Pronounced Mer-Day-wee, but some surfers mispronounce it as “Ma-Dow-ee”.

A long left pointbreak, rolling gently over round river stones, a bit like a reversed Malibu. Perfect for longboards and intermediates. Can be a bit fat and slow, but still lots of fun.

Best at mid to high tide, from 4 to 8 foot. Trade winds blow on-shore, so arrive at sunrise, or stay at the beachside cottages. About 3 hours north of Kuta. Swell here is usually larger than Kuta, smaller than Balian. There’s also a fun right around the southern point too, so go for a stroll.