East Bali · Indonesia
Surfing Keramas
A reef break in East Bali, Indonesia, for advanced and pro surfers.
- TypeReef Break
- LevelAdvanced / Pro
- Size3-10 ft
- Best monthsMay-Oct
- Crowd4/5
The wave
Keramas is a fast, hollow right over black sand and boulders on Bali's east coast. It was on the world tour, and it suits high-performance surfing: often a barrel at the start, then a long wall for turns.
The best conditions are dry-season mornings (May to October), with SW swell and a light west land breeze that usually lasts until mid-morning, so get there early. The Komune resort has floodlights for night sessions, which you book in advance.
The lineup is competitive, with good locals and visiting pros. Bring your best shortboard, maybe slightly bigger, because the wave has real power. It gets shallow on the inside at low tide and there are rips along the beach.
-8.585, 115.345 · S-SW swell, W wind (mornings) · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Keramas
Keramas is at its best from May to October. Conditions it likes: S-SW swell, W wind (mornings). This is how the year looks across Bali:
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| May to June | Prime | Pumping SW swell, offshore trades, crowds still civilised |
| July to August | Prime | Peak everything: waves, crowds and prices. Book ahead |
| September to October | Good | Still good waves, fewer people in the water |
| November to March | Shoulder | Wet season: the east coast (Serangan, Keramas, Nusa Dua) takes over |
Waves near Keramas
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padang Galak | East Bali | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 10 km |
| Shipwrecks | Nusa Lembongan | Reef Break | Advanced | 14 km |
| Sanur Reef | East Bali | Reef Break | Advanced / Pro | 15 km |
| Playgrounds | Nusa Lembongan | Reef Break | Intermediate | 15 km |
| Lacerations | Nusa Lembongan | Reef Break | Advanced / Pro | 16 km |
| Canggu-Batu Bolong | Canggu | Beach Break | Intermediate | 24 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around East Bali
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the East Bali surf guide →
A week here costs from about $781 with flights from Europe, or around $1,432 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $1,000 →
Keramas: common questions
When is the best time to surf Keramas?
Keramas works best from May to October. Ideal conditions: S-SW swell, W wind (mornings).
Is Keramas good for beginners?
No. Keramas is a wave for advanced and pro surfers.
How crowded is Keramas?
Keramas is usually busy: 4 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Keramas?
Keramas is in East Bali, in the Bali region of Indonesia (-8.585, 115.345). The nearest wave we cover is Padang Galak, about 10 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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