Nusa Dua
ExpertSurf report
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.5 m | 2.4m 13s SSW | 3 km/h off | 1.3m |
| 9 AM | 2.4 m | 2.3m 12s SSW | 4 km/h off | 0.8m |
| 12 PM | 2.3 m | 2.2m 12s SSW | 2 km/h cross | -0.2m |
| 3 PM | 2.2 m | 2.0m 12s SSW | 6 km/h cross | -0.1m |
| 6 PM | 2.1 m | 1.9m 12s SSW | 7 km/h cross | 0.6m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.9 m | 1.7m 12s SSW | 13 km/h cross | 1.3m |
| 9 AM | 1.9 m | 1.6m 12s SSW | 16 km/h off | 1.1m |
| 12 PM | 2.0 m | 1.6m 11s SSW | 24 km/h cross | -0.1m |
| 3 PM | 2.0 m | 1.6m 12s SSW | 24 km/h cross | -0.5m |
| 6 PM | 2.0 m | 1.6m 12s SSW | 22 km/h cross | 0.4m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.1 m | 1.6m 12s SSW | 19 km/h cross | 1.2m |
| 9 AM | 2.1 m | 1.6m 12s SSW | 22 km/h cross | 1.5m |
| 12 PM | 2.1 m | 1.5m 12s SSW | 23 km/h cross | 0.2m |
| 3 PM | 2.0 m | 1.5m 12s SSW | 22 km/h cross | -0.8m |
| 6 PM | 2.0 m | 1.5m 12s SSW | 21 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.8 m | 1.5m 11s SSW | 14 km/h cross | 0.8m |
| 9 AM | 1.8 m | 1.4m 11s SSW | 21 km/h cross | 1.7m |
| 12 PM | 1.8 m | 1.4m 11s SSW | 23 km/h cross | 0.7m |
| 3 PM | 1.8 m | 1.4m 11s SSW | 22 km/h cross | -0.8m |
| 6 PM | 1.8 m | 1.3m 10s SSW | 22 km/h cross | -0.4m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 AM | 2.6m | 2.4m SSW | 13s | 5 NNE off | 0.1m |
| 1 AM | 2.6m | 2.4m SSW | 13s | 4 NNE off | 0.2m |
| 2 AM | 2.5m | 2.4m SSW | 13s | 3 NNE off | 0.4m |
| 3 AM | 2.5m | 2.4m SSW | 13s | 2 N off | 0.7m |
| 4 AM | 2.5m | 2.4m SSW | 13s | 2 N off | 0.9m |
| 5 AM | 2.5m | 2.4m SSW | 13s | 3 NNW off | 1.2m |
| 6 AM | 2.5m | 2.4m SSW | 13s | 3 NNW off | 1.3m |
| 7 AM | 2.4m | 2.3m SSW | 13s | 6 NNW off | 1.3m |
| 8 AM | 2.4m | 2.3m SSW | 13s | 5 N off | 1.1m |
| 9 AM | 2.4m | 2.3m SSW | 12s | 4 NNE off | 0.8m |
| 10 AM | 2.4m | 2.3m SSW | 12s | 3 NE off | 0.4m |
| 11 AM | 2.3m | 2.2m SSW | 12s | 3 E cross | 0.1m |
| 12 PM | 2.3m | 2.2m SSW | 12s | 2 ESE cross | -0.2m |
| 1 PM | 2.3m | 2.2m SSW | 12s | 2 E cross | -0.3m |
| 2 PM | 2.2m | 2.1m SSW | 12s | 3 E cross | -0.3m |
| 3 PM | 2.2m | 2.0m SSW | 12s | 6 E cross | -0.1m |
| 4 PM | 2.2m | 1.9m SSW | 12s | 8 ENE off | 0.1m |
| 5 PM | 2.1m | 1.8m SSW | 12s | 6 ENE off | 0.4m |
| 6 PM | 2.1m | 1.9m SSW | 12s | 7 E cross | 0.6m |
| 7 PM | 2.1m | 1.9m SSW | 12s | 12 ESE cross | 0.8m |
| 8 PM | 2.1m | 2.0m SSW | 12s | 12 ESE cross | 0.7m |
| 9 PM | 2.1m | 1.9m SSW | 12s | 10 ESE cross | 0.6m |
| 10 PM | 2.0m | 1.9m SSW | 12s | 12 ESE cross | 0.4m |
| 11 PM | 2.0m | 1.8m SSW | 12s | 10 E cross | 0.2m |
About Nusa Dua
Nusa Dua, in southeastern Bali, is known for its luxury resorts and quiet beaches... but it's also home to one of the most powerful and consistent waves on the island. The Nusa Dua reef break is a world-class spot that picks up big south swells, offering long, fast, and powerful sections. Being more sheltered and east-facing, it works best during the wet season, when many other spots are onshore. It's ideal for high-intermediate to advanced surfers, as the wave is intense, breaks far from shore, and access is by boat.
