Kuta Lombok · Indonesia
Surfing Tanjung A'an
A beach break in Kuta Lombok, Indonesia, for beginner surfers.
- TypeBeach Break
- LevelBeginner
- Size1-4 ft
- Best monthsYear-round
- Crowd2/5
The wave
Tanjung A'an is a white-sand bay east of Kuta Lombok with very clear water and soft waves breaking over sand and patches of coral in the middle.
The waves are slow and small, from knee to chest high, and it's where most of the south Lombok surf schools bring beginners. It works all year. Mornings are glassy, and the afternoon sea breeze doesn't matter much at this level.
It's 15 minutes from Kuta by scooter. You can rent a soft-top on the beach and eat at the warungs on stilts. Bukit Merese, at the west end of the beach, is a good walk for sunset. Wear sunscreen, because there's little shade in the water.
-8.905, 116.313 · Any S swell, morning glass · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Tanjung A'an
Tanjung A'an is at its best from year-round. Conditions it likes: Any S swell, morning glass. This is how the year looks across Lombok:
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| May to September | Prime | Dry season: everything works, Deserts possible, trades offshore in the bays |
| October to November | Good | Smaller and emptier, lovely for intermediates, great prices |
| December to March | Quiet | Wet season: bays stay surfable, west coast sleeps, everything is green |
Waves near Tanjung A'an
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seger | Kuta Lombok | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 2 km |
| Don-Don | Kuta Lombok | Reef Break | Intermediate | 3 km |
| Outside Gerupuk | Kuta Lombok | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 4 km |
| Inside Gerupuk | Kuta Lombok | Reef Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 4 km |
| Air Guling | Kuta Lombok | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 8 km |
| Mawi | Kuta Lombok | Reef Break | Advanced | 11 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around Kuta Lombok
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the Kuta Lombok surf guide →
A week here costs from about $732 with flights from Europe, or around $1,278 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $1,000 →
Tanjung A'an: common questions
When is the best time to surf Tanjung A'an?
Tanjung A'an works best from year-round. Ideal conditions: Any S swell, morning glass.
Is Tanjung A'an good for beginners?
Yes. Tanjung A'an suits beginner surfers.
How crowded is Tanjung A'an?
Tanjung A'an is usually quiet: 2 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Tanjung A'an?
Tanjung A'an is in Kuta Lombok, in the Lombok region of Indonesia (-8.905, 116.313). The nearest wave we cover is Seger, about 2 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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