Legian Beach
IntermediateSurf report
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.9 m | 1.8m 9s SSW | 1 km/h off | -0.9m |
| 9 AM | 1.8 m | 1.8m 9s SSW | 10 km/h cross | 0.7m |
| 12 PM | 1.7 m | 1.7m 9s SSW | 12 km/h cross | 0.9m |
| 3 PM | 1.7 m | 1.6m 8s SSW | 13 km/h cross | -0.4m |
| 6 PM | 1.6 m | 1.6m 8s SSW | 12 km/h cross | -0.2m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.3 m | 1.3m 8s SSW | 8 km/h cross | -1.1m |
| 9 AM | 1.3 m | 1.3m 8s SSW | 13 km/h cross | 0.4m |
| 12 PM | 1.3 m | 1.3m 8s SSW | 16 km/h cross | 0.9m |
| 3 PM | 1.3 m | 1.2m 7s SSW | 17 km/h cross | -0.2m |
| 6 PM | 1.3 m | 1.2m 7s SSW | 14 km/h cross | -0.4m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.2 m | 1.1m 7s SSW | 8 km/h off | -1.1m |
| 9 AM | 1.2 m | 1.0m 7s SSW | 12 km/h cross | -0.0m |
| 12 PM | 1.2 m | 1.0m 7s SSW | 13 km/h cross | 0.8m |
| 3 PM | 1.2 m | 1.0m 7s SSW | 13 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 6 PM | 1.3 m | 1.0m 7s S | 6 km/h cross | -0.5m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.3 m | 0.8m 7s SSW | 3 km/h off | -0.9m |
| 9 AM | 1.3 m | 0.8m 10s SSW | 9 km/h cross | -0.3m |
| 12 PM | 1.3 m | 0.8m 10s SSW | 18 km/h cross | 0.7m |
| 3 PM | 1.3 m | 0.8m 10s SSW | 16 km/h cross | 0.3m |
| 6 PM | 1.2 m | 0.8m 10s SSW | 13 km/h cross | -0.4m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 AM | 1.8m | 1.8m SSW | 9s | 15 SE cross | 1.1m |
| 12 PM | 1.7m | 1.7m SSW | 9s | 12 SE cross | 0.9m |
| 1 PM | 1.7m | 1.7m SSW | 9s | 11 SE cross | 0.5m |
| 2 PM | 1.7m | 1.7m SSW | 9s | 14 SE cross | 0.0m |
| 3 PM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 8s | 13 SE cross | -0.4m |
| 4 PM | 1.6m | 1.6m SSW | 8s | 10 SE cross | -0.6m |
| 5 PM | 1.6m | 1.6m SSW | 8s | 12 SE cross | -0.5m |
| 6 PM | 1.6m | 1.6m SSW | 8s | 12 SE cross | -0.2m |
| 7 PM | 1.6m | 1.5m SSW | 8s | 8 ESE cross | 0.3m |
| 8 PM | 1.5m | 1.5m SSW | 8s | 8 ESE cross | 0.9m |
| 9 PM | 1.5m | 1.5m SSW | 8s | 5 ENE off | 1.4m |
| 10 PM | 1.5m | 1.5m SSW | 8s | 6 NNE off | 1.7m |
| 11 PM | 1.5m | 1.5m SSW | 8s | 4 ENE off | 1.7m |
| 12 AM | 1.5m | 1.4m SSW | 8s | 8 E cross | 1.4m |
| 1 AM | 1.4m | 1.4m SSW | 8s | 6 E cross | 0.8m |
| 2 AM | 1.4m | 1.4m SSW | 8s | 3 E cross | 0.1m |
| 3 AM | 1.4m | 1.4m SSW | 8s | 3 ESE cross | -0.5m |
| 4 AM | 1.4m | 1.4m SSW | 8s | 6 E cross | -1.0m |
| 5 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 8s | 7 E cross | -1.2m |
| 6 AM | 1.3m | 1.3m SSW | 8s | 8 E cross | -1.1m |
| 7 AM | 1.3m | 1.3m SSW | 8s | 9 E cross | -0.7m |
| 8 AM | 1.3m | 1.3m SSW | 8s | 11 ESE cross | -0.2m |
| 9 AM | 1.3m | 1.3m SSW | 8s | 13 ESE cross | 0.4m |
| 10 AM | 1.3m | 1.3m SSW | 8s | 12 ESE cross | 0.8m |
About Legian Beach
Legian Beach is one of the most accessible and beginner-friendly surf beaches in Bali. Situated right between Kuta and Seminyak, this beach combines gentle waves, a sand bottom and a quieter atmosphere than its neighbors. It's ideal for those learning to surf, thanks to its ample space to maneuver and the availability of surf schools. It's also an excellent option for those who have already mastered the basics and want to progress in a relaxed environment.
