Crowd & Localism
The lineup is rarely crowded, reflecting how hard it is to get here. There's no consistent local crew to navigate, but that also means no one to call on if something goes wrong. Respect the effort others have made to reach it.
Kabupaten Lombok Timur, Lombok, Indonesia
Sereweh
-8.915, 116.504
Edited by Tom Jackson
Verified May 2026
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At a glance
- Sereweh is a left over reef, hollow performance reef ramps on submerged reef.
- Suits advanced surfers, working 2-8 ft.
- Peak November to March, water 26-29°C.
Left · ReefAdvanced2–8 ftJan – Dec
A hollow, powerful submerged reef break on the exposed SE tip of Lombok, Sereweh demands a specific combination of SE-SW swell and northerly winds to show its teeth. Optimal size runs 2-8ft, with the wave best approached at mid-to-small swell when the performance ramps along the eastern channel are linking up cleanly. It suits expert surfers only: the reef is unforgiving, access by land is rough and the boat ride out is long. Bottom: submerged reef. Season: wet season, roughly Nov-Mar. Consistency: medium. Bring a spare board and know that if there's no whitewash on these reefs at all, Lombok is flat.
Wave fit
Skill suited
Advanced
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Best months
Jan – Dec
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Character
Hollow performance reef ramps on submerged reef.
Conditions
When it worksSwell window
SE
SE - SW
Offshore wind
N
Northerly
Optimum tide
All tides
Size range
2-8ft
Medium
Hazards
No concerns
Trip planning
Quick facts
Water temp
26° to 29°C
Wetsuit
Boardies
What to bring
- Shortboard 5ft 10in to 6ft 2in for punchy hollow sections
- Step-up 6ft 6in for solid 6-8ft sets
Lineup
Mellow lineup
Where it sits
Location
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About this break
What it's actually like
Access & Facilities
No facilities, no parking, no easy road. The standard approach is by boat, and even scoping the break from the water is difficult. Land access involves a rough track and a significant walk. Ask locally in the Kuta area for guidance. Come fully self-sufficient: water, food, first aid, and a backup plan.
Nearby Alternatives
If Sereweh is too small or the boat ride isn't viable, the Kuta bay area offers more accessible options including Mawi to the west, a quality dry season break that works across a wider swell range. The Novotel reef closer to Kuta picks up small SE swells and is easier to score.
10-day swell, wind and tide
Sereweh surf forecast
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Stay nearby
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Frequently asked
What you need to know before paddling out at Sereweh
What skill level is Sereweh suited for?
Sereweh is a reef bottom, hollow performance reef ramps on submerged reef, break suited for advanced surfers. This is not a beginner break. Build up at softer waves first.
What size does Sereweh work best at?
Working size is 2 to 8 ft. Below 2 ft the swell goes flat. Above 8 ft it gets heavy and the lineup thins out.
When is the best season to surf Sereweh?
Sereweh fires from November through March. Outside that window the swell window narrows and the lineup goes quiet.
What swell direction does Sereweh need?
Sereweh switches on with a se - sw groundswell. Offshore winds blow from the northerly.
What are the main hazards at Sereweh?
Main hazards at Sereweh: no concerns. Reef booties are common kit.
What type of wave is Sereweh?
Sereweh is a left-breaking wave over reef. Hollow performance reef ramps on submerged reef.
Where can I stay near Sereweh?
3 camps sit within easy reach. The closest is Kirana Retreat, 25.2 km from the lineup.
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