Tropical Beach
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| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.5 m | 1.4m 11s SSW | 8 km/h cross | 1.0m |
| 9 AM | 1.5 m | 1.3m 11s SSW | 6 km/h cross | 0.4m |
| 12 PM | 1.5 m | 1.3m 12s SSW | 6 km/h on | 0.2m |
| 3 PM | 1.5 m | 1.3m 12s SSW | 16 km/h cross | 0.7m |
| 6 PM | 1.6 m | 1.4m 12s SSW | 19 km/h cross | 0.8m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.0 m | 1.9m 13s SSW | 8 km/h cross | 1.2m |
| 9 AM | 2.1 m | 2.0m 13s SSW | 8 km/h cross | 0.6m |
| 12 PM | 2.2 m | 2.1m 13s SSW | 17 km/h cross | -0.0m |
| 3 PM | 2.3 m | 2.1m 13s SSW | 17 km/h cross | 0.4m |
| 6 PM | 2.3 m | 2.1m 13s SSW | 2 km/h cross | 0.8m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.1 m | 2.0m 12s SSW | 1 km/h off | 1.4m |
| 9 AM | 2.1 m | 2.0m 12s SSW | 1 km/h on | 0.9m |
| 12 PM | 2.0 m | 1.9m 12s SSW | 6 km/h on | -0.1m |
| 3 PM | 2.0 m | 1.8m 12s SSW | 12 km/h cross | -0.1m |
| 6 PM | 1.9 m | 1.8m 12s SW | 13 km/h cross | 0.7m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.8 m | 1.5m 12s SW | 6 km/h cross | 1.4m |
| 9 AM | 1.8 m | 1.5m 11s SW | 6 km/h cross | 1.3m |
| 12 PM | 1.9 m | 1.4m 11s SW | 11 km/h cross | 0.0m |
| 3 PM | 1.9 m | 1.5m 12s SW | 20 km/h cross | -0.5m |
| 6 PM | 1.9 m | 1.5m 12s SW | 18 km/h cross | 0.5m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 AM | 1.5m | 1.3m SSW | 11s | 6 SE cross | 0.4m |
| 10 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 5 SE cross | 0.2m |
| 11 AM | 1.4m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 3 S on | 0.2m |
| 12 PM | 1.5m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 6 S on | 0.2m |
| 1 PM | 1.5m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 12 SSE on | 0.4m |
| 2 PM | 1.5m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 16 SSE on | 0.6m |
| 3 PM | 1.5m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 16 SSE cross | 0.7m |
| 4 PM | 1.6m | 1.3m SSW | 12s | 17 SE cross | 0.8m |
| 5 PM | 1.6m | 1.4m SSW | 12s | 19 SE cross | 0.9m |
| 6 PM | 1.6m | 1.4m SSW | 12s | 19 SE cross | 0.8m |
| 7 PM | 1.6m | 1.4m SSW | 12s | 18 ESE cross | 0.7m |
| 8 PM | 1.7m | 1.5m SSW | 12s | 17 SE cross | 0.5m |
| 9 PM | 1.7m | 1.5m SSW | 13s | 16 SE cross | 0.3m |
| 10 PM | 1.7m | 1.5m SSW | 13s | 16 ESE cross | 0.1m |
| 11 PM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 13s | 14 ESE cross | 0.1m |
| 12 AM | 1.8m | 1.6m SSW | 13s | 13 SE cross | 0.2m |
| 1 AM | 1.8m | 1.7m SSW | 13s | 12 ESE cross | 0.4m |
| 2 AM | 1.8m | 1.7m SSW | 13s | 12 SE cross | 0.6m |
| 3 AM | 1.9m | 1.7m SSW | 13s | 12 ESE cross | 0.9m |
| 4 AM | 1.9m | 1.8m SSW | 13s | 11 ESE cross | 1.1m |
| 5 AM | 1.9m | 1.8m SSW | 13s | 10 ESE cross | 1.3m |
| 6 AM | 2.0m | 1.9m SSW | 13s | 8 ESE cross | 1.2m |
| 7 AM | 2.0m | 1.9m SSW | 13s | 9 ESE cross | 1.1m |
| 8 AM | 2.0m | 2.0m SSW | 13s | 8 SE cross | 0.9m |
About Tropical Beach
Tropical Beach, también conocida simplemente como Tropicals, es un reef break de derecha ubicado cerca del pueblo de Sekongkang, en la región de Maluk, al oeste de Sumbawa. A diferencia de los spots más exigentes de la zona, Tropicals ofrece una ola más amigable y versátil que pueden disfrutar tanto surfistas de nivel intermedio como quienes buscan maniobras más fluidas. Con una derecha larga y divertida, es una opción excelente para tablas híbridas, twin fins, o para los días en que simplemente quieres fluir sin la presión del barrel. Además, el spot está justo frente a uno de los mejores resorts de surf de la zona, lo que facilita la logística y genera un ambiente relajado.
