Canggu
West Bali Surf Spots
Surf Guide
Canggu is a strip of black-sand beach and reefbreaks that is known for having something for everyone. There are a few soft rolling waves that are ideal for beginners, some rippable peaks for high performance surfing, and when it's big, there are some gnarly beachfront barrels for expert surfers. Canggu is more south-facing than Kuta Beach and will usually be bigger, and is often the spot when the swell is small, and many of Bali's hottest surfers from Kuta will make the morning trip to Canggu. Because it faces further south, Canggu is also more affected by the tradewinds and is best in the early mornings. After 9am, it is frequently sideshore and not the perfect glass of a few hours earlier. br> LOCAL RESOURCES: Canggu Surf Club
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced.
Local Vibe
Doable
Relaxed yet watchful
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Busy yet relaxed.
Spot Rating
Fun
Good.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Medium
Water Quality
Clean
Often quite polluted with sewage.
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SW.
Wind
E-SE trades to calm.
Surf Height
Waist high to overhead.
Tide
Rising medium tide.