Question 1

What is the best time to do surfing in Uluwatu?

Accepted Answer

Situated in the southern tip of Bali, Uluwatu is a surfer’s paradise. You will be able to dive all the way to warung via sealed roads, making all the different four sections of the beach easily accessible. The five different surfing sections in Uluwatu include:The Temple: The long and hollow waves that come with the mid and high tidesThe Peak: just in front of the warung along the caves and they come with high tidesRacetrack: super fast barrels on low tidesOutside Corners: Wherein the corners of the lip don’t start breaking until the swell is already 8’ range. This is perfect for long and fast rides.The Bombie: monster waves on very large swells and available during the rainy season around October.Consequently, the seasonal breaks offer the best surfing opportunities. April to October is when you get the best swells and it is also the wet/dry season in Uluwatu.

Question 2

Is it worth visiting Uluwatu for surfing?

Accepted Answer

Although one can enjoy a lot of things in Bali, Uluwatu is considered one of the best beached for surfing across the globe. Most of the surfing in Uluwatu happens around Bukit - a limestone peninsula on the southernmost tip of the island. It will offer very dramatic and steep cliffs, white sand beaches and impressive temples that can lure any surfer. Driving further south, you will encounter several other popular surf breaks including spots like Dreamland, Balangan, Bingin, Padang-Padang, Impossibles, Suluban and lastly, the Uluwatu Beach itself.Also, the most important factor that makes Uluwatu a perfect stop for surfing is the highly consistent waves.

Question 3

Which season sees the peak of surfers in Uluwatu?

Accepted Answer

The highly consistent Uluwatu surfs have been the focal point among surfers of all levels traveling to Bali. This is the part of the island that gets swells of all sizes, ranging from small (perfect for beginners) to huge monster waves. While surfers travel to Uluwatu all across the year, June to October is the time when you will see surfboards everywhere! This is when the sea offers the most dramatic swells and the perfect GoPro moments!

Question 4

What will be duration of surfing in Uluwatu?

Accepted Answer

This depends on what you are seeking. Professional surfers stay for more than months riding the waves during the dry-wet seasons across the beaches in Uluwatu. However, surfing classes are also offered for beginners and range from basic one-day courses to weekly courses that help build your skills. If you have been looking forward to taking your first surfing lesson and understand the sport, a weeklong surfing vacation would be highly recommended.On the other hand, you can always rent a surf board for a day and ride the waves with just a guide assisting you.

Question 5

What is the price of surfing in Uluwatu?

Accepted Answer

The price of surfing varies according to the surf school you choose and the package your go for. Here are the top picks with the prices:Padang Padang Surf Camp – US$50 for couples (starts at US$23 for a standard surf lesson)Pro Surf School – Beginners surf lessons starting at US$38Rapture Surf Club – Weekly surfing packages starting at US$161.Surf Goddess Retreat – Surf, Spa and yoga packages starting at US$2195 per personRip curl School of Surf – Starts at US$141 for three sessionsUP2U Surf School – Starts at US$25 per person per daySurf Buddy Bali – Private and beginners surf lessons starting at US$30 and US$25 per person for group lessonsOdyssey Surf School – Group lessons starting at US$35 per personSantai Surf School – Starts at US$36

Question 6

Is it safe to do surfing in Uluwatu?

Accepted Answer

Uluwatu offers all kinds of waves, ranging from low tides to huge monster swells. Your safety will always depend on your level of experience and the beach you choose. While there will always be rescue teams across the surfing beaches, it is necessary that you choose the location wisely, according to your skill level. The reefs can be particularly dangerous as they are shallow and falling in can hit your hard.

Surfing in Uluwatu