Keramas Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SW

Wind

Calm to light land breeze. NW monsoon wind is offshore, creating clean conditions.

Surf Height

Chest high to overhead.

Tide

Mid to high tide.

Keramas Surf Guide

High quality reef break off a black sand beach, exposed to onshore winds during the dry (trade-wind) season, but often still clean on glassy mornings.

Ability Level

Intermediate - Advanced

BegIntAdv

Intermediate to advanced.

Local Vibe

Welcoming

WelcomingIntimidating

Busy yet relaxed.

Crowd Factor

Heavy

MellowHeavy

Busy. Active surf community with many visitors.

Spot Rating

Perfect

PoorPerfect

Higher quality.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Short paddle from the end of the wave to the takeoff.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Clean.

Hazards

Shallow sections of reef.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Fish, Bodyboard, Funboard

Access

Parking available on road in front of the beach.

Bottom

Lava reef encrusted with coral.

Best Season

Year-round.

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