Best Surf Spot in Bali for Newbies

Bali have Several Spot for newbies to try, and there are many famed places to surf around the island, but some are often dominated by pro-territorial, riding and fighting for the best waves. The following beaches within reach of major surf school and sit comfortably in the main tourist center.

Kuta Beach 
This sandy beach stretch has fun and easy waves for the virgin surfer and novice to intermediate rider, with small swells and a variety of surf schools lining the beach. The waves are consistent, measuring at an average of one to three feet. However, the currents are sure to increase in the late afternoon.

Best Surf Spot in Bali for Newbies

Legian Beach 
Known as the sister resort to Kuta Beach. The waves come in a steady variety (similar to Kuta) with a sandy break averaging one to three feet waves, with swells increasing in the late afternoon. There are also notable surf schools found in Legian, such as the Rip Curl School of Surf and the Surf Academy at the Legian Beach Hotel, accredited by the Australian Academy of Surfing Instructors. The academy also offers fantastic wave-riding courses in the front of its garden pool.

Legian Beach Bali Surf Spot

Seminyak Beach 
Seminyak Beach Just north of Legian Beach, Seminyak offers a great deal of swell often double the size of Kuta Beach. The ideal rideable waves offer plenty of lefts and rights as well as short lengths, great for surf virgins and kiddie riders. Right on the borders of Legian, Dhyana Pura has some decent waves level to Kuta, and is way less crowded with an array of surf schools and camps running across the coast.

Seminyak Beach Bali Surf Spot

Batu Bolong Beach (Echo Beach) and Canguu Pantai Batu Bolong,
 as named by the locals, is a beautiful sandy beach stretch from Seminyak boasting amazing views of the Indian Ocean. The panoramic view of the sunset is simply breathtaking and a fave site for sunset surfs. Nicknamed ‘Echo Beach‘ by the expat surfers, the waves cater to all types, from learners to the pros. There’s a consistent break and flat rock bed with waves under six feet, but learners should take caution when heading out as there are no lifeguards patrolling the coast. Even if you’re still learning the art of surfing…take it up notch. Go ahead and impress your surf instructor for the next surf sesh and get your extra dose of the chillest BIGGER wave spots in Bali, but remember to always stay safe and know your limits!

Batu Bolong Beach  Bali Surf Spot