Temples / Uluwatu
Temples is the section of Uluwatu's reef further up from the main Peak area, offering long lefts with fewer surfers than the iconic main break. The wave provides quality walls for carving and the occasional barrel section, with the added benefit of slightly less intensity and competition. At mid-to-high tide, Temples connects with the main Uluwatu sections for extended rides along the cliff-lined reef.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (215°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 230°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Offshore range
- 105° - 165°
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 kind of wave is Temples / Uluwatu?
Temples / Uluwatu is a reef break in Bukit, Bali, Indonesia, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at Temples / Uluwatu?
Temples / Uluwatu picks up swell from the SSW round to the SW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SW. 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 2.4m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2m. 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 Temples / Uluwatu?
A SE wind is dead offshore at Temples / Uluwatu, 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 Temples / Uluwatu?
Temples / Uluwatu 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 Temples / Uluwatu?
The most reliable run of swell at Temples / Uluwatu 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 Temples / Uluwatu?
The water at Temples / Uluwatu 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 Temples / Uluwatu 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) and crowds.
How do I get to Temples / Uluwatu?
The nearest airport on our list is DPS, then it's roughly a 45-minute drive.
What other surf spots are near Temples / Uluwatu?
The closest breaks we track are Uluwatu (1.3 km), Padang Padang (1.9 km) and Bingin (2.4 km), handy when Temples / Uluwatu isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Best Apr-Oct (dry season, SE trades offshore). Swells year-round but wet season brings onshore winds.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Uluwatu
🏛️ Legendary Bali left • Cave paddle-out • Multiple sections to mix
Padang Padang
🙏 Balinese Pipeline • Cliff backdrop perfection • When it's on, it's ON
Bingin
📸 Bali's photogenic pit • Shallow slab • Cliff staircase access
Impossibles
💨 Usually too fast • Long when it connects • Earned its name
Balangan
🏖️ Bukit's friendly face • Beautiful setting • Fun barrel potential
Green Bowl
🌊 Hidden Bukit left • Cliff staircase access • Wet season performer