East Bali · Indonesia
Surfing Nusa Dua
A reef break in East Bali, Indonesia, for advanced and pro surfers.
- TypeReef Break
- LevelAdvanced / Pro
- Size4-12 ft
- Best monthsNov-Mar
- Crowd3/5
The wave
Nusa Dua's outer reef sits in deep water on Bali's southeast corner and picks up more swell than anywhere else on the island. When the rest of Bali is 4ft it's often 8ft, and on big wet-season swells it keeps breaking when other spots close out.
The main peak is a long, powerful right, with a left on the other side, and the takeoff area is wide, so much of the skill is working out where to sit. November to March, with W/NW winds, is the main season, though dry-season mornings can work before the trades swing.
Get a boat from Geger beach. Most people need a 6'6" or longer. The channel is safe, but in the impact zone you get long hold-downs and strong currents. It's about 20 minutes from the airport.
-8.8, 115.24 · Big S swell, W-NW wind · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Nusa Dua
Nusa Dua is at its best from November to March. Conditions it likes: Big S swell, W-NW wind. 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 Nusa Dua
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | East Bali | Reef Break | Advanced | 1 km |
| Serangan | East Bali | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 3 km |
| Green Ball | East Bali | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 10 km |
| Airport Rights | Canggu | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 11 km |
| Airport Lefts | Canggu | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 11 km |
| Kuta Reef | Canggu | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 11 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 →
Nusa Dua: common questions
When is the best time to surf Nusa Dua?
Nusa Dua works best from November to March. Ideal conditions: Big S swell, W-NW wind.
Is Nusa Dua good for beginners?
No. Nusa Dua is a wave for advanced and pro surfers.
How crowded is Nusa Dua?
Nusa Dua is usually moderate: 3 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Nusa Dua?
Nusa Dua is in East Bali, in the Bali region of Indonesia (-8.8, 115.24). The nearest wave we cover is Sri Lanka, about 1 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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