Best Beginner Surf Spot in Bali | Samasama Surf Bali
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting into surfing, Bali is likely to be on your hit list of top coastal spots to visit for a session riding the waves. However, if you are just starting to engage in this type of sports, it is better to pick up specific locations: to simplify your search, we have created a list of the best beginner surf spots in Bali. Home to countless beaches and an array of reputable surf schools, the Island of the Gods has developed a surf scene to rival the likes of California, Australia and Hawaii. Plus, many of the serene stretches of coastline come with a swell that's simply perfect for beginners who are still learning the ropes.
When best time to surf in Bali for beginners
The peak season stretches from April to October, Bali's driest months. However, the wetter months still boast plenty of sunny days and can provide ideal conditions for surfing. Moreover, the beaches are likely to be quieter, too. The waves also tend to be consistently smaller during the green season, offering less intimidating conditions for first-timers, which is a definite bonus. If you're just starting out, it's important to select the right stretch of shoreline to develop your skill base before heading to famous surf spots that tend to attract the pros. It's never worth putting your safety at risk in order to ride the waves! Thereby, we've rounded up a selection of the best beginner surf spots in Bali.
High Tide Spot
Stretched along the Bukit Peninsula in southern Bali, Padang Padang Right provides an ideal destination for beginners. The beach is situated 3km north from the temple at Uluwatu --- and it acts as a mecca for swimmers and sunbathers, too. Unlike the famous Bali pipeline of Padang Padang Left that attracts surfing pros from across the world, the right side of the beach is suitable for both beginner and intermediate level surfers. During high tide, the waves are long and unbroken, providing advantageous conditions for those that want to hone their skills and make the leap from white water to unbroken swells
If you're on the hunt for a surf center in this area, Samasama Surf Bali offers standard beginners' surfing lessons of 2.5 hours. These provide the chance for you to learn how to handle the board, paddle out to the ocean and stand up on the board to catch the waves. Usually, after a couple of hours' practice, beginners will have mastered standing on their board. With a few days' worth of lessons, you might be mastering basic turns and taking gentle rides along smaller waves.
Surf Spot Dreamland
Another beginner surf spots in Bali is also positioned on Bali's spectacular Bukit Peninsula. The waves here don't tend to get too high, which makes the conditions ideal for beginners. The sandy-bottom break and soft, flat waves provide model conditions to help you build up your skills. When the waves are small, the inside left of the beach is the best position to be in. When they're greater than four feet high, the right and left outside of the beach is better. However, it's worth bearing in mind that the swell here can rise to up to six feet and above on some windier days. On these occasions, it's probably best to leave surfing to the pros!
Stretching for over 300m along Bali's idyllic coastline, Dreamland Beach is also a marvellous place to soak up sunset views in one of the many beach cafes once your surfing day is done. In terms of surf centres, the Dreamland Surf School Bali is conveniently-positioned for equipment rental and lessons. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the centre from the airport and Kuta Beach.
