West Java · Indonesia
Surfing Cimaja
A point break in West Java, Indonesia, for intermediate and advanced surfers.
- TypePoint Break
- LevelIntermediate / Advanced
- Size3-8 ft
- Best monthsApr-Oct
- Crowd3/5
The wave
Cimaja is a right point over round boulders near Pelabuhan Ratu, and the main surf town in West Java. It's walling, sometimes hollow and very consistent: if there's swell in the Indian Ocean, it's usually breaking.
You take off by the boulders, ride a long wall and finish on a faster inside section when the tide drops. It's usually 3-6ft with morning offshores, and bigger swells bring more power and a current you have to paddle against. Mid tide is easiest on fins and feet.
Losmen are cheap and the local crew has surfed here for generations. Jakarta is 4-5 hours away, so weekends get busy. Everyday shortboard. It's also a good base for trips to Ombak Tujuh or Panaitan, which can be arranged locally.
-6.967, 106.527 · SW swell, E-SE wind · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Cimaja
Cimaja is at its best from April to October. Conditions it likes: SW swell, E-SE wind. 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 Cimaja
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loji | West Java | Beach Break | Intermediate | 6 km |
| Sawarna (Ciantir) | West Java | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 25 km |
| Turtles | West Java | Reef Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 46 km |
| Ombak Tujuh | West Java | Reef Break | Advanced / Pro | 51 km |
| Apocalypses | West Java | Reef Break | Pro | 147 km |
| One Palm Point | West Java | Reef Break | Pro | 148 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around West Java
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the West Java 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 →
Cimaja: common questions
When is the best time to surf Cimaja?
Cimaja works best from April to October. Ideal conditions: SW swell, E-SE wind.
Is Cimaja good for beginners?
No. Cimaja is a wave for intermediate and advanced surfers.
How crowded is Cimaja?
Cimaja is usually moderate: 3 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Cimaja?
Cimaja is in West Java, in the Java region of Indonesia (-6.967, 106.527). The nearest wave we cover is Loji, about 6 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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