Serangan
Year-round options on Turtle Island
Both right- and left-handers on the artificial reef of Serangan island. One of the few wet-season options that’s not full-on Sanur. Boat ride from Sanur or quick scoot from Denpasar.
Spot info
Wave type
Reef break
Wave type
Reef break
Skill level
Intermediate
Skill level
Intermediate
Best swell
SW
Best swell
SW
Best tide
Mid
Best tide
Mid
Crowd
Medium
Crowd
Medium
Best months
Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr
Best months
Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr
Wave type
Reef break
Wave type
Reef break
Skill level
Intermediate
Skill level
Intermediate
Best swell
SW
Best swell
SW
Best tide
Mid
Best tide
Mid
Crowd
Medium
Crowd
Medium
Best months
Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr
Best months
Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr
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East Coast
Sidemen, Keramas, Sanur, Padang Bai - Authentic villages and surf breaks
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Serangan — Frequently asked
→How much is a boat to Serangan surf spot from Sanur?
Getting to Serangan usually involves a 5-10 minute boat ride from the Sanur channel, costing around 50,000-75,000 IDR per person for a return trip. Alternatively, you can scooter directly to Turtle Island from Denpasar in about 20 minutes, crossing the bridge directly.
→What swell and tide is best for intermediate surfers at Serangan?
Serangan really lights up on a mid-tide – aim for 1.0-1.8 metres – with a solid SW swell around 4-6 feet for optimal push. It's an ideal intermediate spot, offering predictable left and right reef breaks without the intensity of spots like Keramas.
→Is Serangan a good wet season surf spot in Bali compared to Sanur?
Absolutely, Serangan is one of Bali's premier wet-season (Nov-Mar) options for good reason, often a cleaner, less punishing alternative to the full-on Sanur spots. While you'll still share it, the medium crowd typically spreads out across the various peaks.