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Shipwrecks

Nusa Lembongan, Bali, Indonesia

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Shipwrecks is an epic right reef break off Nusa Lembongan, producing quality tubes in crystal-clear water just a short boat ride from mainland Bali. The wave breaks over a shallow coral reef and works best during the dry season (April-October) with SE trade winds providing offshore conditions. The stunning visibility of the water makes it a favourite for surf photographers, and the proximity to Bali's amenities makes it an accessible world-class wave.

Shipwrecks surf forecast

Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.

10-Day Forecast

Today4

Firing

1.5mSSW@13s

11km/h

1.5m@13s

11km/h

Thu5

Good

1.3mSSW@15s

9km/h

1.3m@15s

9km/h

Fri6

Firing

1.2mSSW@13s

6km/h

1.2m@13s

6km/h

Sat7

Good

1.4mSSW@16s

9km/h

1.4m@16s

9km/h

Sun8

Good

1.2mSSW@15s

9km/h

1.2m@15s

9km/h

Mon9

Poor

1.0mSSW@13s

8km/h

1.0m@13s

8km/h

Tue10

Poor

0.9mSSW@9s

7km/h

0.9m@9s

7km/h

Wed11

Poor

0.9mSSW@12s

5km/h

0.9m@12s

5km/h

Thu12

Firing

1.4mSSW@15s

5km/h

1.4m@15s

5km/h

Fri13

Good

1.3mSSW@14s

7km/h

1.3m@14s

7km/h

Groomed 5+ days out, less certain

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Today's ConditionsToday's Conditions

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Best session: MorningAM 7 km/h · PM 13 km/h · Tide at 11am (0.6m) Groomed

Swell

1.5m

SSW(199°)

Score: 18/25

Period

13s

Mid-period swell

Score: 23/25

Wind

11km/h

SE(145°)

Score: 25/25

Weather

30°C

0.1mm44%

First light 5:18amSunrise 5:48amSunset 6:14pmLast light 6:44pm

Windswell

0.1m@1s

Secondary

0.1m

Confidence

100%

Location & Conditions

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Swell1.5m @13s SSW in window

Wind11 km/h SE offshore

SwellWind: Offshore Cross Onshore

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Hourly Forecast, Tide & Strike Windows

Strike window: 5:18am–5:30pm · through lowIdeal tide: 0.5–1.5m

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2m1.0

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swell

windkm/h

5g16

10g28

15g36

11g30

3g7

5g18

8g25

13g33

15g37

2g6

2g14

7g22

10g26

9g24

4g8

6g19

10g27

11g31

9g25

1g12

7g23

10g27

12g33

9g30

5g12

10g27

8g32

8g31

8g23

4g18

6g21

9g26

9g30

6g31

1g12

2g14

6g22

8g27

7g26

2g11

2g14

6g21

8g26

8g27

1g16

5g18

9g26

11g30

10g31

tidem

4:37am1.5m

11:57am0.6m

6:38pm1.6m

12:56am0.8m

6:23am1.4m

12:53pm0.6m

7:16pm1.8m

1:54am0.6m

7:40am1.5m

1:40pm0.6m

7:50pm2.0m

2:39am0.3m

8:30am1.6m

2:18pm0.6m

8:21pm2.1m

3:15am0.2m

9:13am1.6m

2:50pm0.6m

8:54pm2.2m

3:50am0.1m

9:52am1.7m

3:20pm0.6m

9:24pm2.3m

4:22am0.0m

10:23am1.7m

3:50pm0.6m

9:54pm2.3m

4:51am0.0m

10:55am1.6m

4:18pm0.7m

10:24pm2.3m

5:21am0.1m

11:23am1.6m

4:43pm0.7m

5:51am0.1m

Ideal tideStrike windowNight

Tide times today

4:37 am

High · 1.46m

11:57 am

Low · 0.61m

6:38 pm

High · 1.55m

Times shown in spot-local time.

Strike Score Breakdown

Firing

Components

Swell Direction20/25

Swell Size18/25

Swell Period23/25

Wind25/25

Raw Score86/100

Adjustments

✨ Wind History+6

🌊 Tide+5

💨 Gusty Wind-5

Adjusted Score88.27/100

Confidence

Multiplier×1.00

Final Score88

✨ Groomed🌊 Optimal tide window

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Location & Conditions

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Wind11 km/h SE offshore

SwellWind: Offshore Cross Onshore

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Swell Requirements

Optimal direction: SSW (205°)
Direction range: 190° - 220°
Size range: 1.2m - 2.4m
Ideal size: 1.7m - 2.1m
Height multiplier: 0.97×
Ideal period: 14s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction: SE (135°)
Offshore range: 105° - 165°

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide: mid
Optimal range: 0.5m - 1.5m

Water temp

28°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

6/10

Crowd level

7/10

Access: Reach Nusa Lembongan by ferry/fast boat from Bali, then use local boat or reef access depending on tide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of wave is Shipwrecks?

Shipwrecks is a reef break in Nusa Lembongan, Bali, Indonesia, that mostly breaks right.

What swell works best at Shipwrecks?

Shipwrecks picks up swell from the S round to the SW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSW. That's a tight window, so it needs the swell direction to line up. It starts working at around 1.2m and handles up to about 2.4m, with the sweet spot around 1.7 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 Shipwrecks?

A SE wind is dead offshore at Shipwrecks, and anything from the ESE round to the SSE 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 Shipwrecks?

Shipwrecks is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.5m to 1.5m on the local chart.

When is the best time of year to surf Shipwrecks?

The most reliable run of swell at Shipwrecks comes Apr to Oct. There's a second window in Nov to Mar too. Best Apr-Oct (dry season, SE trades offshore). Swells year-round but wet season brings onshore winds.

How cold is the water at Shipwrecks?

The water at Shipwrecks 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 Shipwrecks 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. It gets busy (crowd 7/10), so mind the pecking order. Things to watch for: sharp, shallow reef (booties help), a long walk or paddle in and being a long way from help.

How do I get to Shipwrecks?

The nearest airport on our list is DPS. From there you need a boat to reach the break (we estimate around $15 USD, but confirm with an operator). Reach Nusa Lembongan by ferry/fast boat from Bali, then use local boat or reef access depending on tide.