This summer, get out your swimsuit and suntan lotion bottle, and reserve a low-cost trip to Bali - a jewel in the Indian Ocean.
In the 1930s, Bali was declared a popular spot for surfers, who came in from all around the world to surf the wonderful waves around the island. From then, Bali has been a surfing location worth visiting, with beaches that stretch on forever and weather that is temperate all year round.
As the island is not that large you will never have to look too much to discover idyllic surfing conditions, and the large range of surf conditions also provides different experiences for both experienced and new surfers. With its great location in the Indian Ocean, the swells are perfect year round, and are ideal if you are looking to get in some off-season surfing.
The best time to visit the island is in July, because it is the time when water is cool and the skies are clear. From December to March there is more rain as the rainy season sets in, and so the surfing conditions are better on the eastern side of the island.
Medewi Beach is a beautiful surfing spot for new surfers, with restaurants present everywhere providing an option other than surfing. Kuta Beach is also good for newcomers as there are different surfing schools here that you can sign up with for lessons. You can also charter or procure equipment on this beach. Dreamland is another surfing beach where all sorts of surfers will find themselves having fun in the swell. Balangan is another nice beach for new surfers, with less competition and the potential to score more waves.
The waves are very good for beginners at the above mentioned beaches. However, Bingin Beach is the one that experienced surfers flock to. Like Bingin, Uluwatu is also for experienced surfers as the waves can go as high as fifteen feet, and prove dangerous for those unprepared or inexperienced. A similar wave height is to be expected at Nusa Dua, where this danger is coupled with the sharp reef bottom that can rip apart inexperienced surfers. The surf at Canggu Beach is also great, but it is a good idea to watch out for the undertow and jagged reef that can injure those who aren’t careful. Padang is another beach for experienced surfers, with huge swells and large barrels that are both great to watch and surf.
Bali is a great spot for some cheap surfing action, with tourists thronging here from all over the world. Be prepared to buy or rent equipment if you don’t already have it. You will be able to enjoy a cheap budget holiday here with the advantage of being able to experience different kinds of waves every day.
So, if you’re looking for a surfing vacation, then this one is surely planned for you. Not only cheap, but it also provides you with plenty of surfing options so that you can thoroughly enjoy your time here.
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