Nusa Dua
Nusa Dua is a quality right reef break on the east side of Bali's Bukit Peninsula. The wave works best during the wet season (November-March) when westerly winds blow offshore, creating clean faces on the S-SE swell. It provides a good alternative to the crowded Bukit lefts, with less competition and a more relaxed atmosphere. The nearby resort area offers excellent infrastructure and easy access.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- S (180°)
- Direction range
- 160° - 200°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.3m - 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WNW (292°)
- Offshore range
- 262° - 322°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.7m - 1.8m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
3/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Nusa Dua?
Nusa Dua is a reef break in East Bukit, Bali, Indonesia, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Nusa Dua?
Nusa Dua picks up swell from the SSE round to the SSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the S. That's a tight window, so it needs the swell direction to line up. It starts working at around 0.9m and handles up to about 1.8m, with the sweet spot around 1.3 to 1.6m. 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 Nusa Dua?
A WNW wind is dead offshore at Nusa Dua, and anything from the W round to the NW keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to midday. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Nusa Dua?
Nusa Dua is at its best around the mid to high tide, roughly 0.7m to 1.8m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Nusa Dua?
The most reliable run of swell at Nusa Dua comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Apr to Oct too. Best wet season (Nov-Mar) with NW offshore winds. Also works in dry season.
How cold is the water at Nusa Dua?
The water at Nusa Dua 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 Nusa Dua good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 3/10). Things to watch for: sharp, shallow reef (booties help) and crowds.
How do I get to Nusa Dua?
The nearest airport on our list is DPS, then it's roughly a 45-minute drive.
What other surf spots are near Nusa Dua?
The closest breaks we track are Green Bowl (4.2 km), Serangan (8.7 km) and Balangan (13 km), handy when Nusa Dua isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr-Oct
Best wet season (Nov-Mar) with NW offshore winds. Also works in dry season.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Green Bowl
🌊 Hidden Bukit left • Cliff staircase access • Wet season performer
Serangan
🌊 Turtle Island right • Hollow and consistent • Less crowds than Bukit
Balangan
🏖️ Bukit's friendly face • Beautiful setting • Fun barrel potential
Impossibles
💨 Usually too fast • Long when it connects • Earned its name
Bingin
📸 Bali's photogenic pit • Shallow slab • Cliff staircase access
Padang Padang
🙏 Balinese Pipeline • Cliff backdrop perfection • When it's on, it's ON