Sukabumi, West Java, Indonesia
South Java's main surf/kite destination 3h from Jakarta; S-facing open bay; SE trade wind 15–25 kn May–Sep side-onshore; mix of flat sandy sections and Indian Ocean swell; strong rip currents — advanced; most surf camps run kite sessions May–Sep. [35knots-id, kitesurfinghome-id]
Palabuhanratu or Pelabuhan Ratu is an administrative district (kecamatan) and a fishing town which serves as the regency seat of Sukabumi Regency. The town is at the southwest coast of Palabuhanratu Bay, West Java facing the Indian Ocean. It is a four-hour drive from Bandung and up to a 12-hour drive from Indonesia's capital Jakarta due to traffic jams in Ciawi, Cicurug, Cibadak and Pelabuhan Ratu gate, whose residents love to visit the bay 'Teluk Palabuhanratu', once named 'Wijnkoopersbaai'
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Not globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
Pelabuhan Ratu Bay · Java, Sukabumi, West Java, Indonesia, Indonesia
Lat: -7.011, Lon: 106.53
Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Pelabuhan Ratu Bay · Java — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
Suitability depends heavily on the day's conditions. Breeza reads your level alongside the forecast and gives you an honest verdict — including when it's a no.
South Java's main surf/kite destination 3h from Jakarta; S-facing open bay; S... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
Pelabuhan Ratu Bay · Java delivers consistent wind, so most riders use a 9–12m kite under typical conditions. Exact size depends on your weight and the day's strength. Breeza calculates the right kite for your specific setup and gives you a rideability verdict before you head out.
Safety at Pelabuhan Ratu Bay · Java depends on conditions and your experience. Check for offshore-wind days, local hazards and emergency contacts before you launch. Breeza gives a rideability verdict that includes a safety flag when conditions are borderline for your level.
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