Unleash Your Inner Surfer: Bombora Medewi's Epic Waves Await!
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're about to dive headfirst into the Unleash Your Inner Surfer: Bombora Medewi's Epic Waves Await! experience. And let me tell you, after a week of dodging rogue waves and questionable hotel coffee, I'm ready to spill the beans (and maybe throw a few). This isn't your sterile, perfectly-reviewed travel blog. This is the real deal, the messy, sunburnt, and slightly-salty truth.
First Impressions: So, About Accessibility…
Okay, let’s rip the band-aid off. Accessibility is… well, it’s a mixed bag. The website talks the talk, but I'm not sure it's truly walking the walk, especially if you're dependent on a wheelchair or have significant mobility issues. The facilities for disabled guests are listed, but the devil is in the details. Double-check, call, and triple-check before committing. I’m a clumsy, able-bodied person and tripped over a strategically placed root… seriously, it’s that kind of vibe. The elevator exists, bless its heart. But navigating some of the paths around the property? Let's just say you might need a sherpa.
The Good Stuff: Blissful Escape and Food, Glorious Food!
Let’s talk about the good stuff. Because, damn, there's a lot of it. This place knows how to relax you. The spa? Forget about it. The Body scrub, Body wrap, Massage, all top-notch. I practically melted into the massage table. Literally, I’m pretty sure I left a small, sweaty impression. And afterward, the sauna, steamroom, and foot bath. Pure. Bliss. The Pool with a view? Stunning. You're basically staring at paradise, while sipping a cocktail.
Now, onto the really important stuff: Food! Forget about dieting. You're on vacation. You're surfing. You're hungry. And Bombora Medewi delivers. The restaurants are plentiful. The Asian cuisine in restaurant is killer. I swear, I dream about their Pad Thai. They have a Vegetarian restaurant! Amazing, because sometimes that's all I want. And when you are hungover, their Breakfast in room is a lifesaver. And on those lazy afternoons, the Poolside bar? Essential. The Happy Hour is also crucial.
The Room: Your Fortress of Solitude (Mostly)
My room was… ok. Air conditioning? Check. Air conditioning in public area? Yes. Internet access – wireless? You know it. Wi-Fi [free]? Absolutely. And for the most part, the rooms sanitized between stays. Free bottled water? Saved my life. The blackout curtains were a godsend, perfect for sleeping off all that sun and surfing. However, the soundproofing wasn't amazing. And the room service [24-hour] was a bit inconsistent. Sometimes delivered quickly. Other times…radio silence. But hey, imperfections add character, right?
Diving Deeper (and Getting Slightly Off-Topic):
I need to tell you about the waves. Seriously, the Bombora Medewi's Epic Waves are no joke. They are, in a word, epic. I’m not a great surfer. I'm somewhere between a beginner and a complete kook. But even I caught some waves. And the feeling? Unmatched. The adrenaline rush is real. The water's warm. The sun is hot. You’re surrounded by other surfers, all chasing that perfect wave. And let's be honest, the potential wipeouts are equally entertaining. I spent an hour just watching others, drinking beers, laughing. Just feeling content. I could do this, everyday.
Gripes & Grumbles (Because I’m Human)
Okay, let's be brutally honest. While the staff tries hard (and are generally lovely), service can be a bit… variable. Daily housekeeping was hit or miss. The Internet signal, while technically available, was sometimes slower than me getting to my feet after a wipeout. One day I just gave up, and enjoyed the silence. I mean, I loved the option to opt-out of room cleaning.
And, the Breakfast [buffet]… Well, it was fine, but sometimes the selections felt a bit repetitive. Would I have loved a wider coffee selection? Yes. Do they have espresso? Yep. Did I want more? Always. But that's just me.
Cleanliness & Safety: Peace of Mind (Mostly)
In these pandemic times (let’s be real), Cleanliness and safety are HUGE. They've made good efforts, with Anti-viral cleaning products and Daily disinfection in common areas. There were Hand sanitizers everywhere, and the staff wore masks. I observed staff regularly sanitizing surfaces, which goes a long way for peace of mind. They did seem to follow the Physical distancing of at least 1 meter rule.
The Fine Print and The Verdict:
- Things to do: Surfing (duh!), exploring nearby villages, chilling by the pool, massages, spa treatments.
