G-Land (Grajagan) · Indonesia
Surfing Tiger Tracks
A reef break in G-Land (Grajagan), Indonesia, for intermediate and advanced surfers.
- TypeReef Break
- LevelIntermediate / Advanced
- Size3-6 ft
- Best monthsApr-Oct
- Crowd2/5
The wave
Tiger Tracks, also called Kongs, is up where the G-Land reef bends into the bay. The lefts here are shorter and softer over deeper coral, and it's where most people get their first waves in camp.
It's still a reef wave in a national park two hours by boat from help, but the waves roll rather than throw, and intermediates with solid basics can enjoy it. On small swells it's often the only section working, and on big days it's the sensible choice.
The name comes from the tiger tracks people used to find around camp. There are still deer and peacocks in the Alas Purwo forest.
-8.738, 114.364 · SW swell, SE trades · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Tiger Tracks
Tiger Tracks is at its best from April to October. Conditions it likes: SW swell, SE trades. This is how the year looks across Java:
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| April to May | Good | Early season glass, camps opening and few people |
| June to August | Prime | G-Land at full power with all-day offshores |
| September to October | Good | Still world-class; camps wind down and deals appear |
| November to March | Avoid | Wet season: G-Land camps closed, west coast blown and brown |
Waves near Tiger Tracks
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launching Pads | G-Land (Grajagan) | Reef Break | Advanced / Pro | under 1 km |
| Money Trees | G-Land (Grajagan) | Reef Break | Advanced / Pro | 1 km |
| Speedies | G-Land (Grajagan) | Reef Break | Pro | 2 km |
| Medewi | West Bali | Point Break | Beginner / Intermediate | 60 km |
| Balian | West Bali | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 71 km |
| Uluwatu | Uluwatu | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced / Pro | 80 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around G-Land (Grajagan)
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the G-Land (Grajagan) surf guide →
A week here costs from about $683 with flights from Europe, or around $1,212 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $1,000 →
Tiger Tracks: common questions
When is the best time to surf Tiger Tracks?
Tiger Tracks works best from April to October. Ideal conditions: SW swell, SE trades.
Is Tiger Tracks good for beginners?
No. Tiger Tracks is a wave for intermediate and advanced surfers. The closest beginner-friendly spot we cover is Medewi in West Bali, about 60 km away.
How crowded is Tiger Tracks?
Tiger Tracks is usually quiet: 2 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Tiger Tracks?
Tiger Tracks is in G-Land (Grajagan), in the Java region of Indonesia (-8.738, 114.364). The nearest wave we cover is Launching Pads, under 1 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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