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Everything you need to know about surfing at Uluwatu, Indonesia

Surf Conditions

Best time of the year June to September
Surf level required Intermediate to advanced
Best tide Any
Best swell direction S
Best wind direction NE
Seafloor Reef

Uluwatu, located on the southwest tip of the Bukit Peninsula in Bali, is a world-renowned surfing destination. The area features a series of breaks, including The Racetrack, The Peak, Temples, Outside Corner, and The Bombie, making it an ultra-consistent spot. Depending on the tide and swell size, any of these breaks will usually be firing at one point during the day. While The Peak is consistently pumping out the biggest waves, Temples is a fast, barrelling wave that is usually less crowded. The surf camp favourite section is the Racetrack, which starts directly in front of the paddle out of the cave and can provide an ultra-fast reef grinder with a big barrel at the end.

While Uluwatu is a popular surfing spot, it can also be a hazardous one. The strong currents, sharp and shallow reef, and steep stairs can all pose a risk, especially for unassuming surfers out of their depth. It's important to be patient and understand surfing etiquette, as the area can be crowded, especially when the surf is small. Overall, Uluwatu offers a vast, scattered jetty-like reef playground with different peaks turning on at different tides, making it a must-visit destination for surfers of all levels.

The best time of year to surf Uluwatu is during the winter, particularly in August when consistent clean waves are typically found 99% of the time.

What are the hazards to be aware of when surfing at Uluwatu?

Uluwatu is generally a very busy surf spot with experienced surfers hustling for waves, but there will usually be at least one of the five peaks at Uluwatu working well during any time of the day.

Uluwatu is generally recommended for advanced surfers due to the strong currents, sharp reef, and crowded conditions.

Uluwatu is surfable all tides, but the best possible conditions for larger swells are very low tides. Smaller and medium swells work well on all tides.

Uluwatu in Bali, Indonesia, is an iconic surf spot known for its world-class waves. It's comprised of several different breaks, each with its own characteristics. Generally, the waves in Uluwatu are powerful and the spot is surrounded by sharp reef, which can make it quite challenging. Therefore, it's typically recommended for intermediate to advanced surfers. It's also important to take the strong currents into account, especially when trying to paddle back out or when getting in and out of the water.