Atmosphere and Ambiance:
The beach is suitable for enthusiasts of exotic destinations who wish to see a beach with black volcanic sand. It's a very atmospheric place with black sand and two-meter waves!
You can also catch sunrises here as it's on the eastern part of Bali.
Water:
The beach is not suitable for swimming due to very strong waves and currents. Waves can reach up to 2 meters high, and there are rocks in the water that can pose a danger to swimmers.
This beach is popular among advanced surfers. There's a fast, powerful right-hand tube wave and a lesser-quality left-hand wave. Many professional surfers frequent the area. The lineup is very close to the shore, and there's a channel for easy paddling out.
There are also many local surf spots.
In 2013, this beach hosted a stage of the ASP World Tour surfing championship. It's not recommended for beginners in the first couple of years of surfing here.
Wave: powerful left and right
Swell
direction: south, southwest
Swell
height: 2-12 feet
Bottom: flat reef
Best tide
height: mid to high
Wind: northwest
Caution: rip currents and localized crowds
Sand:
The sand is very black and volcanic. It's not ideal for sunbathing as it tends to get hot and sticks to clothing, making it difficult to remove.
Cleanliness:
The beach can sometimes have a lot of litter. Efforts are made to clean it up, but the cleaning is not always consistent.
Access:
Access to the beach is easy, with parking available nearby.
Visitors:
The beach is primarily frequented by locals who socialize, eat, and engage in activities like jogging. However, the beach is not usually crowded.
Payment:
There is a parking area available for cars and motorcycles, with a fee of 2,000 Indonesian rupiahs per motorcycle.
Infrastructure:
There are several cafes and restaurants offering local cuisine. However, during the pandemic, they may be closed. There is also a good beach club with a pool, Komune Resort & Beach Club Bali, where visitors can stay.
Nearby, there is the Keramas Aero Park restaurant, which is set inside a decommissioned airplane.
Safety:
Swimming at the beach is strictly prohibited. Surfing is the only allowed activity.
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