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Supersuck

3.5 — based on 16 community signals
4.1 7 species 7 contributors

Supersuck is a year-round Indonesian surf break near Teluk Balas, drawing consistent swell with minimal crowds.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Shore entry

At a glance

Activity
surf
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
3.8 kn
Wave
1.22 m
Water
27.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SE (41%)
Now: W (260°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.87m

Today: High 14:00 (+0.42m), Low 08:00 (-0.36m)

+1.3 m0 m-0.6 m
▼ 08:00 · -0.36m ▲ 14:00 · +0.42m ▼ 19:00 · -0.08m ▲ 02:00 · +0.86m Now +0.9m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV9 · very high Air PM2.511 · good 06:04 18:09
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 9.7 1.36 9 0mm
09-20 9.2 1.76 9 0mm
09-21 8.8 1.9 9 0mm
09-22 9.2 1.72 9 0mm
09-23 7.5 1.68 9 0mm
09-24 7.5 1.64 8 2mm
09-25 8.5 1.38 9 1mm

About this spot

Supersuck sits in Indonesia's Teluk Balas region, a location that attracts surfers seeking consistent, warm-water waves. The spot operates year-round, meaning you can plan a trip almost any month and find rideable conditions. Unlike some Indonesian breaks that shut down seasonally, Supersuck delivers reliable swell throughout the year, making it ideal for surfers who can't plan around narrow windows. The break sits outside a marine protected area, which means fewer bureaucratic constraints on access. Local marine records show diverse species observations in the region, suggesting a healthy ecosystem around the break. The area has a small community presence—three community-contributed videos exist—so you'll find some local insight and knowledge available online, though you won't encounter heavy crowds. Indonesia's tropical water stays warm year-round, and Supersuck is no exception. Getting there requires standard Indonesia travel logistics: passport, visa if required for your nationality, and the usual Southeast Asia transport chains. Once you arrive, the break is straightforward to access without special permits or licensing hurdles.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🏄 Surfboard or rental confirmation
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 49%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 12648km · ~2909kg · €52

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 54/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 12h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 12h east · 8 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to visit Supersuck?

Supersuck works year-round. Unlike many Indonesian breaks that depend on seasonal monsoons, this spot delivers consistent swell throughout the year, so plan your trip based on your schedule rather than strict seasonal windows.

What difficulty level is Supersuck?

Difficulty ratings aren't documented for this break. Check community videos online and local reports before arrival to gauge whether conditions match your ability. Local surfers in the Teluk Balas area can offer real-time beta.

What kind of marine life will I see?

The Teluk Balas region shows diverse species observations on record. The break sits outside a protected marine area, so local ecosystems are active. Expect typical Indonesian tropical marine life, though specific species records depend on seasonal and daily conditions.

Do I need permits to surf Supersuck?

Supersuck is outside a marine protected area, so no special diving or activity permits are required. Standard Indonesia entry requirements apply: valid passport and visa if needed for your nationality. Check current Indonesian travel regulations before departure.

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

2 records · 2 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Ascarosepion latimanus

Cephalopoda · Sepiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 Jan 2025
×1records

Taeniura lymma

Elasmobranchii · Dasyatidae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 Jan 2025
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

WE FOUND THE CRAZIEST WAVE IN INDONESIA!

Koa Rothman
💬 3 top comments
  • In 2009, my then 12 year old and I spent 19 days camped out on the beach at Super Suck. In my 43 years of surfing, the 8 second barrel I got there still ranks as the best ride of my life.

    @emergesb · 👍 42
  • Seems like half the world’s surfers also found it 😂

    @Martinbal126 · 👍 3
  • We found the craziest empty fully crowded well known spot

    @emrico1 · 👍 3

The Supersuck sessions - Surfing West Sumbawa

Uber Mick
💬 3 top comments
  • Killer💜

    @markjackson2960 · 👍 0
  • This is good stuff Mick, what a wave!

    @raphjod · 👍 2
  • Sick tunes & tubes ⚡️🏴‍☠️🤙🏾

    @kainalu49 · 👍 4

Bodyboarding Indonesia 2019 - SUPERSUCK

Daniel Grebe
💬 3 top comments
  • Here before 1 million views 🔥

    @Solarris · 👍 5
  • sickk⚡️🙌🏽💪🏽💯💯

    @lord10hunnid · 👍 1
  • Beautifully done. Rider at 1.19 could not get through the pinch. What a gift he gave you to finish it off😊

    @michaelstrode8924 · 👍 1
wind peaks Aug-Jul-Sep, calmest Apr-Mar-Nov, dry Apr-Oct.

5-year monthly climate

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p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)

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