Mawun
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Swell, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Mawun is a serene, crescent-shaped bay that can provide fun surfing on the reef when the swell and tide are right. Reef hazards (including sharp reef sections and rocks) mean you need to be careful around shallow edges—especially at low tide—and you should treat rip currents during larger swells as a primary safety concern. When the swell is small, the bay is commonly referenced as a calmer area for swimming, but heavy shorebreak can develop on bigger swells and when wind shifts onshore. Access is usually via a short drive followed by a walk from a small paid parking area, and entry may require a protected-area fee. There are limited/no lifeguard services, so planning around tide timing and reef exposure is important.
- Reef surfing with mellow right-hander potential off the eastern corner
- Offshore northerly winds tend to clean up surf
- Very scenic bay, frequently used for swimming when swell is small
- Picturesque bay with white sand and clear/turquoise water
- Surf can offer mellow reef rides suitable for intermediate surfers
- Can work in wet and drier parts of the year depending on swell
- Reef/rock hazards, especially at low tide
- Rip currents can occur during solid swell
- Wind can be very sensitive to onshore directions and may be influenced by wind shadows
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N
- Offshore directions
- N, NE
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — N to North/Northeast trade winds reported.
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Moderate gusts reported; another source describes steady conditions.
- Best Months
- May, June, July, August, September
- Shadow Zones
- High hills surrounding the bay can create wind shadows near the shore
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — White-sand bay.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small — Wave size described as small; surf can increase with swell, including SSW swell.
- Launch
- Small — Sandy entry between rocky headlands; also described as a small signposted turn-off.
- Launch Difficulty
- Easy — Some sources say easy; others rate launch difficulty as moderate depending on conditions.
Through the year
Moderate year-round; can get busy with tourists during peak holiday months (July–August).
Wet season (Oct–April); additional note: rainy/stormy period can be December to March.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Mawun is a fairly exposed reef setup in a picturesque bay with reef breaks on either side. The eastern side can offer a mellow right-hander (and both left and right reef options are mentioned), typically best around mid-to-high tide with northerly offshore wind and SSW swell.
- Optimal Swell
- SSW, SW, S
- Swell Height
- 2–6 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Mid tide commonly noted as best; some guidance suggests mid-to-high tide.
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — Semisheltered bay character, but still exposed overall due to the reef and wrap potential.
- Wind Effect
- Cleanest on northerly offshore wind; very sensitive to South/Southwest onshore winds.
- Bigger Swell
- Requires a significant/large swell to wrap into the bay; when it does, it can become more powerful and prone to heavy shorebreak near the beach.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Quality described as good/average depending on swell size and angle.
- Wave Power
- Soft — Generally described as mellow/soft; another source rates power as moderate.
- Wave Shape
- Mushy — Mushy on the mellow right-hander; can be mixed depending on swell and the specific peak.
- Peel Speed
- Slow — Described as mellow/slow-peeling depending on the line.
- Ride Length
- Medium — Reports range from mellow right-handers to typical ride length estimates.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–100 m
- Ride Length Details
- Mellow right-hander described; another source estimates roughly 50–100 meters depending on swell energy.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Mawun in the full forecast view.
Mawun wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–12 ktsGusts 24 kts
- Direction
- SE143°
- Strongest day
- Thu, Oct 2912 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.3–2.8 m10s period
- Temperature
- 25–32 °C
Over the next 7 days, Mawun is forecast for daytime winds of 3–12 kts, peaking around 12 kts on Thursday, October 29 with gusts to 24 kts. The prevailing direction is SE. Waves run 1.3–2.8 m with a period of about 10s. 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
- Sharp reef at low tide
- Rip currents during solid swell
- Unpredictable shore break near the beach's center
- Rocks at the edges of the bay
- Rocks (general hazard)
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguards reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No rescue availability reported at the spot; regional context notes limited official coastguard presence.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest hospital/clinics referenced: in Kuta (~20–30 minutes) and also Mataram (~1.5 hours).
- Localism / Vibe
- None — One source indicates no localism; another mentions mild localism.
Rules of the spot
Standard surfing etiquette applies; respect local riders.
- Protected area entry fee required
- Keep entry and exit clear of the shallowest sections, especially when tide range is higher.
- Wait for conditions where the swell is large enough for the reef to break properly.
- The middle of the bay is usually safer for swimming when the swell is small.
- Bring your own food, water, and shade.
- Parking and access can require a paid entry/parking fee.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Kuta Lombok
- Nearest Town
- Kuta Lombok
- Parking
- Small parking area; 10,000 IDR per motorbike reported.
- Access
- 20 minutes west of Kuta Lombok via coastal road; follow Jl. Mawun from The Living Room Hostel intersection, ascend windy mountain roads past Bangkang Cave, descend to sea level and follow signpost to beach. Accessible by scooter or car.
- Cost Level
- Budget
- Local Language
- Indonesian
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Guesthouses and homestays available in the surrounding hills and nearby Kuta.
- Food & Drink
- Small local stalls (warungs) serving snacks, fresh coconuts, and local dishes on the beach.
- Equipment Rental:
- Basic surfboard rentals sometimes available from beach stalls.
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 Mawun?
The best overall months at Mawun are October, November, December, January, February, March, April. The best wind months are May, June, July, August, September.
Which wind directions work at Mawun?
Mawun works with N winds. Offshore directions are N, NE.
What skill level is Mawun suitable for?
Mawun suits these riding levels: Surfing: Intermediate.