Ujung Bocur
Ujung Bocur (also known as Karang Nyimbor) is the best and most consistent wave in the Krui region of South Sumatra, offering rides of 200-400 meters along a reef and point break. The wave has hosted WSL events and delivers long walls with barrel sections that accommodate a range of skill levels. Located on the Tanjung Setia headland, it picks up SW swell consistently during the April-October season with SE trade winds blowing offshore.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (220°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 240°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.4m
- 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
7/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Drive from Bandar Lampung (~6hr)
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Ujung Bocur?
Ujung Bocur works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.5m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Ujung Bocur?
Offshore wind at Ujung Bocur blows from the ESE (112°). Anything in the 82° to 142° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Ujung Bocur?
Ujung Bocur wants SW swell (200° to 240°) between 0.9m and 3m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Ujung Bocur?
The main season at Ujung Bocur is Apr-Oct. A secondary window runs Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. Best Apr-Oct (dry season, SE trades offshore). Swells year-round but wet season brings onshore winds.
How do I get to Ujung Bocur?
Fly into TKG, then allow about 240 minutes by road. Drive from Bandar Lampung (~6hr)
What kind of wave is Ujung Bocur?
Ujung Bocur is a point break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
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.
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