Uluwatu · Indonesia
Surfing Dreamland
A reef break in Uluwatu, Indonesia, for intermediate, advanced and pro surfers.
- TypeReef Break
- LevelIntermediate / Advanced / Pro
- Size3-10 ft
- Best monthsMay-Sep
- Crowd2/5
The wave
Dreamland is a reef and sand peak at the bottom of a white-sand bay, with rights toward the cliff and longer lefts toward the channel. It's softer than most Bukit waves, which makes it a good next step for intermediates.
On bigger SW swells the outside peak can reach 8-10ft and the sets swing wide, so watch for a while before paddling out. Mornings with the SE trades are clean; by midday the wind is usually on it.
It's the easiest beach access in the area, down some stairs onto the sand, so surf schools use the inside and it works well if you're with people who don't surf. The shore break on the inside sandbar breaks a lot of boards. Standard shortboard, step-up above 6ft.
-8.7974, 115.0954 · SW/S swell, SE offshore wind · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Dreamland
Dreamland is at its best from May to September. Conditions it likes: SW/S swell, SE offshore 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 Dreamland
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padang Padang | Uluwatu | Reef Break | Advanced / Pro | 2 km |
| Bingin | Uluwatu | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 2 km |
| Impossibles | Uluwatu | Reef Break | Advanced / Pro | 2 km |
| Balangan | Uluwatu | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 3 km |
| Uluwatu | Uluwatu | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced / Pro | 4 km |
| Nyang-Nyang | Uluwatu | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 5 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around Uluwatu
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the Uluwatu 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 →
Dreamland: common questions
When is the best time to surf Dreamland?
Dreamland works best from May to September. Ideal conditions: SW/S swell, SE offshore wind.
Is Dreamland good for beginners?
No. Dreamland is a wave for intermediate, advanced and pro surfers.
How crowded is Dreamland?
Dreamland is usually quiet: 2 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Dreamland?
Dreamland is in Uluwatu, in the Bali region of Indonesia (-8.7974, 115.0954). The nearest wave we cover is Padang Padang, about 2 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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