Surfing
Gerupuk
The most popular break in kuta. there are two main breaks here, although some others pop up in the right conditions. you need to hire a boatman from the village to access the breaks rp 80,000 for 1 person, rp 40,000 per person for 2, and rp 30,000 each for more.. the boat will wait while you surf, however the boatmen will often join you out on the surf, which can cause frustrations when crowded. to get here, take a ride east for 7 km about 10-15 min. there is a common parking area for surfers and tourists, which the locals monitor. parking is usually free although the standard fee is rp 1,000 if you are asked to pay. inside gerupuk: insides is located in a sheltered bay and is good for beginners/intermediate. absolute beginners first time on a board may find this intimidating, during large swell and crowded conditions, and should look for a simple beach break like tanjung aan. the floor is a soft reef bed which doesn't cause much damage. the wave breaks both left and right here, and can get busy. ocean bar is located a short paddle away from the break floating on the sea and offers cold drinks, fruit and basic food. outside gerupuk: cannot be seen from the village, it's a short boat ride away. outsides is generally the most reliable bet for a surf - there is nearly always something to surf here even in low swell conditions. the wave is a right hander and can be quite heavy.
Seger reef
The closest break to kuta village, seger provides a heavy right hander and is excellent under most conditions. it's a popular spot during the afternoon tide shift, and especially after the big rains in the wet season. ride past the novotel, then turn right after the small bridge and continue taking right turns until the road becomes unsealed. there is free parking at the very end, with a small hill that onlookers can climb for a phenomenal view of the surroundings.
Air Guling
Air guling is a beach to the west of kuta village. the break is a fair paddle from shore, and is a strong right hander, which can become very hollow during a large swell. continue west from kuta, up the mountain and over the other side. there is a view of the beach when coming down, and don't be deceived when the road swerves away from the coast. eventually on the left there will be an unsealed dirt road which can be very difficult to handle unadvisable to ride when wet. continue the road to the beach, and pay rp 3,000 to watch your bike.
Inside Gerupuk
Insides is located in a sheltered bay and is good for beginners/intermediate. absolute beginners first time on a board may find this intimidating, during large swell and crowded conditions, and should look for a simple beach break like tanjung aan. the floor is a soft reef bed which doesn't cause much damage. the wave breaks both left and right here, and can get busy. ocean bar is located a short paddle away from the break floating on the sea and offers cold drinks, fruit and basic food.
Outside Gerupuk
Cannot be seen from the village, it's a short boat ride away. outsides is generally the most reliable bet for a surf - there is nearly always something to surf here even in low swell conditions. the wave is a right hander and can be quite heavy.
Surf shops
Kimen Surf
The original surf shop in Kuta, operating since 2004. Also rent bikes.
Kuta Reef Surf Shop