Local knowledge
Como la mayoría de las olas del oeste de Sumbawa, Tropicals rompe sobre un arrecife de coral poco profundo, por lo que una caída en el interior puede significar cortes y raspaduras con el arrecife — vale la pena considerar el uso de booties con mareas bajas. Hay una corriente moderada a lo largo del arrecife que puede arrastrarte por el point, y los erizos de mar acechan en las zonas rocosas cerca de la entrada. Es mucho más perdonadora que las olas más pesadas de los alrededores, pero el arrecife sigue exigiendo respeto en marea baja.
Acceso fácil — la ola está justo frente al resort de surf cerca de Sekongkang, en la zona de Maluk/Sekongkang, así que puedes aparcar en el resort o en el frente de playa y bajar directamente caminando. Palea hacia afuera por el canal junto al arrecife para evitar ser arrastrado sobre el coral, y calcula tu salida sobre una ola o usa el mismo canal en lugar de trepar por el arrecife interior. Los warungs y el resort hacen que la logística y la comida no sean ningún problema.
Un spot perfecto para una tabla híbrida, fish o twin fin en los días más pequeños y suaves, cuando simplemente quieres fluir y hacer carves por la línea. Cuando aumenta el tamaño, cámbiate a una shortboard normal o a un pequeño step-up para manejar las secciones más empinadas y rápidas desde el takeoff.
mellow — relaxed vibe.
Where to go now
Tropical Beach vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical Beach Best now this spot | 1.5m | 1.3m 11s | 6 cross | Epic |
| 3 km away | 1.5m | 1.3m 11s | 0 off | Epic |
| 3 km away | 1.5m | 1.3m 11s | 0 off | Epic |
| 3 km away | 1.5m | 1.3m 11s | 0 off | Epic |
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Black Fin Surf School, Belanak Lombok
★ 5.0Selong Belanak, Praya Barat, Central Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara 83572, Indonesia
A highly regarded surf school rooted in the Belanak area, bringing experienced coaching and an inviting vibe to surfers near Tropical Beach in Sumbawa. With its strong reputation, it works well for first-timers and improvers alike.
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Turmuzi Surf Gerupuk - Lombok Surf Lessons
★ 5.0Jl. Gerupuk, Sengkol, Kec. Pujut, Lombok, Nusa Tenggara Bar. 83573, Indonesia
Locally led surf lessons carrying the warmth and wave knowledge of the Gerupuk surf community, offered near the mellow setting of Tropical Beach in Sumbawa. A great pick for beginners and improvers wanting patient, personal coaching.
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Imam lombok surf school
★ 5.0Gerupuk, Sengkol, Kec. Pujut, Mataram, Nusa Tenggara Bar. 83573, Indonesia
A well-loved local school working the waves around Tropical Beach in West Sumbawa, with a strong following that points to friendly, attentive coaching. A solid choice for first-timers and progressing surfers wanting to get comfortable in uncrowded line-ups.
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Surfing Kertasari
★ 5.0Labuan Kertasari, Taliwang, West Sumbawa Regency, West Nusa Tenggara 84455, Indonesia
A small, personal Kertasari-based operation working the waves near Yoyos in Sumbawa, perfect for surfers after an unhurried, local experience. Great for beginners learning the ropes and intermediates building confidence.
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Rock West Sumbawa Outdoor Adventure
★ 5.0Pantai pesin (Tropical beach, Sekongkang Bawah, Kec. Sekongkang, Kabupaten Sumbawa Barat, Nusa Tenggara Bar. 84457, Indonesia
An outdoor and surf adventure outfit near Yoyos in West Sumbawa, ideal for travellers wanting to pair surf sessions with exploring the wild coast. A relaxed choice for newcomers and improving surfers alike.
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★ 5.02QP5+F5R, Kemuning, Sekongkang, West Sumbawa Regency, West Nusa Tenggara 84457, Indonesia
A convenient board rental near Yoyos, Sumbawa, for surfers who want to grab gear and head out at their own pace. Best suited to those already comfortable picking their own waves.
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Surfing in Sumbawa
Full Sumbawa surf guide →Sumbawa is Indonesia's rugged middle child, sitting east of Lombok and west of Flores, and it remains one of the archipelago's last genuine surf frontiers. Where Bali hums with traffic and beach clubs, Sumbawa offers dry savannah hills, empty white-sand bays, dusty roads and fishing villages where life still moves at its own pace.
✈️Getting there
Most surfers reach Sumbawa overland and by ferry from Bali or Lombok. The classic route is Bali to Lombok, then drive across Lombok to Kayangan and take the public ferry to Poto Tano in West Sumbawa (roughly 1.5–2 hours). From Poto Tano it's a 1–2 hour drive to the Maluk/Sekongkang surf zone.
🛵Getting around
Once on Sumbawa, a scooter is the cheapest and most flexible way to reach nearby breaks, and many surf camps in Maluk and Hu'u rent them with board racks. Roads on the main routes are decent, but expect potholes, livestock, dust in the dry season and stretches of rough or unsealed track to remote bays.
🌤️Climate & season
Sumbawa has a dry, hot tropical climate, drier and more arid than Bali, with two clear seasons. The dry season runs roughly April to October — this is prime surf time, with cleaner conditions, consistent groundswell and steady offshore-to-cross trade winds in the mornings.