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Surfing
in Lombok Island, Sumbawa and Grajagan
Lombok's best known wave is Desert Point, widely
regarded as one of the best and heaviest left-hand
barrels in the world. Desert Point, renowned as the
feral Mecca of Indo, notoriously fickle, lies in a
remote mountainous region on the SW coast of Lombok
and is best accessed by boat. Lombok is lesser known
for its plethora of more innocuous, fun waves
scattered along its W and S facing coasts - some of
which are very difficult to find and reach, but the
process of discovery can be an experience to never
forget. Lombok is an easy escape from the severe
crowds of Bali and for those surfers seeking a
greater variety of setups including rights, point
breaks, beginner and intermediate level waves (in
contrast to Padang Padang, Uluwatu, Kuta Reef,
etc…).
During the dry season (May – October), the trade
winds blow from the southeast providing offshore
winds for Desert Point as well as many of the
left-hand waves on the island. Alternately, the
winds in the wet season (November – April), blow
from the southwest, which results in more right
breaks with offshore conditions such as Air Guling.
Water temperatures are in the mid 70’s, but a vest
or spring suit can come in handy on windy days. The
sun is directly overhead this close to the equator
so lots of sunscreen and rash guards are highly
recommended.
The main surf center of Lombok is Kuta Beach, which
is located on the eastern side of the southern
coast. Many good hotels from the 3-star Kuta Indah
to the luxurious 5-star Novotel Coralia are
available with guide service being the best way to
dial into the best waves at the right times (except
for Desert Point which is more easily accessed by
surf charter boat, usually en route to Sumbawa).
From there, most surf breaks are within an hour’s
drive except Desert Point, which lies a half-day
away.
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Loco Beach Senggigi |
Lombok Island Surfing by Hugo |
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Lombok Island Surfing by Hugo |
Lombok Island Surfing by Hugo |
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