Surf Camp - Padang Padang

Introduction to Surf Camp - Padang Padang

Our surf camp in Bali is within walking distance from some of the most beautiful Bali beaches. Padang Padang and dreamy Dreamland have beautiful white sand beaches which are suitable for swimming, snorkelling and other water sports. Uluwatu is very near and a visit to the temple is a cultural highlight. Bingin village is a 2 minutes walk from the surf camp and the beach is easily accessible. Each villa is completely private and has it's own upstairs open plan lounge with views of the lush tropical vegetation. Spacious accommodation in a beautiful area of bali - incomparable with your normal hotel accommodation. Facilities include a swimming pool and tennis court as well as a bar & dining area.

Maid service is included. Reliable, honest, friendly English speaking driver/guide can be arranged at reasonable daily/weekly rates. We can also arrange car or jeep hire for independent travellers who want to explore Bali. To drive a car in Bali you are advised to bring an IDP (International Driving Permit) - apply in your own country before leaving.

Food and Drink

Start each day with breakfast made to order, with a selection of fresh juices, tea and coffee. We take lunch with us, we eat at the villa depending on the surf. In the evenings we all head out to one of the good, cheap local restaurants in the area.

Surfing at Surf Camp - Padang Padang

Uluwatu is the indicator break for the west side of the bukit and is very consistent. The wide reef offers many different peaks which all turn on at different tide stages. The Peak is immediately in front of you as you paddle out of the cave and is a consistent wave that works at all tide stages. Outside corners only breaks at low tide on the biggest swells and is a classic wave. Racetrack is a fast racy wave that works best at low tide. Temples is a bit of a paddle from the main peak so tends to be less busy. The Bombie will break on the biggest swells and is rideable at up to 20' or even bigger!

Padang Padang is known as the Balinese pipeline. It is a very fast long barrelling wave that lives up to it's reputation as the most serious wave in Bali. Similar to Hawaii's very own pipeline, the Bali pipeline also breaks over a shallow coral reef and is only for expert surfers. Lesser known is Padang Padang rights which breaks in front of a beautiful white sandy beach. This is a very easy wave and is suitable for beginners, longboarders and intermediate surfers. This is a perfect surf spot for learner surfers to progress from riding whitewater to unbroken waves. The conditions at high tide are very forgiving - a long slow unbroken wave which can reform from whitewater to swell. It is also a beautiful location for sunbathing and watching the sunset.

Impossibles is a fast racy wave that is very picturesque. There are 3 seperate peaks on this wide reef which breaks up the crowds. On the right conditions with a good size swell and offshore wind it is possible for the sections to link up and to get a ride of a mile or more to the warungs at bingin.

Bingin is a perfect machine wave that works best around mid tide. It is a very consistent wave and throws out many perfect barrels. If you want to practice barrel riding lefts - bingin could be the perfect location. At low tide it can be very shallow and for expert surfers only. At high tide the wave can break very soft and is where the bali children learn to surf. High tide can be perfect for long boarders or intermediate surfers

We operate the only surf school on the bukit. Most surfing lessons are at Dreamland or Padang Padang beach which are beautiful location to spend the day - white sand and clear blue sea. Other locations nearby such as Uluwatu and Balangan will be chosen depending on your ability and the conditions on the day. Our objective is to find the best surfing conditions and instruction so you have the maximum enjoyment riding the Bali surf.