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

BegIntAdv

Intermediate -Expert

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

Medium

Crowd Factor

Heavy

MellowHeavy

8

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

3-10

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

3-8. Depends how big it is.

Water Quality

Fair

CleanDirty

5

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SW, W

Wind

SE Tradewinds are sideoffshore, Glassy mornings and evenings.

Surf Height

3-8ft

Tide

High