THE FACTS ABOUT ULUWATU

Indonesia Bali

THE WAVES Suitable for good-to-expert surfers. A fast, left-hand reef-break (left handers are ideal for 'goofy foot' riders, who lead with their right foot). The wave breaks over a shallow coral reef in front of cliffs on which a Hindu temple is set. WHEN TO GO Between January and August for the best conditions. ON DRY LAND There are plenty of tourist trips around the island (Uluwatu is on its southern extremity) to serve as an introduction to the unique Hindu culture of Bali which incorporates religious rituals from Polynesia, the birthplace of surfing.