Teleng Ria
BeginnerSurf report
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.5 m | 1.3m 12s SSW | 6 km/h off | 0.5m |
| 9 AM | 1.5 m | 1.2m 10s SSW | 7 km/h cross | 0.2m |
| 12 PM | 1.5 m | 1.2m 10s SSW | 15 km/h on | 0.4m |
| 3 PM | 1.6 m | 1.4m 12s SSW | 11 km/h cross | 0.7m |
| 6 PM | 1.7 m | 1.5m 13s SSW | 9 km/h cross | 0.4m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.1 m | 2.0m 13s SSW | 7 km/h off | 0.7m |
| 9 AM | 2.2 m | 2.1m 13s SSW | 9 km/h cross | 0.1m |
| 12 PM | 2.2 m | 2.2m 13s SSW | 11 km/h on | 0.1m |
| 3 PM | 2.2 m | 2.2m 13s SSW | 12 km/h cross | 0.5m |
| 6 PM | 2.2 m | 2.2m 13s SSW | 8 km/h off | 0.5m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.0 m | 2.0m 12s SSW | 5 km/h off | 1.0m |
| 9 AM | 1.9 m | 1.9m 12s SSW | 4 km/h on | 0.2m |
| 12 PM | 1.8 m | 1.8m 12s SSW | 10 km/h on | -0.2m |
| 3 PM | 1.8 m | 1.8m 11s SSW | 6 km/h on | 0.3m |
| 6 PM | 1.7 m | 1.7m 11s SSW | 2 km/h cross | 0.6m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.7 m | 1.5m 11s SSW | 6 km/h off | 1.2m |
| 9 AM | 1.7 m | 1.3m 10s SSW | 7 km/h on | 0.5m |
| 12 PM | 1.7 m | 1.2m 13s SSW | 12 km/h cross | -0.3m |
| 3 PM | 1.8 m | 1.5m 13s SSW | 10 km/h cross | -0.1m |
| 6 PM | 1.8 m | 1.7m 13s SSW | 10 km/h cross | 0.6m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 AM | 1.5m | 1.2m SSW | 10s | 12 SSE on | 0.3m |
| 12 PM | 1.5m | 1.2m SSW | 10s | 15 SSE on | 0.4m |
| 1 PM | 1.5m | 1.3m SSW | 11s | 15 SE on | 0.6m |
| 2 PM | 1.6m | 1.3m SSW | 11s | 12 SE cross | 0.6m |
| 3 PM | 1.6m | 1.4m SSW | 12s | 11 ESE cross | 0.7m |
| 4 PM | 1.6m | 1.5m SSW | 12s | 11 ESE cross | 0.6m |
| 5 PM | 1.6m | 1.5m SSW | 13s | 10 ESE cross | 0.5m |
| 6 PM | 1.7m | 1.5m SSW | 13s | 9 E cross | 0.4m |
| 7 PM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 13s | 8 E cross | 0.2m |
| 8 PM | 1.7m | 1.6m SSW | 13s | 9 E cross | 0.1m |
| 9 PM | 1.8m | 1.7m SSW | 13s | 9 ENE off | 0.1m |
| 10 PM | 1.8m | 1.7m SSW | 13s | 10 NE off | 0.1m |
| 11 PM | 1.9m | 1.7m SSW | 13s | 9 NE off | 0.3m |
| 12 AM | 1.9m | 1.8m SSW | 13s | 8 NE off | 0.5m |
| 1 AM | 1.9m | 1.8m SSW | 13s | 8 NE off | 0.7m |
| 2 AM | 2.0m | 1.9m SSW | 13s | 8 NE off | 0.8m |
| 3 AM | 2.0m | 1.9m SSW | 13s | 8 NE off | 1.0m |
| 4 AM | 2.0m | 2.0m SSW | 13s | 8 NE off | 1.0m |
| 5 AM | 2.1m | 2.0m SSW | 13s | 8 NE off | 0.9m |
| 6 AM | 2.1m | 2.0m SSW | 13s | 7 NE off | 0.7m |
| 7 AM | 2.1m | 2.1m SSW | 13s | 8 NE off | 0.5m |
| 8 AM | 2.2m | 2.1m SSW | 13s | 7 E cross | 0.3m |
| 9 AM | 2.2m | 2.1m SSW | 13s | 9 ESE cross | 0.1m |
| 10 AM | 2.2m | 2.1m SSW | 13s | 11 SE cross | 0.0m |
About Teleng Ria
Teleng Ria is a gentle beach break tucked inside a bay near Pacitan, making it one of Java's most accessible spots for beginners. The sandy bottom and typically mellow surf create safe, confidence-building conditions for those just starting out. Lessons and board hire are often available in the area, adding to its appeal as a learn-to-surf destination. It's calm, uncrowded and a pleasant place to spend your first hours on a board.
Local knowledge
The shore break can close out and dump harder than it looks when south swells pulse through the bay, so beginners should stay aware of set waves. A mild rip can form along the western edge of the bay — if you feel yourself drifting, paddle at an angle toward the beach rather than straight in. Jellyfish are occasionally present, especially in the rainy season.
Teleng Ria Beach is well signposted from central Pacitan town, roughly 3 km to the southwest — follow Jl. Teleng Ria directly to the beachfront parking area. Entry is a straightforward sandy wade; no paddle-out required in normal conditions. A handful of warungs and small surf rental outfits line the beach road, making it easy to hire a board and find food without leaving the immediate area.
A longboard or a wide, thick foam/soft-top in the 8–9 ft range is ideal here — exactly the kind of gear available from local hire shops. On the rare days when a stronger south swell fills in, a mid-length funboard will still suit most skill levels; avoid bringing a shortboard unless you're already comfortable on one.
mellow — relaxed vibe.
Where to go now
Teleng Ria vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teleng Ria this spot | 1.5m | 1.2m 10s | 12 on | Fair |
| 0 km away | 1.5m | 1.1m 10s | 8 on | Good |
| Watukarung Kasap Best now 10 km away | 1.6m | 1.2m 10s | 10 cross | Good |
| 11 km away | 1.6m | 1.2m 10s | 10 cross | 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.