Bingin
Bingin is Bali's picture-perfect barrel—a short, shallow, sucking left-hander that produces some of the most photogenic tubes on the island when conditions align. The wave breaks just meters from the limestone cliff, offering little margin for error on the takeoff but rewarding commitment with flawless, gaping pits. The steep staircase descent from the cliffs above adds to the adventure, while the packed lineup during good swells demonstrates just how coveted these barrels are. Bingin is Bali barrel surfing at its most intense and rewarding.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (200°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 230°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.92×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (110°)
- Offshore range
- 70° - 150°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1m
- Danger below
- 0.2m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
8/10
Access: Long stairs down cliff. Paddle from beach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Bingin?
Bingin is a reef break in Bali, Indonesia, that mostly breaks left. It's on our list of the world's 100 best waves.
What swell works best at Bingin?
Bingin picks up swell from the S round to the SW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSW. It starts working at around 0.8m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Bingin?
An ESE wind is dead offshore at Bingin, and anything from the ENE round to the SSE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Bingin?
Bingin is at its best around the low to mid tide, roughly 0.3m to 1m on the local chart. Below 0.2m it gets dangerously shallow.
When is the best time of year to surf Bingin?
The most reliable run of swell at Bingin comes Apr to Oct. April-October dry season.
How cold is the water at Bingin?
The water at Bingin averages around 28°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Bingin good for beginners?
Not really. It's rated 7/10 for difficulty and suits experienced surfers. It gets busy (crowd 8/10), so mind the pecking order. Very shallow. Cliff stairs access. Crowded.
How do I get to Bingin?
The nearest airport on our list is DPS, then it's roughly a 40-minute drive. Long stairs down cliff. Paddle from beach.
What other surf spots are near Bingin?
The closest breaks we track are Padang Padang (0.5 km), Impossibles (0.8 km) and Uluwatu (1.2 km), handy when Bingin isn't working. We track 6 spots around Bali in total.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
April-October dry season.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Padang Padang
🙏 Balinese Pipeline • Cliff backdrop perfection • When it's on, it's ON
Impossibles
💨 Usually too fast • Long when it connects • Earned its name
Uluwatu
🏛️ Legendary Bali left • Cave paddle-out • Multiple sections to mix
Balangan
🏖️ Bukit's friendly face • Beautiful setting • Fun barrel potential
Temples / Uluwatu
🌊 Extended Uluwatu • Less crowds than Peak • Long left walls
Green Bowl
🌊 Hidden Bukit left • Cliff staircase access • Wet season performer
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