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Cimaja
Surf at Cimaja for a day or stay a night if you want surf lessons; budget 1–2 days, arrive via Pelabuhan Ratu and rent a bike.
Cimaja is a small surf village in West Java, reachable by bus to Pelabuhan Ratu then an angkot. The main draw is surfing; accommodation and food are basic, so 1‑2 days suffice.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- IDR
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug
- Airport
- CGK
- Nights
- 1–2
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- 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.
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- 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 Cimaja110 ▾
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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 Cimaja, 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
- SafetyLow crime; main risks are traffic on motorbikes and occasional beach litter.
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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 · 113 fire · 118 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.
- Getting aroundTake an angkot from Pelabuhan Ratu to Cimaja (≈30 min).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedBungalow (Cimaja Square), a night, per roomRp200,000
- Mid-range bedBudget room (BW Beach Cafe and Villas), a night, per roomRp350,000
- High-end bedBudget room (BW Beach Cafe and Villas), a night, per roomRp450,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget Rp250,000 · Mid Rp400,000 · High Rp650,000
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
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°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
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Mixed: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Mar (12 rain days), driest Jul (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Cimaja: 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)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
10 rd
Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11 rd
Mar
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
8 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
4 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
4 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°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
Take an angkot from Pelabuhan Ratu to Cimaja (≈30 min). Within town use ojek or rent a motorbike for Rp40,000‑70,000 per day (license required).
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Pelabuhan Ratu
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Bus to Pelabuhan Ratu, then angkot to Cimaja (≈30 min total)
Main hub for buses and shops.
Cipanas hot spring
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Motorbike or taxi, 15 min east of Cimaja
Warm soak after surf.
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.
BW Beach Cafe and Villas
Budget rooms US$15‑25, beachfront, free Wi‑Fi
SeaVibes
Double rooms from Rp500,000, surf‑beach location
Cimaja Square
Bungalows from Rp200,000, rice‑field view
Ocean Queen Resort
Double rooms from Rp440,000, near beach
Nurda's Cimaja Point guest house
Basic guest house, no listed price
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
- Rp250,000–400,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- Rp400,000–650,000 excl. bed
- High
- Rp650,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Bungalow (Cimaja Square)1 × 1 night × Rp300,000 | Rp300,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × Rp400,000 | Rp800,000 |
| Motorbike rental (per day)2 × Rp55,000 | Rp110,000 |
| Angkot ride to/from Pelabuhan Ratu2 × Rp18,000 | Rp35,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | Rp125,000 |
| Trip total≈ Rp685,000 per person per day, bed included | Rp1,370,000≈ US$85 |
From Rp200,000 per night
2026 estimate in rupiah; flights excluded.
Prices of common things
| Warung meal (Nasi Goreng, Mie Goreng) | Rp5,000–30,000 |
| Motorbike rental per day | Rp40,000–70,000 |
| Bottled water (500 ml) | Rp2,000–4,000 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited public transport; plan bus/angkot times.
- Beach often littered; bring a bag.
- Motorbike rental needs a valid licence and insurance.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire
- 113
- Ambulance
- 118
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire113
- Ambulance118
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Pelabuhan Ratu → Cimaja (angkot): ≈ Rp15,000–20,000, 30 min
- Motorbike rental per day: Rp40,000–70,000
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 Cimaja. 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 Jul–Aug · month by month →
- 1 airport and 5 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a surf‑lesson package at Sunset Beach Surf School (price check).
- Combine with a visit to Sawarna (40 km west) for a day‑trip.
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