Pandan Beach (Kampung Bajo)

Pandan Beach (Kampung Bajo) is a sandy beach-break surf spot in Sarawak with waves that break as both rights and lefts. It’s described as having ordinary-to-moderate power and good wave quality, with the beach-bottom staying consistent for most sessions. The spot is generally easiest to access by car from Kuching, followed by a short walk to the shoreline. Swell typically starts working around 1.0–1.5 meters and can hold up to about 2.5 meters or more during the best conditions. Sessions are best around mid tide (with rising and falling tides also usable), and rides are commonly reported in the ~50 to 150 meter range on good days. Wave shape is often mixed/peeling, and the spot tends to keep offering workable waves even as swell builds until it closes out. Wind aligns with the North/Northeast during the monsoon season, supporting the surf when swell is also in season. Winds are typically strongest from November through March, with the wave season strongly associated with these months. During that same period, conditions may also bring heavier monsoon conditions—so it’s important to treat the water as potentially more hazardous. Crowds are typically very low: weekdays are usually empty and weekends are described as quiet with only a few surfers. For safety, plan to be self-sufficient and watch for rip currents—reported as a key hazard—particularly during larger or rougher monsoon swells.