Black Sand Beach (Serangan)

Black Sand Beach (Serangan) is a medium-sized black-sand launch with clean water that’s typically reported as choppy (and sometimes small-wave influenced). The beach has a spacious area for rigging, with grassy space behind, which helps accommodate setup. Water conditions are often described as more workout-oriented due to strong longshore currents, particularly around tidal changes. For wind sports, the dominant pattern is easterly to southeasterly trade winds. Kitesurfing is the best match, with sessions most commonly reported from May through September. Wind speeds are described in the low-to-mid teens up into the mid-20s (knots), and gusting is generally characterized as light. Thermal effects are reported as most supportive in the afternoon, reinforcing the trade-wind flow. Safety considerations are important: riders should expect strong currents and be alert around launching/shore conditions. There are also reports of occasional driftwood or debris after heavy rains. Kiting access and rules may vary, so riders are advised to verify whether kitesurfing is permitted and whether a special permit or local kite organization membership is required. Surf and foiling are secondary possibilities. Surfing is characterized as heavy and shifting, with an exposed setup that can close out on larger swell, and wind commonly chops the water. For wing foiling, the spot is described as deep with limited shallow reef issues, making it suitable once you’re past the shorebreak. Overall, it’s presented as a low-profile alternative for riders looking for space and consistent dry-season winds.