Your Bali team is made up of some of the best bodyboarders in the world, with decades of experience, they all receive in-house training and are all qualified lifeguards – so you can be sure of being in safe hands for your entire trip. There will be a total of 4 staff on the trip.
Rob Barber is not only the founder of Bodyboard Holidays - he is also a former European and British Bodyboarding Number 1, after a remarkable 25-year career combined with his role as Head Coach for the UK Surfing & Bodyboarding team, he was inspired to create unique bodyboarding experiences for like-minded people. It’s a real treat to have him onboard this trip, he first travelled to Bali in 1995 and his years of experience means you’ll be learning from the very best.
Grant is the Indonesia resort manager for Bodyboard Holidays and will be your go-to guy for everything Bali. Originally from Newquay, England he learned to bodyboard when he was 5 or 6 and joined Bodyboard Holidays on an Indonesia trip many years ago - he loved it so much he moved there! Now he’s a coach and guide for you on your Bali trip! Bali is the perfect place to teach bodyboarding and Grant is thrilled to show you his favourite waves. He loves taking people to the best waves in the world, scoring waves alongside them and watching people improve under his coaching. We call him the ‘Bali Bible’ for good reason!
Rendy is a pro photographer who will be on hand dedicated to catching shots of you on the best waves in the world. Using drones, in-water and on-land footage you’ll get a media package with amazing footage of your best waves by the end of the week. Rendy lives and works in Bali and is also an incredible tour guide.
During your stay in Bali you will have your very own modern, private en suite room.
Your accommodation in Bali is just a 50-minute drive from Denpasar International Airport. After landing, a driver will collect you and head west, away from the hustle and bustle of the capital city and towards bodyboarding paradise and your home for the week.
The hotel itself is within walking distance of an awesome bodyboarding spot called Echo Beach. Tourists and locals alike enjoy the awesome waves along this stretch – you are sure to fall in love with the palm trees, soft white sands and of course epic waves! This relaxed and authentic beach is perfect for watching the sun disappear behind the horizon while you enjoy a cold evening beer.
The local area of Canggu is a bustling scene fusing Indonesian and surf culture. Expect surf outlets, beachside cafes oozing charm, feasts for foodies of all tastes from veggie and vegan to high-end restaurants. This area is buzzing with stylish beachside vibes, surrounded by lush green terraced rice paddies, ancient temples and an azure ocean – you’ll never want to leave.
Enjoy the easy-going island atmosphere in your Bali hotel, where you can relax as you soak in the new culture and lifestyle. The rooftop restaurant and swimming pool provide everything you need for a comfortable stay during your time bodyboarding in Bali.
Accommodation options consist of twin and double rooms. We’ve been working with this hotel for many years, so you can be sure of being in good hands for your whole stay.
Why not pull up a sunbed for an afternoon of chilling on the roof terrace? Grab a massage to take your relaxation to the next level or make the most of the free wifi to catch up with friends and family back home. The hotel is centrally located so you’re within walking distance of the bars, restaurants, local shops and cafes. The rooms all have air conditioning, are fully secure and you will benefit from the ever-present and helpful hotel staff.
Facilities:
The variety of Indonesia’s surf breaks means you’ll be on quiet peaks offering mellower, long walling waves – perfect if you’re a beginner learning the basics or an intermediate rider looking to reach the next stage. There are also more challenging reefs for advanced riders.
Foundation level Instruction
Indonesia caters for bodyboarders of all abilities, and you’ll often find gentler, mellower waves breaking at one end of the beach or reef, when at the other there are waves offering barrels and steeper sections for more advanced riders. This is great if you’re looking to test yourself without jumping in at the deep end.
Whatever your level, your coaching team will be on hand offering daily guidance and tuition should you want it. Your sessions will be tailored to your ability, and taught by instructors who are in-house qualified and fully insured.
Our team are all highly-experienced lifeguards, some of whom have 20 years of surfing and worldwide travel behind them, all trained by multiple-times British National Champion and Team Coach Rob Barber.