- Services and conveniences: Airport transfer, Car park [free of charge], Laundry service, Concierge.
- Dining, drinking, and snacking: Plenty of choices. Restaurants. Coffee shop. Snack bar. Poolside bar.
- For the kids: Not really the main focus, but they have some Babysitting service and Kids facilities.
The verdict?
Unleash Your Inner Surfer: Bombora Medewi's Epic Waves Await! is a fantastic place to unwind and experience Bali. YES, things aren’t perfect, and yes, there are areas for improvement. But the raw beauty of the location, the surfing, the amazing food, and the genuinely friendly staff more than make up for it. I had an unforgettable time. And let's be real, after battling the waves every day, I absolutely needed that massage.
My Emotional Response:
- Pure, unadulterated, sun-kissed joy. The waves, the food, the people… it's all amazing.
- Exasperation at the inconsistent internet and the slightly haphazard service. (But hey, vacation vibes, right?)
- A deep desire to go back. Like, yesterday.
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Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're heading to Bombora Medewi, Indonesia. Forget those perfectly polished Instagram feeds – this is going to be a glorious, sun-drenched mess. Here's what I'm hoping will happen, and the likely reality. Prepare for a rollercoaster, people.
Bombora Medewi: The (Un)Official Itinerary of Chaos & Sunshine
Pre-Trip Anxiety & Preparations (aka, the Before Times):
- Weeks Before: Panic sets in. Did I book the right flights? Pack enough sunscreen? (Narrator: She did not). I'm already convinced I'll get Dengue Fever and be spending the trip horizontal, staring at a geckos on the ceiling. Cue hours of Googling "Symptoms of Dengue Fever."
- Days Before: Laundry mountain. Packing is a nightmare. I'm convinced I need EVERYTHING. Then, the inevitable: realizing I forgot to order passport photos. Sigh.
- Hours Before: The airport dash. Traffic, of course. The airport feels like the Hunger Games. Successfully navigate security (miracle!) and immediately crave a questionable airport burger. My stomach is already prepping for the Indonesian food, which will be the highlight…or the downfall.
Day 1: Arrival & The Great Medewi Reconnaissance
- Morning (or, like, a blurry afternoon): Landed! Jakarta airport is overwhelming. So. Many. People. The immigration line is a slow-motion torture, and I'm pretty sure the guy in front of me is trying to smuggle a small nation in his backpack. Finally, freedom! The driver is there, bless his heart. Driving to Medewi feels like a movie: crowded roads, endless rice paddies shimmering in the heat. I keep saying "WOW!" It takes three hours or so, but it is worth it.
- Afternoon: Arrive at the guesthouse, "Secret Spot" as they call it, which is already hilarious because it's literally right on the main strip. It's charmingly…rustic. The fan looks like it's about to fall on my head. My room smells vaguely of incense and damp wood. Perfect. But the ocean view is… chef's kiss. Drop luggage, change into something that isn't covered in airport grime, and then hit the beach.
- Evening: First sunset. Oh. My. God. It's actual fire painted across the sky. I vow to never take sunsets for granted again (I will, of course, by day three). Wander along the (very rocky) beach. Find a warung (small family-run restaurant) with a bamboo roof. Order Nasi Goreng (fried rice) and a Bintang. The Bintang is ice cold. The Nasi Goreng is AMAZING. Almost immediately trip over a stray dog who is as laid back as the locals . This is living!
Day 2: Surf School & Sand-Kissed Reality
- Morning: Surf lesson! I've dreamt of surfing ever since I saw Point Break at 15. Reality: I'm a wobbly, clumsy, ocean-bound slug. The instructor is patient, but I'm pretty sure the fish are laughing at me. I manage to stand up once for about three seconds. Victory.
- Afternoon: Sunburn brewing. Slather myself in aloe vera. The wind feels like a warm hug. After all that surfing, I am in the mood for some quiet time. Decide to wander through the rice paddies. Get slightly lost. Find a little temple. The lushness of the colors, combined with the sounds of the water, is something else. I wander back to the beach, and find a group of young locals just playing in the water. I find myself just staring at them, laughing.
