Surf spots along Bali's West Coast

Medewi, Balian and Pulukan

Along Bali's West Coast you will find Medewi, Balian and Pulukan which are off the beaten track, Medewi is the main town here, where you find Medewi point, a rocky bottom left hander point break and this wave can break for up to 500m. Medewi is a workable wave that can be steep but it also has a long shoulder. It is the perfect wave for goofy footers. Medewi pumps out the longest ride on the island, even though you won't be in the barrel for very long.

Medewi is gaining popularity; it's a two to three hour trip from Kuta, so you should be able to find some privacy and avoid the crowds. On a day when Medewi isn't too crowded, there are plenty of river mouths nearby that can be surfed, such as Balian and an A frame wave, Pulukan.

Medewi Balian Pulukan

HAZARDS TO BE AWARE OF:

CROWDS

Bali's West Coast Surf Spots are known for their relaxed surfing vibe, which sets them apart from the beaches in the south of Bali. The line up is seeing more surfers but with a mix of beginner, intermediate and advanced sections at the point everyone can be accomodated. There are some worries about localism but as long as you respect the locals and use the correct surf etiquette you'll be fine.

ENTRY

Along the Medewi break, there are three portions. Look for a gap in the portions when you can get outside and try your luck wading across the cobblestones. Before you go outside, think about putting on some booties because you might tread on some barnacles that are clinging to the many cobbles along the beach. It's a leisurely paddle to the point once you're outside.

TIDES

Bali's West Coast Surf Spots work at all tides, however the mid-to-high tide is usually best as the wave is smoother and more reliable when there is more water over the reef. Longer rides that can extend along the bay are possible with these tides since the waves break more uniformly. The best times to surf Bali's West Coast Surf Spots is early morning and late afternoon as this is when there are less people and a calmer wind. For both intermediate and experienced surfers, Medewi's ideal swell size is between three and six feet, offering a balance of power and accessibility.

HAZARDS

Surfers surfing Bali's West Coast Surf Spots should be mindful of strong currents, there are often rip currents along these coastlines so surfers should be cautious. If a surfer loses control or gets washed in, rocks and reefs close to the coast could cause harm, be careful of sharp rocks and cobblestone. There have been sporadic reports of shark sightings in Balian, so surfers should use caution while going farther out. Additionally, surfers in these places may be at risk from local fauna such as sea urchins and jellyfish, as well as spiky coral.

WHAT IS THE BEACH LIKE?

The beaches found along Bali's West Coast Surf Spots are lined with a rocky shoreline and long black sand beaches. They are known for their lengthy, rippable left hand rides which are frequently seen in surf competitions in Bali. The beaches have beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and a relaxed Balinese vibe. This fishing village is lined with traditional fishing boats along the shore. For tourists seeking peace and natural beauty, the West Coast is the place to be.

Surf Spots

MEDEWI POINT BREAK

Medewi is a calm left-hand point break with a rocky bottom. It offers long rides. Because of its more isolated location and the longer paddle to the queue, Medewi is less popular than other places in Bali. This point break is ideal for those looking for a more laid-back and uncrowded surfing experience because it operates best at mid to high tide and offers surfers steady, pleasurable waves.

Wave type Point Break

Wave difficulty Intermediate and Advanced.

Wave direction Left

Wave bottom Cobblestone

BALIAN BEACH

For surfers wanting to surf less crowded line ups, Balian is an excellent destination. It provides year-round rideable conditions with rock and sand bottoms and is well-known for its consistency, diversity of waves, and welcoming local atmosphere. For intermediate and Advanced surfers, the A-frame break, which offers lefts and rights, guarantees an unforgettable experience.

Wave type Rivermouth

Wave difficulty Intermediate and Advanced

Wave direction A Frame

Wave bottom Sand and Rock

PULUKAN BEACH

Pulukan Beach is located right before you reach Medewi. Two peaks that give a left and a right split into one another here. This break is most effective when the tide is too low for Medewi and occurs on low to mid-tide. This break will end if the swell gets too high.

