Tanjung Kucur
- Longboard, Bodyboard
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Tanjung Kucur is a remote, sheltered right-hand surf spot in East Java, best suited to surfers looking for long, smooth wall rides on reef/point conditions. The wave is described as a right-hand setup that runs along a rocky headland and bends into a sandy bay, and it can offer a manageable alternative shape compared with more exposed options across the bay. Sessions rely on the correct wrap and swell energy: sources agree the spot needs a significant south-to-southwest swell to work properly. Optimal conditions are also described as mid tide (with mid-to-high tide noted as helping shape while softening the reef). When it comes together, it’s characterized as peeling with moderate power and a tendency to keep shape better than more exposed coastal breaks when larger swell arrives. Wind is best during the dry season, with May through September highlighted and southwest winds noted as generally offshore to cross-offshore. One account also describes east to east-northeast winds as “cleaning it up,” fitting the broader idea that the spot’s sheltered geography and seasonal wind patterns strongly influence session quality and consistency. Safety and logistics are the biggest factors: the bottom is reef with rocks and sea urchins, and the area is remote with no lifeguards or nearby medical facilities. Visitors are advised to bring full essentials (including first aid and spare parts/fin key) and navigation support, since there are no signs and limited/no on-spot services.
- Sheltered right-hand reef/point break
- Needs a solid south-to-southwest swell to wrap and work properly
- Quiet, rural coastline with limited visitor infrastructure
- Sheltered right-hand reef/point setup that can produce long, smooth walls on the right south swell.
- Usually low crowds due to remoteness.
- Reef hazards including sharp rocks and sea urchins; remote self-sufficiency required.
- Only works when swell/wrap conditions are strong enough; described as only working once in a while.
- Limited facilities and very limited food options on-site.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- SW
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Trade-wind influenced conditions; sources also describe monsoon-driven trade winds in the region.
- Reliability
- medium
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Best Months
- May, June, July, August, September
- Shadow Zones
- Heavy shelter from surrounding headlands makes wind inconsistent for sailing sports.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Ocean
- Beach
- Rocks — Beach composition described as rocky/mixed; one source specifies rocks.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small — Some sources describe small; others describe medium depending on swell.
- Launch
- Medium — Rocky headland bending into sandy bay; paddle out from beach or walk out along rocks depending on swell/tide. Also described as beach and reef entry.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Moderate due to reef/rock entry and navigation.
Through the year
Always low crowds due to remote location and proximity to more famous left-hand breaks.
November to March
By sport
What to expect for each.
Right-hand setup on a reef that runs along a rocky headland and bends into a sandy bay; it is described as sheltered but only working when swell/wrap is sufficient. Requires a significant south swell to wrap in and work properly.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- S, SSW, SW
- Swell Height
- 1.5–2.4 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Both sources indicate mid tide as best; one notes mid-to-high tide improves shape and softens the reef.
- Shelter
- Sheltered
- Wind Effect
- E to east-northeast winds clean it up; southwest winds are offshore to cross-offshore here.
- Bigger Swell
- Maintains shape well when other exposed spots are closing out; described as clean, long walls on solid south-to-southwest swell.
- Wave Quality
- Described as good; another source describes average quality.
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Peeling
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Long, smooth walls when it turns on (sources also describe a decent/right-tide wall but sometimes softer than other nearby breaks).
- Ride Length Details
- Long, smooth walls; decent wall on the right combination of tide and swell; sometimes softer than other spots.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Tanjung Kucur in the full forecast view.
Tanjung Kucur wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–9 ktsGusts 19 kts
- Direction
- SE136°
- Strongest day
- Thu, Oct 299 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–0.3 m7s period
- Temperature
- 26–31 °C
Over the next 7 days, Tanjung Kucur is forecast for daytime winds of 3–9 kts, peaking around 9 kts on Thursday, October 29 with gusts to 19 kts. The prevailing direction is SE. Waves run 0.1–0.3 m with a period of about 7s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- rocks
- sharp reef
- sea urchins (urchins)
- submerged rocks
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No dedicated lifeguard/rescue services present at the spot; be self-sufficient.
- Emergency Info
- Rescue availability is no/don’t expect onsite rescue. Nearest hospitals are in Banyuwangi, several hours away by land and boat; national emergency number is 112.
Rules of the spot
Located within Alas Purwo National Park; national park entry fees and regulations apply. Restrictions include no motorized sports allowed within the immediate national park surf zones without permits.
- No motorized sports allowed within the immediate national park surf zones without permits.
- Bring everything: board, wax, water, snacks, first aid, backup fin key, and navigation tools (GPS and offline maps); local intel helps.
- Carry a basic first aid kit for reef cuts.
- The spot is rarely crowded; most visitors are self-reliant.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Banyuwangi
- Nearest Town
- Grajagan
- Parking
- Limited parking at national park gates or at the fishing village; dirt track access with no marked parking facilities noted.
- Access
- Access is via dirt track or long walking trail through bush depending on swell and tide; sources also describe boat access from Grajagan village or a long 4WD track through Alas Purwo National Park followed by a trek.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Indonesian
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Surf camps are available across the bay at Plengkung; minimal options at Tanjung Kucur itself.
- Food & Drink
- Very limited; visitors should bring their own supplies.
- Equipment Rental:
- No rental facilities at the spot.
- Gear Repair
- No repair services nearby.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
A vast reserve featuring ancient rainforests, savannas, and sacred sites.
Famous trek to see the 'blue fire' and the largest acidic crater lake in the world.
Local seafood stalls offering fresh catches in a traditional setting.
A grazing ground for wild banteng, deer, and peacocks, accessible for wildlife viewing.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Tanjung Kucur?
The best overall months at Tanjung Kucur are May, June, July, August, September.
Which wind directions work at Tanjung Kucur?
Tanjung Kucur works with SW winds.
What skill level is Tanjung Kucur suitable for?
Tanjung Kucur suits these riding levels: Surfing: Intermediate.