Bima Bay Outer
IntermediateSurf report
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.4 m | 1.3m 12s SSW | 5 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 9 AM | 1.4 m | 1.3m 12s SSW | 6 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 12 PM | 1.3 m | 1.3m 12s SSW | 3 km/h on | 0.0m |
| 3 PM | 1.3 m | 1.2m 12s SSW | 2 km/h on | 0.0m |
| 6 PM | 1.2 m | 1.2m 12s SW | 2 km/h on | 0.0m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.1 m | 1.0m 11s SW | 7 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 9 AM | 1.1 m | 1.0m 11s SW | 13 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 12 PM | 1.1 m | 0.9m 11s SW | 21 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 3 PM | 1.1 m | 0.8m 10s SW | 17 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 6 PM | 1.1 m | 0.8m 10s SW | 11 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.1 m | 0.9m 11s SSW | 6 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 9 AM | 1.1 m | 0.9m 11s SSW | 9 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 12 PM | 1.0 m | 0.9m 11s SSW | 13 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 3 PM | 1.0 m | 0.9m 11s SSW | 16 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 6 PM | 1.0 m | 0.9m 11s SSW | 12 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.0 m | 0.9m 10s SSW | 6 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 9 AM | 1.0 m | 0.8m 10s SSW | 9 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 12 PM | 1.0 m | 0.8m 10s SSW | 12 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 3 PM | 0.9 m | 0.8m 10s SSW | 13 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 6 PM | 0.9 m | 0.8m 10s SSW | 11 km/h cross | 0.0m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 13s | 6 ESE cross | 0.0m |
| 1 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 13s | 7 SE cross | 0.0m |
| 2 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 13s | 6 SE cross | 0.0m |
| 3 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 5 SE cross | 0.0m |
| 4 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 5 SE cross | 0.0m |
| 5 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 5 SE cross | 0.0m |
| 6 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 5 SE cross | 0.0m |
| 7 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 7 SE cross | 0.0m |
| 8 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 5 SE cross | 0.0m |
| 9 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 6 SE cross | 0.0m |
| 10 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 4 SSE on | 0.0m |
| 11 AM | 1.3m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 3 S on | 0.0m |
| 12 PM | 1.3m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 3 S on | 0.0m |
| 1 PM | 1.3m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 4 S on | 0.0m |
| 2 PM | 1.3m | 1.2m SSW | 12s | 3 S on | 0.0m |
| 3 PM | 1.3m | 1.2m SSW | 12s | 2 SW on | 0.0m |
| 4 PM | 1.3m | 1.2m SW | 12s | 4 WSW on | 0.0m |
| 5 PM | 1.2m | 1.2m SW | 12s | 3 WSW on | 0.0m |
| 6 PM | 1.2m | 1.2m SW | 12s | 2 WSW on | 0.0m |
| 7 PM | 1.2m | 1.2m SW | 12s | 4 SE cross | 0.0m |
| 8 PM | 1.2m | 1.1m SW | 12s | 6 SE cross | 0.0m |
| 9 PM | 1.2m | 1.1m SW | 12s | 6 SE cross | 0.0m |
| 10 PM | 1.2m | 1.1m SW | 12s | 6 SSE cross | 0.0m |
| 11 PM | 1.1m | 1.1m SW | 11s | 6 SSE on | 0.0m |
About Bima Bay Outer
Bima Bay Outer is a point break that wraps long, consistent lines into the sheltered waters of Bima Bay, making it a standout option for intermediate surfers seeking length and rhythm over raw power. The wave tends to be more organised than the exposed reef breaks of the region, offering nose-to-tail rides that are perfect for building flow and confidence. It can handle a range of swell windows and is a welcome change of pace from Sumbawa's heavier offerings. The scenic bay setting makes the paddle out an experience in itself.
Local knowledge
The point wraps over a mix of shallow reef and scattered rocks near the tip — watch your fins and ankles on lower tides, and sea urchins lurk in the reef crevices so booties are worth considering. A moderate rip runs back along the point on the outgoing tide, which helps the paddle out but can catch you off-guard if you drift wide on a long ride. Boat traffic is a real concern: Bima Bay is an active commercial and fishing harbour, so stay alert to ketinting and larger vessels cutting across the bay, especially in the early morning hours.
Base yourself in Bima town and hire an ojek or rent a scooter south toward the bay's eastern shoreline — most surfers use a small fishing village near the point as their landmark, where you can leave your board bag with a local warung for a small tip. The paddle out is straightforward, roughly 200–300 metres, and you can ride the rip along the point to make it easier; exit back to the same rocky ledge you entered from, timing it between sets. Alternatively, negotiate a boat drop with one of the local fishermen for a few dollars — a smart move if the rip is running hard or the tide is low over the entry rocks.
A mid-length or a performance longboard (9'0"–9'6") is ideal for maximising the wave's long, flowing lines and making the most of smaller, organised swells. On the rare days when a stronger swell pumps through the bay and the point picks up some push, step down to an all-round shortboard (6'2"–6'6") or a funboard to keep things responsive through the longer sections.
mellow — relaxed vibe.
Where to go now
Bima Bay Outer vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bima Bay Outer Best now this spot | 1.4m | 1.3m 13s | 6 cross | Epic |
| 35 km away | 2.3m | 2.1m 13s | 8 cross | Epic |
| 48 km away | 2.3m | 2.1m 13s | 10 off | Epic |
| 51 km away | 2.3m | 2.1m 13s | 5 off | Epic |
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Surfing in Sumbawa
Full Sumbawa surf guide →Sumbawa is Indonesia's rugged middle child, sitting east of Lombok and west of Flores, and it remains one of the archipelago's last genuine surf frontiers. Where Bali hums with traffic and beach clubs, Sumbawa offers dry savannah hills, empty white-sand bays, dusty roads and fishing villages where life still moves at its own pace.
✈️Getting there
Most surfers reach Sumbawa overland and by ferry from Bali or Lombok. The classic route is Bali to Lombok, then drive across Lombok to Kayangan and take the public ferry to Poto Tano in West Sumbawa (roughly 1.5–2 hours). From Poto Tano it's a 1–2 hour drive to the Maluk/Sekongkang surf zone.
🛵Getting around
Once on Sumbawa, a scooter is the cheapest and most flexible way to reach nearby breaks, and many surf camps in Maluk and Hu'u rent them with board racks. Roads on the main routes are decent, but expect potholes, livestock, dust in the dry season and stretches of rough or unsealed track to remote bays.
🌤️Climate & season
Sumbawa has a dry, hot tropical climate, drier and more arid than Bali, with two clear seasons. The dry season runs roughly April to October — this is prime surf time, with cleaner conditions, consistent groundswell and steady offshore-to-cross trade winds in the mornings.