Local knowledge
The main hazards here are rip currents that can pull you down the beach and out to sea fast, especially around mid-to-high tide and on bigger swells β keep an eye on landmarks and don't fight the rip if it grabs you. Beach traffic is the other big one: surf schools, beginners on foamies, and swimmers crowd the inside, so collisions are a real risk. Sandy bottom means no reef, but watch for the occasional jellyfish and the strong shorebreak shutting down on a low-tide push.
Dead easy access β park your scooter or car along Jalan Pantai Legian or near one of the beachfront warungs and walk straight across the sand to the water. There are plenty of beachfront cafes, surf rentals and schools strung along the front if you need a board or a post-session Bintang. Paddle out through the channels between the peaks to avoid the worst of the whitewater and the beginner crowds.
A standard shortboard works on a clean head-high day, but on the typical soft, sloppy beachbreak conditions you'll have way more fun on something with extra volume β a fish, groveler, or mid-length to keep your speed through the mushy sections. Beginners and improvers should grab a soft-top or a bigger foamie from the schools right on the sand.
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Where to go now
Legian Beach vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legian Beach Best now this spot | 1.8m | 1.8m 9s | 15 cross | Good |
| 0 km away | 1.8m | 1.8m 9s | 12 cross | Good |
| 2 km away | 1.8m | 1.8m 9s | 12 cross | Good |
| 2 km away | 1.6m | 1.5m 9s | 12 cross | Good |
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Surf schools & local guides near Legian Beach
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Bali Da Waves Surf school
β 5.0Jl. Double Six, Seminyak, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Operating along the legendary Legian and Kuta stretch, this hugely popular school has helped a flood of travelers ride their first waves. A reliable pick for beginners and intermediates wanting tried-and-tested coaching in famously friendly surf.
975 Google reviews
Tio Surf
β 5.0Legian, Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia
A friendly Legian Beach operation that's earned a glowing reputation for getting first-timers up and riding on Kuta's forgiving beach breaks. Great for travelers who want patient, hands-on coaching just steps from the sand.
467 Google reviews
Bali Surf Teacher Surf lessons
β 5.0Seminyak, Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Personable instruction on the mellow Legian beach breaks, ideal for newcomers and those building confidence on Bali's most accessible waves. A solid choice if you value a teaching-focused, encouraging approach.
310 Google reviews
Sand Surf School and Lost paradise Beach Bar
β 5.0Jl. Pantai Kuta No.47-B, Legian, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Part surf school, part laid-back beach bar right on Legian, where you can trade waves for a cold drink between sessions. Perfect for beginners and intermediates who want their surf trip to come with good vibes and a place to hang out.
255 Google reviews
TRIDATU SURF SCHOOL KUTA BALI
β 5.0in the front of Wyndham Garden hotel, Jl. Pantai Kuta, Legian, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
A well-regarded KutaβLegian school running lessons on the long, gentle beach breaks that made this stretch a learner's favorite. Suits beginners and progressing surfers looking for reliable, local coaching.
212 Google reviews
Harry Potter Surf School
β 5.0Jl. Pantai Kuta No.32, Legian, beach, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
A characterful little school on Legian Beach with a fun, easygoing reputation for turning nervous first-timers into stoked surfers. Best for beginners and intermediates who want a relaxed, memorable intro to Bali's waves.
114 Google reviews
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Surfing in Bali
Full Bali surf guide βBali is the beating heart of Indonesian surfing β the island that put the archipelago on the world surf map back in the early 1970s, and still the easiest place on earth to fall in love with riding waves in the tropics. It packs an absurd density of quality breaks into a small island: machine-perfect reef barrels on the Bukit Peninsula, mellow beach breaks on the west coast, and a Bali Sea wave or two over on the east.
βοΈGetting there
Bali is the simplest surf destination in Indonesia to reach. Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) in Denpasar handles direct flights from across Asia and Australia, plus connections worldwide via Jakarta, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Doha and beyond. From Australia it's a short hop from Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane.
π΅Getting around
The default surfer transport is a scooter (110β150cc). It's cheap, easy to rent daily or monthly, and lets you slip down narrow Bukit lanes and beat the traffic. Bring or rent a board rack/strap. Wear a helmet, ride sober, and know that traffic is chaotic and Bali's road-accident rate is high β many travellers come unstuck here.
π€οΈClimate & season
Bali has two seasons. The dry season runs roughly April to October β sunny, lower humidity, and the prime surf window for the south and west coasts, with consistent groundswell and clean morning offshore winds. This is peak season; expect crowds and book ahead.