West Bali · Indonesia
Surfing Medewi
A point break in West Bali, Indonesia, for beginner and intermediate surfers.
- TypePoint Break
- LevelBeginner / Intermediate
- Size2-6 ft
- Best monthsApr-Oct
- Crowd3/5
The wave
Medewi is a slow left point in west Bali that peels over round boulders and sand for 200 to 400 metres. It's one of the longest rides on the island and a very good wave for longboards and mid-lengths.
Go early. The land breeze keeps it glassy until mid-morning. It handles up to about 6ft, when it gets more push and the rides get even longer.
The village is a Muslim fishing community with a few guesthouses and warungs overlooking the point, and rice fields behind. It's about two hours from Canggu, so most people stay a night: surf the evening, sleep near the point and surf again at dawn. Booties help on the boulders at low tide.
-8.418, 114.807 · SW swell, E offshore (mornings) · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Medewi
Medewi is at its best from April to October. Conditions it likes: SW swell, E offshore (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 Medewi
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balian | West Bali | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 20 km |
| Echo Beach | Canggu | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 44 km |
| Canggu-Batu Bolong | Canggu | Beach Break | Intermediate | 44 km |
| Berawa | Canggu | Beach Break | Intermediate | 46 km |
| Kuta Beach | Canggu | Beach Break | Beginner | 52 km |
| Kuta Reef | Canggu | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 53 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around West Bali
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the West 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 →
Medewi: common questions
When is the best time to surf Medewi?
Medewi works best from April to October. Ideal conditions: SW swell, E offshore (mornings).
Is Medewi good for beginners?
Yes. Medewi suits beginner and intermediate surfers.
How crowded is Medewi?
Medewi is usually moderate: 3 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Medewi?
Medewi is in West Bali, in the Bali region of Indonesia (-8.418, 114.807). The nearest wave we cover is Balian, about 20 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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