A beginner's guide - Lombok
Tanjung Aan surf spot guide for beginners
Brief spot overview: Tanjung Aan is a stunning white-sand beach in South Lombok, known for its calm vibes and natural beauty. The beginner-friendly surf spot is located in the middle of the bay, offering a long A-frame wave accessible by boat taxi. Beginners can surf here at mid to high tide, in smaller conditions.
What you’ll learn in this guide: This Tanjung Aan surf spot guide covers general spot info, wave characteristics, and the best surf conditions at Tanjung Aan Reef to help you plan your surf sessions.
The area
Location information
Surf spot name: Tanjung Aan Reef
Geographical location: Tanjung Aan Beach is located in south Lombok, about a 15 minute drive from Kuta Lombok where many tourists stay.
This is a long and beautiful white-sand beach that is surrounded by nature. It’s a relatively calm and quiet beach, with a couple of different surf spots. The surf spot suitable for beginners is the spot in the middle of the bay which has a long A-frame wave. It’s quite far out, so to get there you need to take a boat taxi.
What you need to know
General spot information
Ability level
Works well for beginners and intermediates when the conditions are not too big. Although I don't recommend this spot to a complete beginner due to the reef bottom. Instead, try a sand bottom break, like Selong Belanak Beach.
Crowd factor
Moderate. Less crowded than nearby beginner surf spots Selong Belanak Beach and Gerupuk Bay.
Water temperature
Ranges from 27°C to 30°C (81°F to 86°F) – a wetsuit is not needed, but I recommend that you wear a rashguard to protect yourself from getting rashes and irritated skin from the board if you surf on a foam board.
what the waves are like
Wave characteristics
Wave type: Reef break with A-frame wave.
Wave direction: Both left and right (A-frame wave)
When to surf
The best surf conditions
The best swell direction
The best wind direction
The best surf height
The best tide condition
Basic facilities available
Amenities and facilities
Other activities
What to do near Tanjung Aan besides surfing
1. Relax on the beach: Tanjung Aan is known for its pristine white sand and turquoise waters. Spend a day lounging, swimming, or enjoying the calm atmosphere by one of the warungs on the beach.
2. Visit Bukit Merese (Merese Hill): A short walk from Tanjung Aan, this hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the coastline. I recommend going here at sunrise or sunset. It’s a great spot for photography and enjoying the natural beauty of Lombok.
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