Ampang (Sandubaya)
- Shortboard, Advanced riders
- Best for
- Intermediate to Expert
- Skill Level
- Swell
- Spot Type
- Empty
- Crowd Level
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About
Ampang (Sandubaya) is a remote, low-profile reef break in South Lombok that’s described as fairly exposed but notably unreliable. Wave quality can be inconsistent, and it often requires a significant south swell to wrap in and show what the break can do. Even when it’s working, conditions are best understood as “fickle”—with workable sessions appearing only when the swell connects properly.
- Favors south swell to wrap in
- Exposed reef break (lefts and rights) but very inconsistent
- Sea urchins and sharp reef are a key hazard
- Exposed reef break with lefts and rights when it connects
- Typically very low crowd due to remoteness and reliability issues
- Works best with south swell; can hold usable size when conditions align
- Very fickle/unreliable wave conditions
- Reef hazards including sea urchins and sharp coral/reef
- Limited access options (often by boat) and limited rescue/medical proximity
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NE
- Offshore directions
- N, NE
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Southeast trade-wind pattern in the region; may strengthen through the afternoon during the drier months.
- Reliability
- medium
- Gust Factor
- Steady
- Best Months
- May, June, July, August, September
- Thermal Window
- Other · Afternoon · +15–20 kts · Months: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep · Dir: E, ESE, SE, SSE · Afternoon wind reinforcement is commonly cited roughly 11:00am–5:00pm.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium — Medium wave energy overall; better performance when swell is large enough to wrap in.
- Launch
- Medium — Beach launch onto a reef flat.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate
Through the year
Generally very low crowd levels due to its remote nature and fickle reliability.
November to March
By sport
What to expect for each.
Fairly exposed reef break with unreliable/fickle waves; tends to require a significant south swell to wrap in and show its potential. Typically offers workable sections only when swell conditions connect.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- S, SW
- Swell Height
- 1.5–3 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid
- Shelter
- Exposed
- Wind Effect
- Offshore winds from the North or Northeast provide clean faces.
- Bigger Swell
- Can handle size but becomes more difficult to manage due to shifting peaks.
- Wave Quality
- Average
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Peeling
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Medium
- Ride Length Details
- Offers workable sections when the swell is large enough to connect.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Ampang (Sandubaya) in the full forecast view.
Ampang (Sandubaya) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–13 ktsGusts 24 kts
- Direction
- SSE150°
- Strongest day
- Thu, Oct 2913 kts
- Windy days
- 1/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.2–2.6 m11s period
- Temperature
- 25–32 °C
Over the next 7 days, Ampang (Sandubaya) is forecast for daytime winds of 3–13 kts, peaking around 13 kts on Thursday, October 29 with gusts to 24 kts. The prevailing direction is SSE. Waves run 1.2–2.6 m with a period of about 11s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Sea urchins
- Sharp reef / sharp coral reef
- Strong currents possible during large swells
- Remote location
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — No formal coastguard base; informal rescue/transport is often provided by local boatmen and community support.
- Emergency Info
- Indonesia emergency number: 112. Nearest major medical facilities are in Mataram (about 90 minutes away). Local clinics are available in Keruak for minor issues.
Rules of the spot
- No formal rescue services at the spot (prepare for limited/emergency response).
- Bring reef booties to protect against urchins and sharp coral.
- Check the swell forecast carefully as the spot is often flat.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Mataram
- Nearest Town
- Sandubaya
- Nearest Airport
- Lombok International Airport (LOP)
- Parking
- Limited informal parking if accessing by land via the village.
- Public Transport
- Extremely limited; most visitors rely on private car transfers or scooter rentals.
- Access
- Access is typically by boat from Awang or Ekas, or via a long drive through local villages on unpaved roads.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Indonesian
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Homestays in Ekas or Awang villages; surf camps in the wider Kuta Lombok area.
- Food & Drink
- Local warungs available in nearby villages.
- Equipment Rental:
- No rentals on site; must bring all gear.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Ampang (Sandubaya)?
The best overall months at Ampang (Sandubaya) are January. The best wind months are May, June, July, August, September.
Which wind directions work at Ampang (Sandubaya)?
Ampang (Sandubaya) works with N, NE winds. Offshore directions are N, NE.
What skill level is Ampang (Sandubaya) suitable for?
Ampang (Sandubaya) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Intermediate to Expert.