G-Land / Grajagan
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| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.7 m | 1.6m 11s SSW | 6 km/h off | 0.6m |
| 9 AM | 1.7 m | 1.6m 11s SSW | 12 km/h cross | 0.1m |
| 12 PM | 1.7 m | 1.6m 12s SSW | 10 km/h cross | 0.3m |
| 3 PM | 1.7 m | 1.6m 12s SSW | 12 km/h on | 0.7m |
| 6 PM | 1.8 m | 1.7m 12s SSW | 8 km/h cross | 0.5m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.3 m | 2.2m 13s SSW | 2 km/h cross | 0.9m |
| 9 AM | 2.4 m | 2.4m 13s SSW | 12 km/h cross | 0.1m |
| 12 PM | 2.5 m | 2.5m 13s SSW | 13 km/h cross | -0.0m |
| 3 PM | 2.6 m | 2.5m 13s SSW | 13 km/h cross | 0.5m |
| 6 PM | 2.6 m | 2.5m 13s SSW | 6 km/h cross | 0.6m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.4 m | 2.4m 12s SSW | 5 km/h off | 1.2m |
| 9 AM | 2.3 m | 2.3m 12s SSW | 8 km/h off | 0.3m |
| 12 PM | 2.3 m | 2.2m 12s SSW | 6 km/h on | -0.3m |
| 3 PM | 2.2 m | 2.1m 12s SSW | 2 km/h cross | 0.1m |
| 6 PM | 2.1 m | 2.0m 11s SSW | 8 km/h cross | 0.7m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.9 m | 1.6m 12s SW | 5 km/h off | 1.4m |
| 9 AM | 2.0 m | 1.6m 11s SW | 11 km/h off | 0.7m |
| 12 PM | 2.1 m | 1.7m 12s SSW | 18 km/h cross | -0.5m |
| 3 PM | 2.1 m | 1.8m 12s SSW | 17 km/h cross | -0.3m |
| 6 PM | 2.2 m | 1.8m 12s SSW | 11 km/h cross | 0.7m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 AM | 1.8m | 1.6m SSW | 11s | 8 ESE cross | 0.8m |
| 6 AM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 11s | 6 E off | 0.6m |
| 7 AM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 11s | 5 ENE off | 0.4m |
| 8 AM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 11s | 9 E cross | 0.2m |
| 9 AM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 11s | 12 E cross | 0.1m |
| 10 AM | 1.7m | 1.5m SSW | 11s | 11 E cross | 0.1m |
| 11 AM | 1.7m | 1.5m SSW | 12s | 10 ESE cross | 0.2m |
| 12 PM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 12s | 10 ESE cross | 0.3m |
| 1 PM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 12s | 10 SE cross | 0.5m |
| 2 PM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 12s | 12 SSE on | 0.7m |
| 3 PM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 12s | 12 SSE on | 0.7m |
| 4 PM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 12s | 13 SE cross | 0.7m |
| 5 PM | 1.8m | 1.6m SSW | 12s | 11 SE cross | 0.6m |
| 6 PM | 1.8m | 1.7m SSW | 12s | 8 ESE cross | 0.5m |
| 7 PM | 1.8m | 1.7m SSW | 13s | 8 ESE cross | 0.3m |
| 8 PM | 1.9m | 1.7m SSW | 13s | 10 ESE cross | 0.1m |
| 9 PM | 1.9m | 1.8m SSW | 13s | 11 ESE cross | 0.0m |
| 10 PM | 2.0m | 1.8m SSW | 13s | 10 ESE cross | 0.0m |
| 11 PM | 2.0m | 1.9m SSW | 13s | 9 ESE cross | 0.1m |
| 12 AM | 2.1m | 1.9m SSW | 13s | 9 ESE cross | 0.3m |
| 1 AM | 2.1m | 2.0m SSW | 13s | 9 E cross | 0.6m |
| 2 AM | 2.1m | 2.0m SSW | 13s | 8 E off | 0.8m |
| 3 AM | 2.2m | 2.1m SSW | 13s | 5 E off | 1.0m |
| 4 AM | 2.2m | 2.1m SSW | 13s | 3 E off | 1.1m |
About G-Land / Grajagan
G-Land is one of the most legendary waves in Indonesia — a long, fast left-hander that unloads across a shallow reef deep in the Grajagan jungle of East Java. It produces multiple defined sections, from the bowling Kongs section down to the screaming barrels of Speedies, delivering rides that can last well over a minute on a good swell. This is advanced-level surfing at its most serious: the reef is brutal, the current is strong, and the remoteness adds another layer of commitment. For experienced surfers, it remains a bucket-list destination that lives up to every ounce of its reputation.
Local knowledge
The reef at G-Land is shallow, razor-sharp, and utterly unforgiving — wipeouts at Speedies or Kongs can mean serious lacerations and reef rash over large areas of skin, and booties are strongly advised. A powerful, persistent southward rip runs along the reef, and getting caught inside during a set can push you dangerously far down the line toward the exposed sections; knowing when and where to paddle out is critical. The remoteness of the jungle location means medical help is slow — the surf camps have basic first-aid but a bad injury requires a long boat ride or helicopter evacuation, so don't surf beyond your limits here.
G-Land is accessible by boat only — the standard approach is a 1.5–2 hour speedboat transfer from Grajagan or a longer crossing from Bali's Benoa Harbour. Almost all surfers stay at one of the three jungle camps (Bobby's, Joyo's, or G-Land Surf Camp) built right behind the break, which handle boat logistics, meals and accommodation as part of a package. Entry and exit is directly off the camp jetties; the lineup is a short paddle from shore, but always enter and exit via the channel — never attempt to walk across the reef.
Bring at least two boards: a performance shortboard or step-up in the 6'2"–6'8" range handles the everyday 4–8 ft Speedies perfection, while a gun in the 7'0"–7'6" range is essential if a solid swell pushes Kongs and Launching Pads into double-overhead-plus territory. Leave the fish or funboard at home — this wave demands drive, hold and precise rail-to-rail response at speed.
moderate — be polite, wait your turn.
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G-Land / Grajagan vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G-Land / Grajagan Best now this spot | 1.8m | 1.6m 11s | 8 cross | Epic |
| 1 km away | 1.8m | 1.6m 11s | 8 cross | Epic |
| 1 km away | 1.8m | 1.6m 11s | 8 cross | Epic |
| 1 km away | 1.8m | 1.6m 11s | 8 cross | Epic |
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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.