Surfing Cimaja: The Complete Guide

Cimaja is a point break located in West Java, Indonesia, offering a left-hander along Southeast Asia's tropical lineups. Cimaja is a reliable left point break on the south coast of West Java, offering consistent waves and a welcoming local surf community. Rated as advanced difficulty with lightly crowded conditions, this point break is a worthy destination for surfers looking beyond the usual suspects.

Best Conditions

Swell Direction: The ideal swell direction is SW (215°), with workable conditions from SSW to SW (200°–230°). Swells outside this window will either miss the break or produce disorganized waves.

Swell Size: Cimaja needs a minimum of 0.9m / 3ft to start working and handles swells up to 2.4m / 8ft before conditions deteriorate.

Swell Period: Look for a swell period of at least 10 seconds, with 14 seconds being the sweet spot. Longer periods deliver more organized, powerful waves with better shape.

Wind: True offshore here blows from the SE (135°). The full offshore range spans ESE to SSE (105°–165°). Glassy conditions under 4km/h from any direction also produce excellent surf. Plan for early morning dawn patrol sessions.

Tide: This spot works best at all tides.

When to Go

Primary Season: The prime window at Cimaja runs April, May, June, July, August, September, October (Apr–Oct). This is when swell consistency and direction align most reliably with the break.

Secondary Season: A secondary window opens November, December, January, February, March (Nov–Mar). While not as consistent, patient surfers can still score quality sessions during this period.

Season Notes: Best Apr-Oct (dry season, SE trades offshore). Swells year-round but wet season brings onshore winds.

Water Temperature: Expect water temperatures around 28°C / 82°F. Boardshorts or a thin rashguard are all you need.

Getting There

The nearest airport is CGK, approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes by road.

Hazards & Tips

Known Hazards:

🚶 Difficult access — Long paddle or walk

Safety Tips:

Allow extra time for the approach and factor in energy for the paddle/walk

Skill Level: This spot is rated advanced (6/10). Crowd Level: Typically lightly crowded (4/10).

Check the Live Forecast

Planning a session at Cimaja? Check the live forecast on Strike Mission to see today's conditions and the 10-day outlook. Our Strike Score algorithm rates this spot from 0 to 100 every day, factoring in swell direction, size, period, wind, and tide — so you know exactly when to paddle out.

Don't leave your next surf trip to chance. Let the data tell you when Cimaja is firing.

*Conditions data sourced from Strike Mission's verified spot database.*