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Kaliantan Beach
A long, white-sand stretch in far southeast Lombok fronted by a reef-protected lagoon, home to Kaliantan Kitesurf - the island's only IKO-affiliated kite school. Still largely undeveloped and uncrowded, it's considered one of Lombok's strongest and most consistent wind spots.
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Wind
| best months |
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|---|---|
| season notes | Most consistent April-September at 15-20kt average, with days reaching up to 27kt. |
| avg knots | 15-20 |
| wind name | SE trade winds |
| direction to shore | cross-shore |
| quality | steady |
| typical kite sizes | 9-12m |
Water
| type | mixed |
|---|---|
| wetsuit | boardshorts, tropical |
| tides | low tide reduces usable lagoon area |
| standing depth | Kaliantan Lagoon is the main flatter riding zone, moderately choppy rather than glassy |
Levels
| beginner | no |
|---|---|
| intermediate | yes |
| advanced | yes |
| notes | The lagoon suits intermediate-advanced riders; exposed reef sections at Turtle Beach and 'Outside Ekas' are for experienced wave/surf kiters. |
Launch & crowd
| description | Kaliantan Lagoon launch, accessible at most tides except extreme low water |
|---|---|
| busy months |
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| vibe | uncrowded, few shops/accommodation - tipped as an up-and-coming spot |
Monthly wind statistics
Station: Praya (WeatherSpark, ~28 km) — Same nearest station as Ekas Bay (Praya, ~28 km away) - no station found closer to this stretch of south Lombok coast. Windy season (May 9 - Oct 24) covers and extends known_best_months (Apr-Sep). No probability(>=4Bft) figure available; windfinder.com 429-blocked all session.
| Month | Wind ≥4 Bft | Avg kn | Dir | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | —% | 5.4 | W | 27.2 | 28.9 |
| Feb | —% | 5.1 | W | 26.7 | 28.3 |
| Mar | —% | 4.4 | W | 26.7 | 28.9 |
| Apr | —% | 4.9 | E | 27.2 | 28.9 |
| May | —% | 5.9 | E | 26.7 | 28.3 |
| Jun | —% | 6.6 | E | 26.1 | 27.8 |
| Jul | —% | 7 | E | 25.6 | 27.2 |
| Aug | —% | 7.1 | S | 25.6 | 26.7 |
| Sep | —% | 6.6 | S | 26.1 | 27.2 |
| Oct | —% | 6 | S | 27.2 | 27.8 |
| Nov | —% | 5 | S | 27.2 | 28.9 |
| Dec | —% | 5 | S | 27.2 | 28.9 |
Hazards
- exposed outer reef ('Outside Ekas' can get gnarly with serious swell)
- low tide limits usable lagoon area
- bumpy unsealed access roads
Tips
- conditions are primo for both surfing and kiting on the same day
- stay in Ekas village (10 min away) since Kaliantan itself has little accommodation
- budget option: Tira Villa in Ekas
Travel basics
| airport | LOP - Lombok International Airport |
|---|---|
| getting there | about 2.5 hours by private vehicle from Mataram (~72km) |
| accommodation | Ekas Surf Resort, Ekas Breaks, or budget homestays in nearby Ekas village |
| cost level | budget |
| no wind | surf sessions, exploring nearby Ekas |
Nearby: Ekas Bay
Sources: iksurfmag.com · lombokdispatch.id · kitelombok.com