Wave type Beach Break

Wave difficulty Intermediate and Advanced

Wave direction A frame

Wave bottom Sand and rock

TIDE CHART

Date	High tide (AM)	Low Tide (AM)	High tide (PM)	Low tide (PM)	Sunrise	Sunset
Monday, 24 March	1.22m / 03:44AM	1.2m / 06:25AM	1.8m / 03:17PM		06:22 AM	06:27 PM
Tuesday, 25 March	1.47m / 10:04AM	0.94m / 01:20AM	1.79m / 06:47PM	1.46m / 11:52PM	06:22 AM	06:27 PM
Wednesday, 26 March	1.69m / 09:10AM	0.75m / 02:24AM	2m / 08:13PM	1.22m / 02:16PM	06:22 AM	06:26 PM
Thursday, 27 March	1.95m / 09:22AM	0.57m / 02:57AM	2.22m / 09:04PM	0.9m / 00.57PM	06:22 AM	06:26 PM
Friday, 28 March	2.23m / 09:43AM	0.42m / 03:27AM	2.4m / 09:46PM	0.56m / 03:39PM	06:22 AM	06:25 PM
Saturday, 29 March	2.5m / 10:08AM	0.31m / 03:56AM	2.51m / 10:25PM	0.25m / 04:16PM	06:22 AM	06:25 PM
Sunday, 30 March	2.74m / 10:36AM	0.25m / 04:25AM	2.52m / 11:02PM	0.01m / 04:53PM	06:22 AM	06:24 PM
Monday, 31 March	2.9m / 11:06AM	0.24m / 04:55AM	2.45m / 11:39PM	0.13m / 05:31PM	06:22 AM	06:23 PM
Tuesday, 01 April	2.96m / 11:38AM	0.27m / 05:25AM		0.14m / 06:09PM	06:22 AM	06:23 PM
Wednesday, 02 April	2.31m / 00:16AM	0.35m / 05:56AM	2.92m / 12:12PM	0.03m / 06:48PM	06:22 AM	06:22 PM
Thursday, 03 April	2.1m / 00:52AM	0.49m / 06:27AM	2.76m / 12:46PM	0.18m / 07:29PM	06:21 AM	06:22 PM
Friday, 04 April	1.87m / 01:30AM	0.66m / 06:58AM	2.52m / 01:23PM	0.45m / 08:15PM	06:21 AM	06:21 PM
Saturday, 05 April	1.63m / 02:12AM	0.88m / 07:30AM	2.23m / 02:04PM	0.73m / 09:15PM	06:21 AM	06:21 PM
Sunday, 06 April	1.42m / 03:18AM	1.12m / 08:06AM	1.92m / 03:01PM	0.93m / 11:06PM	06:21 AM	06:20 PM
Monday, 07 April	1.39m / 07:06AM	1.36m / 10:12AM	1.71m / 05:38PM		06:21 AM	06:20 PM
Tuesday, 08 April	1.64m / 08:28AM	0.89m / 01:29AM	1.8m / 07:49PM	1.23m / 01:54PM	06:21 AM	06:19 PM
Wednesday, 09 April	1.87m / 08:57AM	0.77m / 02:28AM	1.95m / 08:47PM	0.97m / 02:49PM	06:21 AM	06:19 PM
Thursday, 10 April	2.08m / 09:21AM	0.67m / 03:02AM	2.08m / 09:25PM	0.74m / 03:24PM	06:21 AM	06:18 PM
Friday, 11 April	2.25m / 09:42AM	0.59m / 03:29AM	2.17m / 09:57PM	0.53m / 03:53PM	06:21 AM	06:18 PM
Saturday, 12 April	2.4m / 10:03AM	0.54m / 03:53AM	2.23m / 10:25PM	0.35m / 04:19PM	06:21 AM	06:17 PM
Sunday, 13 April	2.52m / 10:25AM	0.51m / 04:16AM	2.25m / 10:52PM	0.22m / 04:45PM	06:21 AM	06:17 PM
Monday, 14 April	2.59m / 10:47AM	0.5m / 04:39AM	2.22m / 11:19PM	0.14m / 05:11PM	06:21 AM	06:16 PM
Tuesday, 15 April	2.61m / 11:09AM	0.51m / 05:02AM	2.15m / 11:45PM	0.12m / 05:38PM	06:21 AM	06:16 PM
Wednesday, 16 April	2.59m / 11:33AM	0.55m / 05:24AM		0.16m / 06:05PM	06:21 AM	06:15 PM
Thursday, 17 April	2.05m / 00:11AM	0.62m / 05:46AM	2.53m / 11:57PM	0.25m / 06:33PM	06:21 AM	06:15 PM
Friday, 18 April	1.92m / 00:38AM	0.71m / 06:08AM	2.43m / 12:22PM	0.38m / 07:03PM	06:21 AM	06:15 PM
Saturday, 19 April	1.77m / 01:06AM	0.83m / 06:29AM	2.31m / 12:47PM	0.53m / 07:38PM	06:21 AM	06:14 PM
Sunday, 20 April	1.61m / 06:14AM	0.98m / 06:51AM	2.16m / 01:17PM	0.7m / 08:24PM	06:21 AM	06:14 PM
Monday, 21 April	1.47m / 02:31AM	1.14m / 07:17AM	1.99m / 01:57PM	0.85m / 09:38PM	06:21 AM	06:13 PM

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