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Surf spot guide · Sumbawa, Indonesia
Little Bingin is a playful A-frame reef break with both left and right waves, featuring mellower conditions than nearby Scar Reef and crystal-clear water.
Little Bingin is an A-frame reef break located on the west coast of Sumbawa, Indonesia, opposite Scar Reef in West Sumbawa. It offers both left and right waves over reef, making it a versatile alternative when Scar Reef is too heavy. The wave is known for its playful walls and occasional short tubes, providing opportunities for technical maneuvers as well as relaxed rides, ideal for intermediate and experienced surfers. It works best with south to southwest swells and light east to southeast winds, delivering consistent waves during the dry season from April to October. The reef is generally deep enough at higher tides but can be shallow and sharp in places, so caution is advised. Access is via a paddle across the channel or a short boat ride from the nearby village, which maintains a friendly local vibe. The area is relatively remote, so surfers should come well prepared. While less crowded than other Sumbawa spots, it can attract traveling surfers during peak months.
A-frame reef opposite Scar, playful walls when the heavy breaks rest.
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+9 MORE →Usually low crowds, especially compared to nearby Scar Reef.
Relaxed and uncrowded
Locals also call it Baby Scar.
The usual way in is about a six hundred metre paddle across the channel from Scar Reef.
Mid to high tide is the window, because the reef gets shallow and sharp as the water drains.
It is the mellower option when Scar Reef is too heavy, and the A-frame gives both a left and a right.
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Usually low crowds, especially compared to nearby Scar Reef.
Relaxed and uncrowded
Access via paddle from Scar Reef or by boat from the beach; remote area with no quick repairs available.
Open in MapsThis spot typically requires a boat.