Reef (galets) · Java · Ouest (Pelabuhan Ratu) · Intermediate → Charger
Forecast for Tuesday 1 September
Intermediate : Too big for your level. Don't mess with that.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
Pelabuhan Ratu's cobblestone spot, the closest to Jakarta: a consistent right over stones — West Java's surf HQ.
Surfable all year. Autumn (Sep-Nov) is the best season: powerful swells, water still mild, less crowd.
Good level required. You can stand, paddle and read a peak. When it fires, better know what you're doing.
Direct access from the beach, but mind the rocky bottom. Wetsuit + booties recommended, do not surf at low tide.
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Cimaja usually works best around mid-tide. The tide shapes the sandbanks and the depth over the reef, so check the day's tide times before your session.
Cimaja is rather recommended for intermediate surfers. If you're a beginner, prefer a surf school, a small swell and a suitable tide, or look for a more sheltered nearby spot.
The ideal wind at Cimaja comes broadly from North-East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Cimaja, you can also check conditions at Batu Karas, Way Jambu, Ujung Bocur. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.