Sukabumi
Jawa, Indonesia
Why visit Sukabumi?
Sukabumi is a highland city in West Java, about 120 km south of Jakarta. Known for its cool climate, tea plantations, and as the gateway to the Pelabuhan Ratu surfing beach and the Geopark Ciletuh — a UNESCO Global Geopark with dramatic cliffs and waterfalls.
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Buses from Jakarta (Kampung Rambutan) and Bogor go to Sukabumi. The Sukabumi-Bogor road is scenic. The train from Bogor to Sukabumi is a beautiful mountain railway journey.
What are the things to do?
The Gunung Gede Pangrango National Park southern access. The Ciletuh Geopark with its amphitheater-shaped valley and waterfalls. The Pelabuhan Ratu beach (1 hour south) — a popular surfing destination with the legendary myth of Nyi Roro Kidul.
Surf at Pelabuhan Ratu. Hike the Ciletuh Geopark. Visit the tea plantations. Explore the hot springs.
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Sundanese cuisine: nasi timbel, sayur asem, ikan bakar, lalapan. Mochi Sukabumi is a famous dessert.
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Pelabuhan Ratu has beach resorts and hotels. Sukabumi city has budget to mid-range hotels.
What should you buy?
Sukabumi is famous for its mochi (Japanese-style rice cake) and other traditional snacks.
Where to go next?
Pelabuhan Ratu beach (1 hour). Bogor (2 hours). Bandung (3 hours). The Ciletuh Geopark (2 hours south).
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Guide content as of July 2026. Portions adapted from Wikivoyage, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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