Kuta Reef
West Bali Surf Spots
Surf Guide
Kuta Reef is the original left hand reef break of Bali. Before surfers started venturing out to the Bukit, this was the place where surfers met the challenges of the big swells of the dry season. Kuta Reef is way out to sea and picks up quite a bit more swell than other nearby spots like airport lefts or rights or the beachbreaks. On bigger days, Kuta Reef offers up classic long walled, bowling, rippable surf, similar to some of its cousins out in the Bukit. Kuta Reef is a long paddle for anyone and it's best to take a boat out there. Another thing about Kuta reef is that it can be wind affected and is usually best when surfed early mornings or late afternoons. As Kuta is close by, crowds can become an issue at Kuta Reef and some days it can seem like it's just more of a hassle than it's worth. Click here to download Surfline's Bali Surf Guide pdf.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Intermediate -Expert
Local Vibe
Doable
Medium
Crowd Factor
Heavy
8
Spot Rating
Fun
3-10
Shoulder Burn
Medium
3-8. Depends how big it is.
Water Quality
Fair
5
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SW, W
Wind
SE Tradewinds are sideoffshore, Glassy mornings and evenings.
Surf Height
3-8ft
Tide
High