Srau
IntermediateSurf report
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.6 m | 1.4m 12s SSW | 7 km/h off | 0.5m |
| 9 AM | 1.6 m | 1.3m 10s SSW | 9 km/h cross | 0.2m |
| 12 PM | 1.6 m | 1.3m 11s SSW | 16 km/h on | 0.4m |
| 3 PM | 1.7 m | 1.4m 11s SSW | 16 km/h cross | 0.7m |
| 6 PM | 1.8 m | 1.6m 12s SSW | 14 km/h cross | 0.4m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.2 m | 2.2m 13s SSW | 9 km/h off | 0.7m |
| 9 AM | 2.3 m | 2.2m 13s SSW | 13 km/h cross | 0.1m |
| 12 PM | 2.3 m | 2.3m 13s SSW | 15 km/h on | 0.1m |
| 3 PM | 2.4 m | 2.3m 13s SSW | 14 km/h cross | 0.5m |
| 6 PM | 2.3 m | 2.3m 13s SSW | 12 km/h cross | 0.5m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.1 m | 2.1m 12s SSW | 5 km/h off | 1.0m |
| 9 AM | 2.0 m | 2.0m 12s SSW | 3 km/h cross | 0.2m |
| 12 PM | 1.9 m | 1.9m 12s SSW | 12 km/h on | -0.2m |
| 3 PM | 1.9 m | 1.9m 11s SSW | 10 km/h cross | 0.3m |
| 6 PM | 1.8 m | 1.8m 11s SSW | 4 km/h cross | 0.6m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.8 m | 1.6m 11s SSW | 5 km/h off | 1.2m |
| 9 AM | 1.8 m | 1.4m 10s SSW | 11 km/h on | 0.5m |
| 12 PM | 1.8 m | 1.3m 13s SSW | 19 km/h cross | -0.3m |
| 3 PM | 1.9 m | 1.5m 14s SSW | 14 km/h cross | -0.0m |
| 6 PM | 1.9 m | 1.6m 13s SSW | 16 km/h cross | 0.6m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 AM | 1.6m | 1.3m SSW | 10s | 9 ESE cross | 0.2m |
| 10 AM | 1.6m | 1.2m SSW | 10s | 10 SE cross | 0.2m |
| 11 AM | 1.6m | 1.3m SSW | 10s | 12 SE on | 0.3m |
| 12 PM | 1.6m | 1.3m SSW | 11s | 16 SE on | 0.4m |
| 1 PM | 1.6m | 1.4m SSW | 11s | 16 SE cross | 0.6m |
| 2 PM | 1.7m | 1.4m SSW | 11s | 15 ESE cross | 0.6m |
| 3 PM | 1.7m | 1.4m SSW | 11s | 16 ESE cross | 0.7m |
| 4 PM | 1.7m | 1.4m SSW | 11s | 18 SE cross | 0.6m |
| 5 PM | 1.8m | 1.5m SSW | 12s | 15 SE cross | 0.5m |
| 6 PM | 1.8m | 1.6m SSW | 12s | 14 SE cross | 0.4m |
| 7 PM | 1.8m | 1.7m SSW | 13s | 13 ESE cross | 0.2m |
| 8 PM | 1.9m | 1.7m SSW | 13s | 14 ESE cross | 0.1m |
| 9 PM | 1.9m | 1.8m SSW | 13s | 13 ESE cross | 0.1m |
| 10 PM | 1.9m | 1.8m SSW | 13s | 10 E cross | 0.1m |
| 11 PM | 2.0m | 1.9m SSW | 13s | 10 ENE off | 0.3m |
| 12 AM | 2.0m | 1.9m SSW | 13s | 9 ENE off | 0.5m |
| 1 AM | 2.0m | 2.0m SSW | 13s | 9 ENE off | 0.7m |
| 2 AM | 2.1m | 2.0m SSW | 13s | 9 ENE off | 0.8m |
| 3 AM | 2.1m | 2.0m SSW | 13s | 9 ENE off | 1.0m |
| 4 AM | 2.2m | 2.1m SSW | 13s | 10 ENE off | 1.0m |
| 5 AM | 2.2m | 2.1m SSW | 13s | 10 ENE off | 0.9m |
| 6 AM | 2.2m | 2.2m SSW | 13s | 9 ENE off | 0.7m |
| 7 AM | 2.3m | 2.2m SSW | 13s | 8 ENE off | 0.5m |
| 8 AM | 2.3m | 2.2m SSW | 13s | 9 ESE cross | 0.3m |
About Srau
Srau is a consistent reef break on Java's south coast that dishes out fun, workable waves for intermediate surfers. The spot offers both lefts and rights depending on swell direction, giving you options in a single session. It's a relatively relaxed lineup compared to heavier neighbours, making it a great place to build reef-break confidence. Bring reef booties and enjoy what can be a genuinely enjoyable day in the water.
Local knowledge
The reef is shallow and sharp, particularly at low tide — reef booties are strongly recommended and wipeouts can result in nasty coral cuts. Watch for sea urchins on the reef shelf during entry and exit. A persistent south-coast rip runs along the reef edge; if caught, paddle parallel to shore rather than fighting it directly back to the peak.
Srau is reached via a winding road south from Pacitan town — follow signs toward Pantai Srau, roughly 20 km from the town centre, and park near the small warung cluster above the beach. A short walk down a sandy path brings you to the beach; paddle out from the sandy channel on the right side of the bay to avoid the shallower reef sections and make for an easier entry and exit.
A versatile shortboard or a mid-length (7'0"–7'6") is the go-to here, giving you the float to catch the wave early and the rail to work the open face. On rare bigger south swells, step up to a 6'4"–6'6" step-up with extra volume; on smaller, mushier days a fish or funboard will help you make the most of the gentler sections.
mellow — relaxed vibe.
Where to go now
Srau vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Srau Best now this spot | 1.6m | 1.3m 10s | 9 cross | Good |
| 4 km away | 1.6m | 1.3m 10s | 0 off | Good |
| 4 km away | 1.6m | 1.3m 10s | 0 off | Good |
| 15 km away | 1.5m | 1.2m 10s | 0 off | Good |
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Surfing in Java
Full Java surf guide →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.