PLENGKUNG BAY (G-Land)

Perfect Wave for Surfing in he World
Plengkung bay or G-Land (Grajagan) is considered one of the greatest surfing breaks in the world and one of destination of the surfing world. Exotic surf travel almost never has the kind of grace and logic that it does in magazines and movies. Beautiful, uncharted waves are out there, but its a long, tedious, sometimes dangerous job finding them. Only a few surfers ever sail out into the great unknown. This is why many people today think of Grajagan (G-Land), in southeast Java, not just as a perfect wave, but as a perfect adventure.
More than a name or a place, G-land is a haven. So close but yet so far from Bali, G-land is a magnet for swell and is definitely not overrated. The set up in G-land is simple, the relaxed atmosphere and pumping waves make for an experience like no other surf trip. Starting with the fact that its located at
the edge of a jungle filled with birds, reptiles, insects and other creatures not found on the beaches of Sydney or Los Angeles.
G-Land is a long fast wave typical of most Indonesian waves, suggested surf board length at 68 " 72 Gun " unless you surf like a top 44 contender, so bring a couple of Guns and your hot-dogger for the small days or down at 20/20s. You should bring at least 2 boards, Indonesian waves are powerful and its possible to break boards, so be prepared and bring at least two boards.


Spot information for surfing at G-land
Type of break : reef break
Type of wave : fast wave
Direction : left hand
Bottom : coral
Average lenght of ride : long
Suitable for : expert level

Detailed information
Crowd level : a normal crowd
Best tide : mid
Ideal board size : 6'8-7'4 Mini gun
Ideal wind direction : north,west,south,east

Wavesize & wetsuit
Spring Summer Autumn Winter
10' - 15' 6' - 10' 6' - 10' 10' - 15'
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How to Getting There
From your local domestic airport, you can fly to Bali. Arrive in Bali use a travel to go to G-Land, but its recommended to use surf guide to go to G-Land because it will more easier and safe.

Where to Stay
On G- Land there are several beach front losmen, front beach room and bungalow.
Example of accommodation in G-Land: "G-Land Jungle Surf Camp" With a bungalow style accommodation which is strongly constructed to facilitate the unique lifestyle of most adventurers who love being in the jungle and nature and to provide as much natural element as possible inside the room. Accommodation is in free standing thatched bungalows sleeping for 2 adults and equipped with double or 2 single beds with mosquito nets, bed side light, small table inside the room, cool fan, private balcony, comfortable terrace seat, table, water dispenser and board racks.

Moving Around
There is National Park called "Alas Purwo" and is open March to November and located just off the beach line.

Dining Guide
There are several traditional restaurants and cafs who serve western and Indonesian dishes.

Souvenir Tips
Sea-related products, and wooden carving

Other Things to See or Do
· Visit the Alas Purwo National Park
· Marvel at the diversity of the plants and animals (birds, reptiles, insects and mammalians)
· Swim on the pristine beaches.
· Snorkel to glimpse the diversity of the marine life.
· Visit a traditional village in order to observe their way of life.
· Photography

Sources : G-Land Jungle Surf Camp, Surfing Indonesia, Surf History, Global Surfer