Impossibles
Impossibles earned its name because it's usually too fast to make—the wave races down a shallow reef so quickly that most sections close out before you can reach them. But with offshore wind holding the lip open, Impossibles transforms into Bali's longest ride: 400 meters from the top section all the way through to Bingin. The wave requires precise conditions and committed surfing. When it connects, it's one of Bali's greatest achievements.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (210°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 250°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 4m
- Ideal size
- 3.2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (110°)
- Offshore range
- 70° - 150°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.2m
- Danger below
- 0.1m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
7/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Impossibles?
Impossibles works best on a low to mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.2m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window. Below 0.1m it gets dangerously shallow.
What wind direction is offshore at Impossibles?
Offshore wind at Impossibles blows from the ESE (110°). Anything in the 70° to 150° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Impossibles?
Impossibles wants SSW swell (180° to 250°) between 1.2m and 4m, with a period of 16s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Impossibles?
The main season at Impossibles is May-Sep. A secondary window runs Apr, Oct. Dry season. Unrideable without offshore wind - too fast. First peak mid-high, second peak low.
How do I get to Impossibles?
Fly into DPS, then allow about 40 minutes by road.
What kind of wave is Impossibles?
Impossibles is a reef break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 8/10.
Best Season
Peak: May-Sep
Secondary: Apr, Oct
Dry season. Unrideable without offshore wind - too fast. First peak mid-high, second peak low.
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