow, volcanic reef. This is where Bali's surf reputation was made.

Best season: May–October · Drive from Kuta: 30–45 min

  • Uluwatu — Reef Break, Advanced, best May–Oct
  • Padang Padang — Reef Break, Expert-Only, best Jun–Sep
  • Impossibles — Reef Break, Advanced, best May–Oct
  • Bingin — Reef Break, Advanced, best May–Oct
  • Balangan — Reef Break, Intermediate, best May–Oct
  • Dreamland (New Kuta) — Beach Break, Intermediate, best May–Oct
  • Nyang Nyang — Reef Break, Advanced, best May–Oct
  • Green Ball — Reef Break, Intermediate, best May–Oct

Canggu surf spots — Bali's Surf & Culture Hub

Canggu has evolved from a quiet fishing village into Bali's most vibrant beach community. A stretch of black-sand beach running from Batu Bolong to Pererenan offers several surf breaks accessible to all levels. The area hums with cafes, surf schools, co-working spaces, boutique hotels, and one of Asia's most dynamic beach cultures.

Best season: April–October · Drive from Kuta: 20–30 min

East Coast surf spots — Year-Round Surf, Away from the Crowds

Bali's east coast catches a completely different swell to the west coast — SE groundswells generated by the Southern Ocean track up the east coast of Lombok and arrive at spots like Keramas and Ketewel with power and consistency. The east coast works when the west is flat, making it an essential alternative for any multi-week surf trip.

Best season: March–November · Drive from Kuta: 60–90 min

  • Keramas — Reef Break, Advanced, best Mar–Nov
  • Komune — Reef Break, Intermediate, best Mar–Nov
  • Ketewel — Reef Break, Advanced, best Mar–Nov
  • Lebih — River Mouth Break, Advanced, best Mar–Nov
  • Candidasa — Reef Break, Intermediate, best Apr–Oct
  • Amed — Beach Break, Intermediate, best Apr–Oct
  • Tulamben — Beach Break, Beginner-Friendly, best Apr–Oct
  • Tanjung Sari — Reef Break, Expert-Only, best Apr–Oct

West Coast surf spots — Long Rides, Village Vibes, Off the Beaten Track

Bali's west coast, running from Tanah Lot north to Gilimanuk, is the island's least-traveled surf zone. The flagship break is Medewi — a classic point break that reels for up to 300m and is suitable for all levels. The coastal road passes through fishing villages, rice paddies, and black-sand beaches that feel completely removed from tourist Bali.

Best season: April–October · Drive from Kuta: 2–3 hours

  • Medewi — Point Break, All-Levels, best Apr–Oct
  • Balian — River Mouth Break, Intermediate, best Apr–Oct
  • Tanah Lot — Reef Break, Intermediate, best Apr–Oct
  • Pasut Beach — Beach Break, Beginner-Friendly, best Apr–Oct
  • Soka Beach — Beach Break, Beginner-Friendly, best Apr–Oct

Nusa Islands surf spots — Island Escape with World-Class Waves

Three islands — Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Ceningan, and Nusa Penida — sit 15–25km southeast of Bali's coast and catch the same SW swells with a different angle. The Nusa Islands feel like a different world from mainland Bali — quieter, more natural, and with less development. Lembongan is the surf island; Penida is wilder and less accessible.

Best season: May–September · Drive from Kuta: 30 min to Sanur + 30–45 min fast boat