We’ve got your back whatever your ability, and that’s a promise. Don’t stress if you’re just signing up to give it a go – on this trip there’s something for everyone, and we all have to start somewhere!
Foundation level tuition includes
Your instructors will be hands-on with your group in the water, able to give extra tips on the beach, and give detailed feedback during your informal classroom analysis. Group sizes are deliberately kept small helping you make the most of the one-to-one tuition.
In addition to coaching, we aim to enhance your overall understanding of bodyboarding. That’s why we offer separate Q&A sessions covering equipment, travel, safety, surf predictions, pressure charts, and bodyboarding fitness.
Intermediate and Advanced Instruction
There’s a reason so many top bodyboarders make an annual pilgrimage to Indonesia- the waves are perfect for high-level bodyboarding. We can help you master specific moves, from carving reverse spins to boosting airs. Ben Player, a world tour champion, often trained in spots like Uluwatu, Padang Padang, and Canggu for their wave variety, and for good reason. With such diverse wave conditions, you can focus on improving every aspect of your riding as we guide you to secret, virtually undiscovered spots, empty of people so you can catch the best waves all day.
Throughout your sessions, photography and video analysis will help fine-tune your technique. There’s simply no better way to elevate your skills than with slow-motion breakdowns of your biggest moves – you will see your skills skyrocket before your very eyes. By the end of your trip, we guarantee you’ll notice significant improvement. If coaching isn’t your focus, our expert guidance ensures you’re always in the best spot for the day’s waves, letting you fully enjoy each session while our team captures everything on video for you to review.
Seeing yourself bodyboard is a fantastic way to improve your performance. Every day you’ll watch a move-by-move breakdown of your bodyboarding session with footage both from the air, on land and in the water. Drone footage is a remarkable and exciting development in the bodyboarding world, and you will get world-class shots from your dedicated trip photographer – Rendy.
You’ll get to take a photo and video package home with you at the end of the week too, which is a helpful tool for your on-going progress and an epic memento of your trip. It will all be uploaded to an online gallery as you go so you have access to all your best shots and videos to upload throughout the week. We love seeing your waves on social media so feel free to share them as you like and make all your friends wildly jealous!
South-East Asia is well-known for its busy streets, bustling street vendors and colourful food markets. Bali is no exception and you’ll find an array of street-side restaurants, local warungs (family-owned eateries) and more westernised cafes and bars. When the sun goes down, the streets come alive with the buzz of tourists and locals alike searching for their favourite evening meal amongst a hive of friendly open-air diners.
As well as the local dishes like Nasi Goreng (fried rice mixed with meat and vegetables, served with a fried egg), Gado Gado (Mixed steam vegetables and rice with a peanut sauce) and Satay sticks (Your choice of skewered meat served with a spicy sauce, vegetables and coconut milk), you will also find a whole host of international cuisines to choose from.
Some of the staff at Bodyboard Holidays are lucky enough to call Bali home, and they each have their own favourite when it comes to local restaurants. They will have the most up to date, on-the-ground recommendations to make sure that you’re eating in the best spot for your taste and budget.
With so many epic spots for lunch, brunch, dinner and coffee, we asked our team to recommend some of the tried and tested spots they’ve discovered and been wowed by.
Best Restaurants in Bali:
The Avocado Factory, Canggu – A relaxed atmosphere and tasty brunches made with locally sourced food, sip on a fresh juice and munch on the house avocado on toast. With an emphasis on sustainability and style it’s The Place for Avo on Toast.
Valle Bali, Canggu – This stylish and sleek haven is an oasis of calm nestled away in the heart of Canggu. Offering poolside menus of brunch and tapas plates alongside cocktails for late afternoons lazing in the sunshine.
Sawit Modern Indonesian Restaurant – Combining contemporary dining with classic, traditional Indonesian culture and cuisine this chic spot is perfect if you’re looking to dive into Indonesian food with a twist!
Finns Beach Club – The most stylish beach club around, just 150 metres from the waterfront. The evenings bring fine food, signature cocktails, live music and DJs. You can go from a day on the beach beds to dancing all night long.
