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Pelabuhan Ratu
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Pelabuhan Ratu: beach walk (30 min), port view (15 min), and a quick meal; no overnight needed unless you want hotel beach view.
Pelabuhan Ratu is a small coastal town in Sukabumi Regency, known for its fishing port, surf‑friendly beaches and nearby Ciletuh‑Palabuhanratu Geo‑Park. With limited nightlife and few attractions, a single day suffices for most visitors.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- IDR
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Nov–Mar (rainy season)
- Airports
- CGK · BDO
- Nights
- 0–1 (overnight only if you want beach‑front hotel)
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- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Indonesia ↗Buy the visa on arrival or e-visa only on the official Immigration portal; lookalike sites charge extra.
- Indonesia ↗Complete the All Indonesia digital arrival and customs form before landing; it is free.
- Indonesia ↗Foreign visitors to Bali pay a one-off tourist levy; keep the payment proof on your phone.
- Indonesia ↗Riding a motorbike needs a valid licence that covers motorbikes (an international permit alongside your own) and a helmet; check your insurance covers it.
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
Emergency numbers for Pelabuhan Ratu110 ▾
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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 Pelabuhan Ratu, 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 for day visitors; watch traffic on winding roads, keep valuables hidden on beach, and negotiate transport fares before boarding.
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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 · 118/119 ambulance (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 (Jakarta) (Main international gateway, about 120 km (75 mi) north, 3–4 h by bus).CGK Soekarno‑Hatta International Airport (Jakarta) (Main international gateway, about 75 mi (120 km) north, 3–4 h by bus).
- Getting aroundNo taxis; hire ojek (Rp5,000–20,000) or rent motorbike/car.
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 (Jakarta) (Main international gateway, about 120 km (75 mi) north, 3–4 h by bus) · BDO Husein Sastranegara International Airport (Bandung) (Domestic hub, about 90 km (56 mi) north‑east, 2.5–3 h by bus)CGK Soekarno‑Hatta International Airport (Jakarta) (Main international gateway, about 75 mi (120 km) north, 3–4 h by bus) · BDO Husein Sastranegara International Airport (Bandung) (Domestic hub, about 56 mi (90 km) north‑east, 2.5–3 h by bus)
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
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Best
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
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C) low), wettest Jan (12 rain days), driest May (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Pelabuhan Ratu: 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)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
11 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
6 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
5 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
6 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
9 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
11 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 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
No taxis; hire ojek (Rp5,000–20,000) or rent motorbike/car. Angkot minivan costs Rp2,000–3,000 per short ride; charter Rp10,000–20,000 for longer trips.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Ciletuh‑Palabuhanratu Geo‑Park
goDoor to door: ≈45 min total
Hire motorbike or car from town centre, about 30 min drive
Waterfalls, cliffs and amphitheatre; entry free, bring water and shoes
Sukabumi city
goDoor to door: ≈2.5 h
Bus from Pelabuhan Ratu terminal to Sukabumi, about 2 h, Rp10,000–15,000
Visit market and colonial architecture; return same day
Bogor
cautionDoor to door: ≈5 h
Bus via Cibadak to Bogor, about 4 h, Rp25,000 (air‑cond)
Long travel; only if you have extra time
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.
Grand Inna Samudra Beach Hotel
Four‑star, pool, beach; double rooms from Rp1,000,000/night
Augusta Hotel
Beachfront, spa; double rooms from Rp195,000/night
Hotel Bayu Amrta
Pool, private beach; price check
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
Prices of common things
| Bus from Bogor (air‑conditioned)4 h trip | Rp25,000 |
| Bus from Sukabumi (economy)2 h trip | Rp10,000–15,000 |
| Ojek short ride | Rp5,000–10,000 |
| Angkot ride | Rp2,000–3,000 |
| Double room at Grand Inna Samudra | Rp1,000,000 per night |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus from Bogor can be delayed; allow extra travel time (4 h).
- Angkot seats are cramped; negotiate price before boarding.
- Surf boards on angkot incur extra fee.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- General
- 112
- Ambulance
- 118/119
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Emergency
- Police110
- General112
Embassy
US consulate in Jakarta; nearest Indonesian embassy in Jakarta.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bogor → Pelabuhan Ratu bus (air‑cond): Rp25,000, about 4 h (check)
- Ojek short trip: Rp5,000–10,000, 5 min
Say or show
- Maaf — Excuse me / Sorry (ma-fah)
- Berapa harganya? — How much is this? (berapa harganya)
- Di mana terminal bus? — Where is the bus terminal? (di mana terminal bus)
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 Pelabuhan Ratu. 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: Apr–Oct · avoid Nov–Mar (rainy season) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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