Uluwatu · Indonesia
Surfing Nyang-Nyang
A reef break in Uluwatu, Indonesia, for intermediate and advanced surfers.
- TypeReef Break
- LevelIntermediate / Advanced
- Size2-6 ft
- Best monthsApr-Oct
- Crowd1/5
The wave
Nyang-Nyang is two kilometres east of Uluwatu, at the bottom of a cliff path with 500 or so steps. The steps keep almost everyone away, so the lineup is usually a handful of people or nobody.
The waves are shifting lefts and rights over reef and sand, 2-6ft. It's best on a south swell with light north wind or no wind in the morning. The wave is average, but you'll have it to yourself.
There is nothing at the bottom apart from a wide beach and an old shipwreck, so bring water, wax and sunscreen down with you. Keep some energy for the climb back up. The Karang Boma viewpoint on the cliff above is a good place for sunset.
-8.843, 115.093 · S swell, N-NE wind · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Nyang-Nyang
Nyang-Nyang is at its best from April to October. Conditions it likes: S swell, N-NE 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 Nyang-Nyang
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uluwatu | Uluwatu | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced / Pro | 2 km |
| Impossibles | Uluwatu | Reef Break | Advanced / Pro | 3 km |
| Bingin | Uluwatu | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 3 km |
| Padang Padang | Uluwatu | Reef Break | Advanced / Pro | 4 km |
| Dreamland | Uluwatu | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced / Pro | 5 km |
| Balangan | Uluwatu | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 6 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 →
Nyang-Nyang: common questions
When is the best time to surf Nyang-Nyang?
Nyang-Nyang works best from April to October. Ideal conditions: S swell, N-NE wind.
Is Nyang-Nyang good for beginners?
No. Nyang-Nyang is a wave for intermediate and advanced surfers.
How crowded is Nyang-Nyang?
Nyang-Nyang is usually empty: 1 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Nyang-Nyang?
Nyang-Nyang is in Uluwatu, in the Bali region of Indonesia (-8.843, 115.093). The nearest wave we cover is Uluwatu, about 2 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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