Surfing in Indonesia
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With more than 13,000 islands and warm water all year, Indonesia is considered an idyllic destination for surfing. Indonesia is a popular tourist destination because of its warm water and climate, its beautiful landscapes, and its perfect waves.
UnderstandThe first surfer in Indonesia was the American Bob Koke who surfed the waves at Kuta Beach, Bali in the mid to late 1930s.
Surf locationsIndonesia has world class surf spots in warm water, some of them still unexplored.
Stay safeSome surf spots contain sharp reefs which are best avoided by beginners. Sunburns can also pose a problem, as the sun is strong and can quickly cause burns.
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- Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "Surfing in Indonesia" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo: Jordy Meow, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons