New to surfing?
Tell us how comfortable you feel in the water and what you’d like to learn. We’ll talk you through the next steps.
A GOOD DAY STARTS AT SEA
Meet the ocean. Find your rhythm.
A little more surf. A little less rush.
Gerupuk, Lombok, Indonesia
OUR STORY / HELLO SEA
HELLO SEA began with a simple wish: to build a life around surfing, and share the freedom and happiness of time by the ocean.
Our first surf experience in Bali became a reason to keep returning to the sea. Through surf travel, work with a surf brand and experience running accommodation, that feeling grew into a wish to create a welcoming base of our own.
In Gerupuk, Lombok, we’re building that base with Asim and Yudha. Learn at your own pace, share stories after a session, and make a little room for slower days. The place will grow with the people who spend time here.
THE HELLO SEA SPIRIT
Our character carries the same spirit: a friendly hello on shore and the joy of riding a wave. Through colour, illustration and future everyday goods, we want that feeling to stay with you beyond the beach.
T-shirts, caps, and little reminders of the sea are part of the plan. Our merchandise collection is still in development and is not yet available to buy.
AYO SURF
Explore the lessons, meet your instructors and find a plan for your time in Gerupuk.
FIND YOUR FLOW
Tell us about your surfing experience. We’ll help you plan a session that suits you.
OUR INSTRUCTORS
Sample introduction · Profiles and photos will be updated.
Surf with our team ↗PRICING
A LITTLE LOOK AROUND
Come with me. Let’s look around Gerupuk and the shores of Lombok.
Gerupuk, Lombok · 2017
伊賀上野ニンニン · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0
Mawi, Lombok · 2008
Tanjung Aan, Lombok · 2017
Suryanata budi / PAGESPHOTOGRAPH · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0
Archive photographs of Gerupuk and other Lombok locations. Each photo is labelled with its location and year; these are not HELLO SEA lesson or guest photos.
Gerupuk Beach.jpg
伊賀上野ニンニン · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0
Dave B @ Mawi
David Hunt · Source · CC BY 2.0
PANTAI TANJUNG AAN.jpg
Suryanata budi / PAGESPHOTOGRAPH · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0
Q&A
Lessons, what to pack and how to plan your visit. Open a question to read more.
Yes. Introductory lessons start with a warm-up, safety guidance and step-by-step practice on land. If you are not confident swimming, tell us before booking so we can discuss a suitable lesson and the conditions.
Group lessons have a maximum of two students per instructor (1:2). Choose a private lesson (1:1) if you prefer individual attention.
These sessions suit surfers who can take off and are practising reaching the lineup. A local guide chooses a suitable spot using the day’s tides and wave forecast, and helps with lineup etiquette and wave-catching timing.
Bring swimwear or a rash guard and boardshorts, sunscreen or a sun stick, personal toiletries and a reusable water bottle.
Lessons include surfboard rental, a rash guard if needed, a local instructor or guide, transport to the surf spot by boat or vehicle, and drinking water.
We choose a suitable spot each day based on wave size, wind direction, tides and your ability. Options include Gerupuk Inside or Outside, Tanjung Aan and Serangan. The location is confirmed for the day’s conditions.
Lessons generally run in ordinary rain or brief showers. If strong winds, lightning, heavy rain or high waves make conditions unsafe, we will contact you to reschedule or cancel.
We recommend booking at least two to three days ahead. Lesson times depend on tides and conditions, so suitable time slots may be limited.
Cancel at least 24 hours before the lesson: a full refund or rescheduling is available. Same-day cancellations and no-shows are non-refundable. If we cancel due to unsafe weather, you receive a full refund. For cancellations less than 24 hours before the lesson but before the lesson date, please ask us about the applicable terms before booking.
Professional camera or drone filming is available as an optional extra. Ask about availability, the fee and the filming method when booking. Footage can be used to review your technique or keep a memory of your session.
Yes. We offer shortboards, longboards and single-fin boards, as well as motorbikes fitted with surf racks. Contact us to check stock and rental rates for your dates.
YOUR NEXT GOOD DAY
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