Keramas Black Sand Beach

Keramas Beach stands apart in Bali's crowded surfing scene. While the island's west coast draws crowds with its white sand beaches and beginner-friendly breaks, Keramas on Bali's east coast offers serious surfers something different - world-class waves, dramatic black volcanic sand, and a relatively uncrowded, authentic experience that attracts those who come for the surf, not the scene. Unlike the popular Seminyak Beach or Kuta Beach, Keramas remains a haven for serious surfers.

Located in Gianyar regency, Keramas has earned legendary status in the surfing world. The wave here is renowned for its consistency and quality, hosting international surfing competitions and attracting professional surfers from around the globe. But beyond the serious surfing, Keramas offers visitors a glimpse of a more traditional Bali, where fishing villages coexist with surf culture, and rice fields meet the sea.

The most striking feature of Keramas is its black volcanic sand, a reminder that Bali was formed by volcanic activity. The sand is deep black, fine-grained, and creates a dramatic contrast with the turquoise water and green rice fields that surround the area. Walking barefoot on the warm black sand while watching surfers ride waves is a unique Keramas experience.