When is the best time to surf Berawa?

The best months to surf Berawa are April to October. Southeast or east winds blow offshore here.

Is Berawa suitable for beginners?

Not for first-timers. Berawa is rated intermediate: a left and right beach break over a mixed bottom.

What tide is best at Berawa?

Mid tide is best at Berawa. The Bombie and reef sections get shallow at low tide.

What are the main hazards at Berawa?

The main hazards at Berawa are rip currents, reef sections at low tide, and crowded on weekends.

Intermediate

Berawa

Berawa, Canggu, Bali, Indonesia

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Spot guide

Berawa is a versatile beach break at the southern end of the Canggu corridor, with three distinct sections offering variety for intermediate surfers.

The Wave

Three zones: The Peak (main A-frame), The Ledge (wedgy inside section), and The Bombie (outside reef). The main beach break produces quality waves on shifting sandbanks, while reef sections add variety. The wave has more power than you would expect.

Best Conditions

Dry season (April-October) with SW swells at 3-5ft. Mid tide for the beach break. SE offshore winds. The reef sections work on different tides.

Access

Beach access from Jl. Pantai Berawa. Multiple entry points along the beach.

Quick answers

When is the best time to surf Berawa?: The best months to surf Berawa are April to October. Southeast or east winds blow offshore here.
Is Berawa suitable for beginners?: Not for first-timers. Berawa is rated intermediate: a left and right beach break over a mixed bottom.
What tide is best at Berawa?: Mid tide is best at Berawa. The Bombie and reef sections get shallow at low tide.
What are the main hazards at Berawa?: The main hazards at Berawa are rip currents, reef sections at low tide, and crowded on weekends.

Location

Berawa, Canggu, Bali, Indonesia

Reach the beach from Jl. Pantai Berawa; there are multiple entry points along the beach.

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Wave Quality

Power: 6/10
Shape: 6/10
Length: 4/10
Barrel: 4/10

Conditions

Wave type	Beach Break
Direction	BOTH
Bottom	mixed
Wave height	2-6ft (optimal 4ft)
Best swell	SW, S
Offshore wind	SE, E
Best tide	mid
Best season	April, May, June, July, August, September, October
Consistency	high
Crowd level	high

Hazards

Rip currents
Reef sections at low tide
Crowded on weekends

Facilities

Parking
Board rentals
Surf schools
Warungs
Toilets
Showers

Berawa is a intermediate-level beach break in canggu, offering left & right waves.

The wave

Left and right-hand beach break over mixed bottom.

Height

2-6ft

Type

beach break

Direction

left & right

Bottom

mixed

Best time to surf

Best months: April to October. Offshore winds: SE, E. Best tide: mid.

AprilMayJune

Offshore

SE, E

Tide

mid

Access

Access via beach to the lineup.

Paddle: easy

Hazards

Rip currents
Reef sections at low tide
Crowded on weekends

Local tips

Three sections offer variety
The Peak is the main break
More power than it looks
Good intermediate spot

Data quality: Partially verified. Conditions data partly verified against local sources.

Sources: Bali surf research 2026-02, surf-forecast.com, WannaSurf

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