LMBK Surf Guide

Lombok is one of those rare places where the surf is genuinely world-class and the lineups are still half-empty. Sitting directly east of Bali, it receives the same powerful Indian Ocean swells — but without the crowds. From long hollow barrels at Desert Point to gentle sandy beach breaks at Selong Belanak, the island offers a wave for every level, from first-timers to seasoned chargers looking for consequence.

This guide covers 17 surf spots across Lombok and the Gili Islands, each with a full breakdown of wave type, skill level, best season, tide windows, and how to get there. Whether you’re planning a week-long surf trip or just trying to figure out where to paddle out tomorrow morning, the guides below give you everything you need to make the right call.

How Lombok surf works: The island’s south and east coasts face the open Indian Ocean, making them swell magnets during the dry season (May–October) when consistent south and southwest swells run. The wet season (October–April) brings smaller, cleaner conditions — and northwest monsoon winds that turn spots like Tanjung Aan, Serangan, and Gerupuk into their best selves. A few remote breaks, like Desert Point and Belongas Bay, are strictly big-swell destinations that reward patience. The Gili Islands and west coast spots like Senggigi need large SW swells to wrap around the coastline before they fire — typically peaking in July and August.

Where to start: Use the filters below to find spots by ability level, crowd size, floor type, and season. Or use the interactive map to explore by location. If you’re a beginner, start with Selong Belanak or Inside Gerupuk. Intermediate surfers should look at Mawi, Tanjung Aan, or Are Guling. Advanced surfers chasing performance waves should head directly to Desert Point, Outside Ekas Bay, or Sereweh.

Using the filters: Filter by Ability to match the wave to your level. Use Season to find spots that are offshore right now. Floor Type (reef vs. sand) matters most for beginners — sand bottoms are far more forgiving. Crowd size filters show you what to expect when the swell is under and over 2 metres.