Ombak Tujuh
Ombak Tujuh, meaning 'Seven Waves,' is a quality left reef break in the remote Ujung Kulon area of West Java. The wave breaks in a pristine setting near one of Indonesia's most important national parks, home to the critically endangered Javan rhinoceros. Access requires significant travel from Jakarta but rewards with uncrowded lineups and quality waves in an untouched tropical environment.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (220°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 240°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (112°)
- Offshore range
- 82° - 142°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
2/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Ombak Tujuh?
Ombak Tujuh is a reef break in West Java, Indonesia, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at Ombak Tujuh?
Ombak Tujuh picks up swell from the SSW round to the WSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SW. That's a tight window, so it needs the swell direction to line up. It starts working at around 1.2m and handles up to about 2.4m, with the sweet spot around 1.7 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Ombak Tujuh?
An ESE wind is dead offshore at Ombak Tujuh, and anything from the E round to the SE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to midday. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Ombak Tujuh?
Ombak Tujuh is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.5m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Ombak Tujuh?
The most reliable run of swell at Ombak Tujuh comes Apr to Oct. There's a second window in Nov to Mar too. Best Apr-Oct (dry season, SE trades offshore). Swells year-round but wet season brings onshore winds.
How cold is the water at Ombak Tujuh?
The water at Ombak Tujuh averages around 28°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Ombak Tujuh good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Things to watch for: sharp, shallow reef (booties help) and being a long way from help.
How do I get to Ombak Tujuh?
The nearest airport on our list is CGK, then it's roughly a 2.5-hour drive.
What other surf spots are near Ombak Tujuh?
The closest breaks we track are Panaitan (Apocalypse) (35 km) and One Palm Point (42 km), handy when Ombak Tujuh isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Best Apr-Oct (dry season, SE trades offshore). Swells year-round but wet season brings onshore winds.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Panaitan (Apocalypse)
🌊 Remote Panaitan barrel • Boat access only • Pristine jungle setting
One Palm Point
🌴 Long perfect barrels • Panaitan Island • Java's hidden gem
Cimaja
🏄 West Java point • Jakarta's closest quality wave • Welcoming community