Major city · Indonesia
Ujung Genteng
Spend 2 days: day 1 for turtle sanctuary and beach, day 2 for surf or fishing; longer stays rarely needed.
Ujung Genteng is a remote fishing village on Java's southwest coast, known for the Pangumbahan turtle sanctuary and quiet beaches. Access is via a single road from Pelabuhan Ratu, taking about 7 h by car from Jakarta. With limited services, a short stay of 1–2 nights covers the main attractions.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- IDR
- Best months
- Jun–Aug (turtle nesting peak)
- avoid Dec–Feb (wet season, road may be harder)
- Airport
- CGK
- Nights
- 1–2
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Ujung Genteng110 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ujung Genteng, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Rupiah (Rp) in small notes for warungs, parking, offerings and drivers; large cards are common in tourist restaurants but not everywhere.Indonesia-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckTelkomsel, XL and Indosat sell tourist SIMs at airports; foreign phones must be IMEI-registered if staying over 90 days — check.Indonesia-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations common in Bali.Indonesia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Often 10% service + tax on the bill; nothing more needed.Indonesia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Indonesia-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; main risks are road conditions and illegal beachfront development.
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- RestroomsWestern in hotels and cafés; squat toilets with a water scoop elsewhere; paper in the bin.Indonesia-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 112 General (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysBali shuts completely for Nyepi; government offices close Friday midday for prayer; Lebaran slows the country for two weeks.Indonesia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportCGK Soekarno‑Hatta International Airport.
- Getting aroundRent a motorbike or hire an ojek; public transport does not reach attractions.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedBudget losmen bed, a night, per personRp250,000
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per roomRp750,000
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per roomRp900,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget Rp200,000 · Mid Rp350,000 · High Rp600,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CGK Soekarno‑Hatta International Airport
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Jun–Aug. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest May (8). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ujung Genteng: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
9 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
8 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
11 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Rent a motorbike or hire an ojek; public transport does not reach attractions. Roads are narrow; allow extra travel time.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Pangumbahan Turtle Sanctuary
goDoor to door: 15 min total
Motorbike or ojek from village, 5–10 min
Peak nesting June–August; watch at night, hatchlings released daily at 17:30.Peak nesting June–August; watch at night, hatchlings released daily at 5:30 PM.
Pelabuhan Ratu
cautionDoor to door: 1.5–2 h
Car via main road, about 60 km (37 mi) northCar via main road, about 37 mi (60 km) north
Larger town with more services; consider if extending stay.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Turtle Beach Hotel
Double rooms from Rp625,000 per night; beachfront but check legality.
Batu Besar Losmen
Budget rooms from Rp250,000; air‑conditioned from Rp320,000.
Pa Ujang Villa
Private villa, price not listed.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- Rp150,000–250,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- Rp300,000–500,000 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel double1 × 2 nights × Rp750,000 | Rp1,500,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × Rp350,000 | Rp1,400,000 |
| Car hire from Bogor (round trip)2 × Rp1,200,000 · check | Rp2,400,000 |
| Motorbike rental (per day)2 × Rp80,000 · check | Rp160,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | Rp546,000 |
| Trip total≈ Rp1,502,000 per person per day, bed included | Rp6,006,000≈ US$400 |
2026 estimate in rupiah; flights and long‑distance transfers excluded.
Prices of common things
| Local seafood meal | Rp30,000–70,000 |
| Bottled water (500 ml) | Rp5,000–8,000 |
| Motorbike fuel (per litre) | Rp10,000–12,000 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Illegal hotels on Pangumbahan beach threaten turtle habitat; avoid staying there.
- Road access can be slow in rainy season; check conditions before travel.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- General
- 112
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Emergency
- Police110
- General112
Embassy
US consulate in Jakarta; other embassies in Jakarta.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bogor → Ujung Genteng (car, 7 h): about Rp1,200,000–1,500,000 depending on traffic (check)
- Motorbike rental per day: ≈ Rp80,000
Say or show
- Berapa harganya? — How much does it cost? (berapa harganya)
- Di mana taman penyu? — Where is the turtle sanctuary? (di mana taman penyu)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ujung Genteng. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Aug (turtle nesting peak) · avoid Dec–Feb (wet season, road may be harder) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Arrange private transfer from Bogor or Jakarta to avoid traffic delays.
- Book motorbike rental in advance during peak season.
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