G-Land
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| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.6 m | 2.5m 12s SSW | 0 km/h off | 1.2m |
| 9 AM | 2.5 m | 2.5m 12s SSW | 0 km/h off | 0.3m |
| 12 PM | 2.4 m | 2.4m 12s SSW | 0 km/h off | -0.3m |
| 3 PM | 2.3 m | 2.2m 12s SW | 0 km/h off | 0.1m |
| 6 PM | 2.2 m | 2.1m 12s SW | 0 km/h off | 0.7m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.0 m | 1.9m 12s SSW | 0 km/h off | 1.4m |
| 9 AM | 2.0 m | 1.8m 11s SSW | 0 km/h off | 0.7m |
| 12 PM | 2.0 m | 1.8m 12s SSW | 0 km/h off | -0.4m |
| 3 PM | 2.1 m | 1.8m 12s SSW | 0 km/h off | -0.2m |
| 6 PM | 2.1 m | 1.8m 12s SSW | 0 km/h off | 0.7m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 2.2 m | 1.8m 12s SSW | 0 km/h off | 1.4m |
| 9 AM | 2.2 m | 1.8m 12s SSW | 0 km/h off | 1.1m |
| 12 PM | 2.1 m | 1.8m 12s SSW | 0 km/h off | -0.3m |
| 3 PM | 2.1 m | 1.8m 12s SSW | 0 km/h off | -0.7m |
| 6 PM | 2.1 m | 1.7m 12s SSW | 0 km/h off | 0.4m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.9 m | 1.6m 11s SSW | 0 km/h off | 1.3m |
| 9 AM | 1.9 m | 1.6m 11s SSW | 0 km/h off | 1.5m |
| 12 PM | 1.8 m | 1.5m 11s SSW | 0 km/h off | -0.0m |
| 3 PM | 1.8 m | 1.5m 11s SSW | 0 km/h off | -0.9m |
| 6 PM | 1.8 m | 1.4m 11s SSW | 0 km/h off | 0.1m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 AM | 2.7m | 2.6m SSW | 13s | 0 N off | 0.1m |
| 1 AM | 2.7m | 2.6m SSW | 13s | 0 N off | 0.4m |
| 2 AM | 2.7m | 2.6m SSW | 13s | 0 N off | 0.6m |
| 3 AM | 2.7m | 2.6m SSW | 13s | 0 N off | 0.9m |
| 4 AM | 2.7m | 2.6m SSW | 13s | 0 N off | 1.1m |
| 5 AM | 2.6m | 2.6m SSW | 13s | 0 N off | 1.2m |
| 6 AM | 2.6m | 2.5m SSW | 12s | 0 N off | 1.2m |
| 7 AM | 2.6m | 2.5m SSW | 12s | 0 N off | 1.0m |
| 8 AM | 2.6m | 2.5m SSW | 12s | 0 N off | 0.7m |
| 9 AM | 2.5m | 2.5m SSW | 12s | 0 N off | 0.3m |
| 10 AM | 2.5m | 2.4m SSW | 12s | 0 N off | -0.0m |
| 11 AM | 2.5m | 2.4m SSW | 12s | 0 N off | -0.3m |
| 12 PM | 2.4m | 2.4m SSW | 12s | 0 N off | -0.3m |
| 1 PM | 2.4m | 2.3m SSW | 12s | 0 N off | -0.3m |
| 2 PM | 2.3m | 2.2m SW | 12s | 0 N off | -0.1m |
| 3 PM | 2.3m | 2.2m SW | 12s | 0 N off | 0.1m |
| 4 PM | 2.3m | 2.1m SW | 12s | 0 N off | 0.4m |
| 5 PM | 2.2m | 2.1m SW | 12s | 0 N off | 0.6m |
| 6 PM | 2.2m | 2.1m SW | 12s | 0 N off | 0.7m |
| 7 PM | 2.2m | 2.1m SSW | 12s | 0 N off | 0.7m |
| 8 PM | 2.2m | 2.1m SSW | 12s | 0 N off | 0.5m |
| 9 PM | 2.1m | 2.0m SSW | 12s | 0 N off | 0.3m |
| 10 PM | 2.1m | 2.0m SSW | 12s | 0 N off | 0.1m |
| 11 PM | 2.1m | 2.0m SSW | 12s | 0 N off | 0.0m |
About G-Land
G-Land, también conocida como Grajagan, es considerada por muchos como la mejor ola izquierda del mundo. Ubicada dentro del Parque Nacional Alas Purwo, en el extremo oriental de Java, G-Land es una ola legendaria por su longitud, potencia y perfección tubular. Fue uno de los primeros spots de surf en Indonesia en alcanzar fama internacional, desde que fue descubierta por surfistas australianos en la década de 1970. La ola rompe sobre un arrecife volcánico con secciones largas, rápidas y tubulares que exigen técnica, experiencia y mucha confianza. Es un lugar remoto y aislado, 100% dedicado al surf, accesible únicamente en lancha rápida desde Bali o tras un viaje en 4x4 a través de la jungla. Es ideal para surfistas avanzados que buscan una experiencia cruda y épica.
