Cisolok surf

Cisolok

Intermediate
Point break · Moderate · Best: May–October · All tides
Working best in Java now G-Land Epic · 1.7m @ 11s View →
Conditions right now
Epic
Wave
1.2m
Swell
1.1m
11s · SSW
Period
11s
Wind
7 km/h
E · gust 21
Cross-shore
Water
29°C
Air
28°C

Surf report

Tide rising · High 2:00 PM 0.6m
Time Surf Swell Wind Tide
6 AM 1.1 m
1.1m 11s SSW
8 km/h off
0.4m
9 AM 1.2 m
1.1m 11s SSW
7 km/h cross
0.3m
12 PM 1.2 m
1.2m 12s SSW
7 km/h on
0.5m
3 PM 1.3 m
1.3m 12s SSW
9 km/h on
0.6m
6 PM 1.4 m
1.3m 13s SSW
4 km/h cross
0.3m
Best session today
6 AM–8 AM
Offshore 1.8m swell @ 13s

Next 24 hours

Wave Swell
0.0 1.3 2.5 9 AM12 PM3 PM6 PM9 PM12 AM3 AM6 AM

Wind

Speed Gusts (km/h)
0 15 30 9 AM12 PM3 PM6 PM9 PM12 AM3 AM6 AM

Tide

High 2:00 PM · 0.6m Low 8:00 PM · 0.2m High 3:00 AM · 0.9m Low 9:00 AM · 0.2m
H 2 PM L 8 PM H 3 AM L 9 AM H 3 PM L 9 PM H 4 AM 9 AM3 PM9 PM3 AM9 AM3 PM9 PM3 AM

7-day outlook

Best days
Wed, Jun 10
1.1–1.5m
Thu, Jun 11 Best
1.5–1.8m
Fri, Jun 12 Best
1.5–1.8m
Sat, Jun 13 Best
1.3–1.4m
Sun, Jun 14
1.4–1.4m
Mon, Jun 15
1.1–1.3m
Tue, Jun 16
0.9–1.1m

Hourly detail

Show next 24h
Time Wave Swell Period Wind Tide
9 AM 1.2m 1.1m SSW 11s 7 E cross 0.3m
10 AM 1.2m 1.2m SSW 12s 6 ESE cross 0.4m
11 AM 1.2m 1.2m SSW 12s 6 SSE on 0.5m
12 PM 1.2m 1.2m SSW 12s 7 S on 0.5m
1 PM 1.2m 1.2m SSW 12s 7 SW on 0.6m
2 PM 1.3m 1.2m SSW 12s 9 SW on 0.6m
3 PM 1.3m 1.3m SSW 12s 9 WSW on 0.6m
4 PM 1.3m 1.3m SSW 12s 7 W on 0.5m
5 PM 1.3m 1.3m SSW 12s 6 W cross 0.4m
6 PM 1.4m 1.3m SSW 13s 4 WNW cross 0.3m
7 PM 1.4m 1.4m SSW 13s 2 NNW off 0.2m
8 PM 1.4m 1.4m SSW 13s 6 NNE off 0.2m
9 PM 1.5m 1.4m SSW 13s 11 NE off 0.2m
10 PM 1.5m 1.5m SSW 13s 11 NE off 0.3m
11 PM 1.5m 1.5m SSW 13s 9 NE off 0.5m
12 AM 1.5m 1.5m SSW 13s 9 NE off 0.6m
1 AM 1.6m 1.6m SSW 13s 9 NE off 0.8m
2 AM 1.6m 1.6m SSW 13s 8 NE off 0.9m
3 AM 1.7m 1.6m SSW 13s 8 NE off 0.9m
4 AM 1.7m 1.7m SSW 13s 8 NE off 0.8m
5 AM 1.7m 1.7m SSW 13s 8 NE off 0.7m
6 AM 1.8m 1.7m SSW 13s 8 ENE off 0.5m
7 AM 1.8m 1.8m SSW 13s 9 ENE off 0.4m
8 AM 1.8m 1.8m SSW 13s 7 ENE off 0.3m

About Cisolok

Cisolok is a fun point break near the western tip of Java, producing peeling, workable waves that are well suited to intermediate surfers. The wave wraps around the point to create a consistent, lined-up face with room to link turns across a reasonable distance. It's not the most powerful wave on the island, but its predictability and shape make it a satisfying session spot. The surrounding area is lush and relatively quiet, adding to its laid-back appeal.

Local knowledge

Hazards

The inside section is shallow at low tide, with submerged rocks and scattered live coral near the point that can cause nasty cuts on a wipeout — reef booties are worth packing. A moderate rip runs along the point and can pull you wide of the entry zone, so monitor your position regularly. Sea urchins lurk in the shallower rock pools around the entry; shuffle your feet and watch where you stand.

Getting there

Cisolok is reached via the coastal road west of Pelabuhan Ratu — follow signs toward Cisolok village and look for the track down to the point, where you can park near the warung at the headland. Entry is off the rocks at the tip of the point; time it with the sets, step in during a lull and paddle straight out past the impact zone. Exit the same way or ride a wave into the sandy inside section when the tide allows.

Board

A mid-length or a versatile shortboard around 6'4"–6'8" is the sweet spot here — long enough to catch the wave early on the point, but with enough rocker to drive through the punchier inside sections. On smaller, mushier days a fish or hybrid will help generate speed and keep the session fun.

Localism

mellow — relaxed vibe.

Where to go now

Cisolok vs. nearby, live
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1.1m 11s
0 off
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Java is Indonesia's most populous and culturally dense island, yet for surfers it remains one of the archipelago's great escapes. Overshadowed by Bali to the east and the Mentawai boats to the west, Java's long, exposed south coast quietly serves up world-class waves with a fraction of the crowds.

✈️Getting there

Most international surfers fly into Bali (Denpasar/DPS) or Jakarta (CGK). For G-Land, the classic route is from Bali: drive west to Gilimanuk, take the short ferry across to Ketapang/Banyuwangi in East Java, then continue overland and by boat into Alas Purwo National Park. Many surfers simply book a transfer or surf-camp package from Bali, which can run as a long road-and-ferry day or a faster speedboat charter across the strait.

🛵Getting around

Java is huge and its south-coast surf zones are spread far apart, so there's no single hub. Scooters are cheap and easy to rent in beach towns like Batu Karas and Pangandaran and are perfect for short hops to local breaks — but Javanese traffic and long-haul roads can be intense for the inexperienced.

🌤️Climate & season

Java has a tropical climate with two clear seasons. The dry season runs roughly May to September and is prime surf time — consistent Indian Ocean groundswell, lighter and more favourable winds, and the cleaner conditions that make G-Land fire. This is when the south coast is at its best.