Mason Restaurant, Canggu – This fish-focused restaurant makes the most of the catch of the day. Fresh dishes straight from sea to table it’s all about quality. This stylish restaurant and bar also do a mean signature cocktail.
Zin Cafe – White washed tables, bamboo decor and a beautiful open air space. Just a short stroll from the beach, Zin Cafe is the perfect afternoon retreat from the heat. Sip on freshly roasted coffee or try some of the seasonal food on offer. It even offers a coworking space if you need to catch up on some life admin.
The Common – A cosy haven to relax, sip a cocktail and snack on a taco. The Common embodies the laid back atmosphere and vibes of Canggu. Offering the best of island life. We highly recommend the kickass Margaritas!
Zula Vegetarian Paradise, Seminyak – A vegetarian restaurant in a tropical paradise. This cosy, intimate escape is the perfect place to while away a few hours with good company, good food and excellent drinks. Homemade buns, delicious salads, fresh healthy dragon bowls or classic veggie burgers – everything is homemade, locally sourced and delicious.
FOOD – We recommend a daily food budget of around £25 per day. This will be plenty for you to eat at some fantastic spots.
VISA – Visa on arrival at the airport in Bali – 500,000 IDR.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
EQUIPMENT HIRE – If you decide not to bring your own kit (or you don’t own it) to hire equipment for the week the prices are as follows:
Swim fins – £45 per week
Board – £60 per week
You will need to arrange your own flights to Denpasar International Airport (DPS) in Bali.
Please arrange your flights to coincide with the following times:
If your flight arrival time does not sync up with our agreed pickup time, we can organise a taxi for you but you will be responsible for the transport cost (under £15). Please let us know if you would like this option. We have our welcome meeting at 18:00 on the first day of the trip so please try to arrive in good time. We welcome guests from all over the world so arrival times may vary but please arrange flights to land between the times stated above if you wish to make use of the transfer. Many of our guests choose to arrive a day early in order to acclimatise, relax and get over any jet lag.
If your flight includes a stop, please allow enough time to make your connection and factor in short delays. It’s best to book a ticket that transports your luggage directly to the airport in Bali if possible.
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We can’t guarantee your place until we have received a payment from you. Once you have made a payment, then you will be sent a trip confirmation email with all the details.
Yes definitely! We pride ourselves on being super welcoming and friendly. Most of our guests arrive solo and leave with a host of new bodyboarding buddies
Due to this trip being in high demand and having limited spaces, we can only hold your space for up to 24 hours without payment.
You are welcome to attend for a shorter period to suit your personal schedule, however the package price will remain the same.
Group booking discounts are available, please contact us for more information.
ASAP! These holidays fill up quickly and with limited spaces available, they sell out fast. We operate on a first come first serve basis. If you want to secure your place on the trip, we advise that you pay as soon as you can.
If you are based outside of the UK and would like to book or chat through the holiday details, we can be contacted through our online chat.
If you wish to bring a non-bodyboarding partner with you, that is absolutely fine, please contact us to create a price.
We have a great mix of all ages from young whipper-snappers to silver surfers. The gender ratio at the moment is around 60% men to 40% women. However, this is constantly changing and Bodyboard Holidays are inclusive to all
Most international mobile phones work in Indonesia, you should check with your supplier before you fly.
Yes, there is WiFi in the hotel which is of a good standard for the area. There is a business centre across the road from our accommodation with superfast internet. There is a small fee to use it but many of our guests choose to work remotely from there.
You’ll be asked to fill in an enrolment form as part of the booking process. You’ll signify which level of bodyboarder you are. You may be in a different group suited to your ability, however, there will be plenty of time to see each other back at the accommodation and during our social evening meals.
We choose the time of year and location for our holidays based on local knowledge and historical swell data. In the event of flat waves or stormy conditions, we will offer alternative activities and day trips to help you get the most out of your holiday.
Please take a look at our Area section for more information. We may also adjust the format of the week, for example, choosing to run more bodyboard sessions on the days that the waves are at their best.