Local knowledge
Arrecife volcánico poco profundo y afilado que se vuelve peligrosamente rasante en el interior, especialmente en las secciones Speed Reef y Launching Pads — una caída en un día de olas grandes puede dejarte sobre roca seca. Las fuertes corrientes te arrastran a lo largo del arrecife y hacia el canal, la zona de takeoff se desplaza rápidamente con los swells más grandes, y el telón de fondo de la jungla implica un aislamiento real: la ayuda médica está a horas de distancia, por lo que los cortes e infecciones del arrecife son una preocupación constante. Serpientes, monos y algún que otro avistamiento de cocodrilos en las desembocaduras de los ríos refuerzan la sensación de entorno salvaje y remoto; tómate cualquier herida muy en serio aquí.
No hay acceso por carretera para los surfistas — se llega en lancha rápida desde Bali (Grajagan o Benoa) o mediante una larga travesía en 4x4 por el Parque Nacional Alas Purwo, casi siempre como parte de un paquete de surf camp. Los camps se sitúan justo detrás de los árboles en Kongs y Money Trees; se paddlea desde la playa frente al camp, eligiendo el momento de entrada desde la arena y usando el canal para salir al lineup. Presta atención a las mareas y a la exposición del arrecife al salir — elige un canal más profundo en lugar de cruzar a pie el arrecife interior con la marea baja.
Trae un quiver completo: una shortboard de alto rendimiento o una step-up para los días tranquilos de 3-5 pies en Kongs, y una semi-gun sólida de 6'6"–7'2" o una gun en toda regla para el Speed Reef y Launching Pads serios con swells overhead o más. Las tablas sufren mucho con el arrecife aquí, así que trae repuestos, leashes de sobra y un kit de reparación de golpes.
mellow — relaxed vibe.
Where to go now
G-Land vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G-Land Best now this spot | 2.7m | 2.6m 13s | 0 off | Epic |
| 1 km away | 2.7m | 2.6m 13s | 6 cross | Epic |
| 1 km away | 2.7m | 2.6m 13s | 6 cross | Epic |
| 1 km away | 2.7m | 2.6m 13s | 6 cross | Epic |
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Elsewhere Surf Camp Bali Canggu
★ 5.0Jalan di tempat lain No.9, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
A well-loved surf camp operation that organizes trips and coaching toward the legendary lefts of G-Land, Java. Suited to committed surfers chasing world-class waves, with guiding to match intermediate and advanced ambitions.
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Bali Da Waves Surf school
★ 5.0Jl. Double Six, Seminyak, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Set within reach of the legendary G-Land lineups on Java, Bali Da Waves pairs friendly coaching with one of Indonesia's most storied stretches of coast. A solid pick whether you're catching your first whitewater or sharpening your wave reading on bigger days.
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Froggy Surf School Bali
★ 5.0Jl. Pantai Bingin, Pecatu, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80364, Indonesia
Froggy Surf School brings an easygoing, encouraging vibe to the Java coast near G-Land, making the leap from sand to surf feel natural. Great for newcomers and progressing surfers who want patient guidance in beautiful surroundings.
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Dawn Patrol Bali Surf School
★ 5.0Jl. Pantai Balangan, Jimbaran, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
True to its name, Dawn Patrol is for surfers who love chasing those glassy early sessions near G-Land, Java. Expect a stoke-driven crew that suits eager beginners through to intermediates ready to log more waves.
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Moana Surf School
★ 5.0Kec, Jl. Labuansait No.10b, Pecatu, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Moana Surf School offers a warm, ocean-loving introduction to the waves along Java's coast near G-Land. A welcoming choice for first-timers and improvers wanting to build confidence at their own pace.
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Bali Boarders Surf school & coach Medewi
★ 5.0Jl. Pantai Medewi, Medewi, Kec. Pekutatan, Kabupaten Jembrana, Bali, Indonesia
Based around the long, mellow left at Medewi on Java's coast, Bali Boarders mixes lessons with dedicated coaching for surfers keen to level up. Suits everyone from nervous beginners to intermediates working on their first proper point-break rides.
197 Google reviews
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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.