- Evening: Dinner at a different warung. Try the Gado-Gado (vegetables in peanut sauce). Delightful! Chat with the owner, who tells me about the local surf scene. Feel that sense of connection with the community, which warms the heart. I'm surprisingly happy to go to bed early.
Day 3: Overdoing It, and Discovering True Paradise
- Morning: Legs feeling like jelly. Sunscreen application remains a struggle. I'm pretty sure I missed a spot, and now I look like a lobster. Decide to try a local massage. The woman who gives it is tiny but mighty. She finds muscles I didn't know I had. Pain and bliss, all in one.
- Afternoon: The Great Temple Adventure: Head to the Pura Medewi, which is in the middle of the waves. Try to find a scenic area for photos. Get swarmed by monkeys. They're cheeky little bastards. They try to steal my sunglasses. Retreat back to the guesthouse, defeated.
- Evening: Decide I NEED pizza. Find a place that serves Western food. The pizza is… okay. The beer is cold. I watch the sunset and, despite the pizza, feel completely and utterly content.
Day 4: The Great Medewi Retreat
- Morning: Wake up, feel better, and go for another surf lesson. I am still terrible. But I'm starting to have fun. The ocean is warm, and I am starting to stop caring about looking like an idiot.
- Afternoon: After all that surfing, I'm in the mood for some quiet time. Decide to wander through the rice paddies. Get slightly lost. Find a little temple. The lushness of the colors, combined with the sounds of the water, is something else.
- Evening: It is time to reflect. I sit down in silence, and remember what is truly important to me, and what isn't. I remember how much I miss the world, and the beauty of it. I wonder if the other members of my group, are having a similar emotional reaction. I decide to go to sleep straight after, and prepare myself for the next day.
Day 5: The Farewell Feast & the Long Ride Home (or, The Hangovers Begin)
- Morning: Last surf. I actually catch a small wave and manage to ride it! Success! I'm officially a surf enthusiast.
- Afternoon: Pack (again, the struggle is real). Have a final lunch at my favorite warung. Say goodbye to the friendly owner, who gives me a hug. I swear, I'm gonna cry. Have one last Bintang.
- Evening: Airport Dash, take two. Contemplate how much I actually didn't do. The flight is bumpy. I fall asleep and miss the meal. Land. Back to reality. The world is cold, grey, and a little bit sad. But, the memories of the sea are with me. I vow to return.
Throughout The Trip (The Bit Where It Gets Messy):
- Food & Drink: The food is often a gamble, but always delicious. I'll probably get a stomach bug. I'll definitely fall in love with the local coffee. And Bintang, the Indonesian beer, will become my best friend. Also, the street food is amazing, and slightly terrifying.
- People: The locals are warm, welcoming, and genuinely lovely. I will struggle with the language barrier, but the smiles and hand gestures will work wonders. I will probably offend someone without meaning to. Oops. But I will learn a little bit about their lives, and learn a little bit about myself.
- The Imperfections: There will be power outages. The Wi-Fi will be unreliable. The roosters will wake me up at 4 am every single day. The mosquito bites…oh, the mosquito bites. I will lose things. I will make stupid decisions. But that's part of the fun.
- Emotional Rollercoaster: This trip will probably break me down and build me back up again, all in the space of a week. I'll feel overwhelmed, exhilarated, exhausted, and utterly, ridiculously happy. I'll laugh until my stomach hurts. I might cry. I'll probably feel a huge sense of gratitude for being able to experience this.
So, there you have it. My ridiculously optimistic, slightly deluded, and entirely imperfect itinerary for Bombora Medewi. Wish me luck. And if you see a pale, slightly sunburnt, wobbly surfer muttering to themselves on the beach, it's probably me. Don't be afraid to say hi. I'll probably need a Bintang.
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Okay, Seriously... Is Medewi *Really* THAT Good? All the Hype, You Know?
Dude, HYPE? The hype is absolutely justified and it’s absolutely not hype! Medewi? Think... a perfect, long, peeling left that just keeps going and going and going. I remember my first time. Flew in, straight from some dreadful conference, still smelling vaguely of stale coffee and desperation. Paddled out, saw this beautiful, glassy wall... and promptly ate it. Like, *full* wipeout, underwater tumble dryer experience. Utterly humiliating. But... when I surfaced, gasping for air, spitting ocean, that tiny spark of "I want more" was already lit. So yeah, it's good. Beyond good. It's addictive. Prepare to become a Medewi junkie.
