Canggu
West Bali Surf Spots
Surf Guide
Canggu is a strip of black-sand beach and reefbreaks that is known for having something for everyone. There are a few soft rolling waves that are ideal for beginners, some rippable peaks for high performance surfing, and when it's big, there are some gnarly beachfront barrels for expert surfers. Canggu is more south-facing than Kuta Beach and will usually be bigger, and is often the spot when the swell is small, and many of Bali's hottest surfers from Kuta will make the morning trip to Canggu. Because it faces further south, Canggu is also more affected by the tradewinds and is best in the early mornings. After 9am, it is frequently sideshore and not the perfect glass of a few hours earlier.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner-Advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
Could see some attitude at the rivermouth at times. As always, humlity and respect go a long way.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
The breaks of Canggu are surfed by both visiting surfers and a crew of local shredders. There are lots of peaks out there, but the Sandbar and Rivermouth will be crowded.
Spot Rating
Fun
Good.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Decent when smaller, but can be stronger when it's overhead.
Water Quality
Clean
Mostly clean.
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SW
Wind
N, NE, SE Tradewinds are Side offshore, Glassy mornings and evenings.
Surf Height
Waist high-overhead
Tide
Works on most tides but best on incoming, medium to high tide.