Serangan
Serangan is a quality right-hander on Serangan Island (Turtle Island) in South Bali, offering hollow waves that work across a range of conditions. The break picks up S-SSW swell and benefits from W-NW offshore winds during the wet season, providing a year-round surfing option. Less crowded than the main Bukit breaks, Serangan delivers good value sessions with consistent quality.
Serangan surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (195°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 210°
- 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
7/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Serangan?
The Serangan profile favors mid to high tide, ideally between 0.7m and 1.8m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Serangan?
The Serangan profile uses wind from WNW (292°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 262° to 322°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Serangan?
The Serangan scoring profile favors swell from SSW (180° to 210°), a swell-height range of 0.9m to 1.8m, and a reference period of 14s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Serangan?
The main season at Serangan is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Apr-Oct. Best wet season (Nov-Mar) with NW offshore winds. Also works in dry season.
How do I get to Serangan?
The spot profile lists DPS as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 30 minutes.
What kind of wave is Serangan?
Serangan is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
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.
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