I'm a Total Beginner. Like, "Never Stood Up On a Board" Beginner. Am I Completely Screwed?
Okay, let's be brutally honest. Medewi is NOT your learn-to-surf, gentle-wavy-beach-break kind of spot. It’s a reef break. Reef breaks are beautiful, they're powerful, and they can be… not friendly. If you're a complete newbie and you can’t even pop up yet, or understand wave selection, maybe... just maybe... Medewi isn't the *best* place to start. It's a lot like trying to learn how to drive a Ferrari on the Autobahn... before you've mastered a bicycle. You *could* do it, I’m certain someone out there is learning to surf Bombora on day one, but probably best to start somewhere gentler. Spend some time on a beach break, get the basics down, and then, and only then, consider Medewi. Otherwise you'll more than likely just have a horrible time. And honestly, there are many other beautiful beaches for learning.
What Board Should I Bring? (or Rent)
This is where things get a bit… personal. For me, I'm rocking a longboard. I'm an old man and I value wave count. For bombing down the line, a board with volume is essential. If you're a step up, a 6'8" that suits your weight and ability is probably a solid choice. Ask the locals in the surf shops in Medewi. And whatever you do, don’t just grab the cheapest thing you can find. A poorly chosen board is a ticket to frustration and possibly broken dreams (and maybe even a broken board.) Rent a few different sizes and shapes at the surf shops, get a feel for what works *for you* in these waves. That's the key.
What are the conditions like? And How to time it?
Okay, so Medewi is fairly predictable and consistent, which is one the great attractions. It generally works best on a mid to high tide, and the peak of flood will likely be the best conditions, meaning the wave will be at its best. The wind is generally a very light offshore breeze at midday, making for glassy conditions.
The swell? That’s the magic. It generally likes a west/southwest swell. But check the surf report obsessively. Think about it… If I'm planning a trip, I'm checking Windguru, Magicseaweed, Surfline – all of them – three times a day, at least. It's an obsession, really. You need to. Don't just blindly trust some dude who might tell you "Yeah, it's always good." It can get good, but also bad. It depends. So go for the best swell.
Safety Concerns? I Hear About Reef...
Yep. Reef. It's there. And it's sharp. You’ll need a decent leash. Consider reef booties if you're not confident in your footwork (I personally hate them, makes me feel less connected to the board, but safety first!). Learn how to duck dive properly. And pay attention. Seriously. Watch how the other surfers are navigating the lineup, how they’re paddling back out, how they're avoiding getting swept onto the rocks. It's a respect thing, but also a survival thing. It isn't that complicated, just keep an eye out.
Any tips for the Lineup Etiquette? Don't want to look like a kook.
Alright, the lineup. The Wild West of surfing. First priority is knowing how to paddle. Second is knowing when to go. It's a complex dance, and if you're at Medewi, there are some things to keep in mind. "Don’t snake." Don’t paddle around someone to get on a wave when they're already in position. That’s a cardinal sin. "Inside rights." If you're closer to the peak and the wave's coming your way, you have priority. Respect the locals. They know the wave better than you. Don’t drop in on someone and generally just be cool. A smile goes a long way. If you mess up, apologize. And don't be afraid to drop in on a wave, just paddle!
What About the Vibe? Is Medewi a friendly spot?
The vibe at Medewi… depends. It's generally pretty good, but it’s a bit of a mixed bag. You've got the expat surfers, the traveling surfers, and the local guys who’ve been surfing there since they were knee-high to a grasshopper. And every group has their own idea of how things should be. I've had some incredible sessions with friendly locals, sharing waves, and talking stories. Then there are times when I've felt that the locals are a little less welcoming, or a bit territorial. It's the luck of the draw, more than anything. Mostly, if you're showing respect, paddling out, and being cool, you will be. It's a world of surfers, we get along, it's all good.
What About Off-Beach Stuff? What's to Do in Medewi besides surf?
Okay, here's the slightly less glamorous truth... Medewi is fairly undeveloped. Which, for many, is part of the appeal. It's not Kuta or Canggu. Don’t go there expecting a roaring nightlife. There are a few warungs (small local restaurants) serving amazing Indonesian food – getHotel Near Airport