Please visit our Terms & Conditions for more information
The area that we visit is blessed with constant surf, you can expect great conditions most days of the trip. To give you a clearer idea, the videos on this webpage were all filmed during previous bodyboard holiday trips.
We do not offer a discount for bringing your own equipment.
Remember to check the baggage size and weight allowance with your airline, as well as reading their guidance for carrying bodyboards. Baggage handlers can be unforgiving, so a tough bag and intelligent packing are a must.
Firstly, pack your board(s) in a protective, padded board bag, and write FRAGILE and TOP LOAD ONLY on it with a permanent marker. Make sure you wrap your towel and clothes around your board inside the bag for added protection. Place your shampoo and other wet toiletries in a separate sealed bag in case of leakage. We also recommend locking the zips on your bag with a padlock.
Entry into Indonesia may be refused and airlines may turn you away if you have less than six months left on your passport validity, or you don’t have an onward ticket out of the country. You will need to pay for a ‘Visa on Arrival’ which will allow you 30 days in Indonesia, the cost is 500,000 IDR.
Full information will be shared through your pre trip information pack. You can see information online here: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/indonesia/entry-requirements.
Please check international travel requirements for your nationality. Please contact your travel agent or airline if you are unsure or have any further questions.
If you are under 18, we will need to chat to you on the phone and you will need to be accompanied on the trip by a parent or guardian throughout the holiday. If you are 60 or over we’d love to chat with you about the trip before you book. Please contact us via our online chat.
On the day you travel please keep your mobile phone handy so we can stay in touch in case of delays and flight changes. Please inform us if you’re early or delayed for any reason.
If you need help booking your flight then just drop us a line or read our helpful blog post about booking flights.
If you can’t find our representative at the airport, stay there and wait, they won’t be far away. Our transfer representatives will have access to your arrival details. However, if you’re having difficulties finding them follow the instructions in your pre-arrival email. One of the team will locate you. Upon booking the trip the trip leader will share their direct mobile number so that you can contact them if you need them.
As with any holiday, full travel insurance is a requirement for all guests booking a trip with the company.
Please also ensure that your policy covers you for ‘disruption to travel’ and ‘cover for cancellations’ as standard.
For further help please read our helpful blog post about travel insurance.
You may need to add additional cover for surfing or bodyboarding, it is essential that your insurance policy covers you for all activities during your stay. Failure to take out travel insurance breaks the contract between Bodyboard Holidays and the client.
If you are joining one of our trips and you are native to the country of its location (i.e you live in Lisbon and are joining our Portugal trip) you do not need to take out medical travel insurance. This is as long as you have your own personal health-care plan or are covered by your country’s National Health Service. Although, we kindly request that you still take out trip disruption and cancellation insurance to cover all possible eventualities.
Health and safety medical advice for UK travellers can be found online at www.gov.uk/world
Otherwise, contact your GP or the Department of Health (DoH) for further information. The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) also issues up-to-date information on safety issues for countries world-wide. Contact the FCO travel advice line on 020 7238 4503/4504 if you have any concerns.
Please contact your doctor if you’re unsure about vaccinations. We advise you to take mosquito repellent to avoid getting bitten, though we’ve never been aware of any malaria or dengue fever cases in the areas that we visit. According to netdoctor.co.uk, the risk is very low.
Indonesian Rupiah We recommend you order some currency in advance and take a debit or credit card and use cash points once you’ve landed. You will find some ATM’s at the airport. Our accommodation has lock boxes for both passports and cash. You can exchange sterling cash with Balinese money-changers but this is less convenient than using cards.
We recommend taking at least two bank cards in case one becomes lost or damaged.
Please refer to the “Budget” section.
We are a UK based company that delivers trips all over the world welcoming travellers of all nationalities.
If your circumstances change and you can’t join the trip, please let us know as soon as possible via email. Your cancellation notice will start from the date we receive it.
Cancellation terms:
We hold part or full costs, depending on when you cancel:
Cancellation may fall under the terms and conditions of your holiday insurance policy and you may be able to claim.
Please take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions videos.
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