Surfing in Indonesia began in the 1970s and since then became popular among local and international surfers.
One of the most famous surfing spots in Indonesia is the island of Bali, which offers large and consistent waves throughout the year.
Besides Bali, there are also other popular surf spots in Indonesia such as Mentawai Islands, Nias, Lombok, and many more.
Waves in Indonesia are very suitable for beginner and professional surfers, with an average wave height of about 2-3 meters.
Besides surfing, Indonesia also offers many other water activities such as snorkeling, diving, and wakeboarding.
Indonesia has many famous surfers such as Rizal Tanjung, Dede Suryana, and Oney Anwar.
In addition to surfers, Indonesia also has many famous surfing board designers such as Johnny Cabianca and Maurice Cole.
Surfers in Indonesia often use words such as rocking (swinging), ngoyo (stubborn), and cemplon (weak) to describe their surfing experience.
Surfing culture has also influenced fashion and lifestyle in Indonesia, with many surf shops and clothing brands originating from this country.
Although Indonesia has become a popular surfing destination, many regions in Indonesia are still not explored by surfers and offer great potential for new and unique surfing experiences.