Local knowledge
Shallow, sharp live coral reef sitting well out from shore, with serious currents that move along the reef and pull you off the peak β easy to get swept down the line or out the back when the swell is up. It's a long way from the beach, so a snapped leash or broken board on a big day leaves you in a bad spot; sea urchins are common in the shallows over the inside reef.
Boat-only access β arrange an outrigger or jukung from the beach by the Nusa Dua resorts/Geger area, as it's too far and too current-affected to paddle out reliably. Have the boatman drop you near the takeoff and keep him standing by; entry and exit are from the boat in the channel, not off the rocks or sand.
Bring your standard shortboard for smaller, punchy days, but step up to a 6'6"β7'0" semi-gun once it's overhead and pushing β this wave is fast and powerful and you'll want the paddle speed and drive to make the sections. On a big east-season swell a proper gun isn't overkill.
moderate β be polite, wait your turn.
Where to go now
Nusa Dua vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nusa Dua Best now this spot | 2.6m | 2.4m 13s | 5 off | Epic |
| 3 km away | 2.6m | 2.4m 13s | 5 off | Epic |
| 8 km away | 2.8m | 2.6m 13s | 5 off | Epic |
| 10 km away | 2.0m | 2.0m 13s | 6 off | Epic |
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Surf schools & local guides near Nusa Dua
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Walkus Surf School Nusa Dua Bali
β 5.0Nusa Dua Beach, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Set near Nusa Dua, this well-loved school teaches on the area's clean reef and beach waves, with the quieter, upscale side of Bali as a backdrop. A reliable pick for beginners and intermediates looking for attentive coaching.
308 Google reviews
Raja Surf Lesson Nua Dua, Bali
β 5.0Jl. Pantai Peminge, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Tucked near the gentle, forgiving breaks of Nusa Dua, Raja Surf Lesson is a great spot to catch your first waves or sharpen your turns in mellow conditions. Friendly coaching makes it especially welcoming for newcomers and improvers alike.
84 Google reviews
Surfing lesson nusa dua bali
β 5.0654W+Q5R, Jl. Taman Giri, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Set along the calm, beginner-friendly waves of Nusa Dua, this school keeps things simple and approachable for anyone wanting to learn or build confidence in the water. Ideal for first-timers and surfers still finding their footing.
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RunningFish Bali surf School
β 5.0Pantai Sawangan( at Warung Nelayan, Jl. Nusa Dua, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80363, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
RunningFish brings an easygoing, playful vibe to the soft Nusa Dua breaks, perfect for paddling out for the first time or refining your basics. A solid choice for beginners and intermediate surfers chasing relaxed, friendly sessions.
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Ombak Ombak Surf School
β 5.0Jl. Pura Geger, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80362, Indonesia
Named for the rolling waves themselves, Ombak Ombak sits beside the mellow Nusa Dua surf and offers laid-back lessons for those just getting started or working toward steadier rides. Welcoming for beginners and improvers.
59 Google reviews
Surfing nusadua - Surf school & Surf guide
β 5.0Gg. Bambu, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Part surf school, part guiding service, this Nusa Dua outfit can get you up and riding the gentle whitewater or steer you toward the right peaks once you've found your feet. A flexible pick for learners and surfers wanting a little local know-how.
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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.