Thursday, February 17, 2005

Surfing in G-Land, East Java, Indonesia

G-Land is a magical place and one of the surfing world's most incredible surfing destinations. For many surfers, it's been a very special surfing site of primitive beauty and perfect waves. Secluded situated at Plengkung on the southern tip most peninsula of Java is the legendary Grajagan. This remote little camp on the edge of Plengkung Jungle conveniently situated in Banyuwangi, Eastern Java province has earned a big reputation among nomadic surfers all over the world. Like the primitive magical sound of its name, the mentions of Grajagan is an Indonesia incantation that causes surfers everywhere gaze longingly at the horizon.

G-Land as is otherwise known was discovered in the 70's by a couple of intrepid surfers on a flight between Jakarta and Bali. More in www.g-land.com

Travelling to G-Land is easy, our minibus will pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in Bali in late evening. From there, it’s an over-night drive via Gilimanuk and ferry to Java, arriving at dawn at Grajagan Village. Next is a 20 minutes speed-boat ride reaching at Joyo’s Camp in early morning for breakfast, and heading out for the first surf in G-Land..


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