The
Mentawai Islands of Indonesia are considered to be one of
Surfing's ultimate travel destinations. The islands enormous
exposure towards the southern Indian Ocean provides these
paradise islands with awesome consistent quality waves and
conditions. There are great waves in this area all year
round. The most ideal time for surfing is from late March
to early November, when the Indian Ocean is an ultra-active,
groundswell-producing machine. During the entire year Extreme
Sports Cafe offers any surfer (intermediate or advanced)
the opportunity to Surf the best waves of their lives...
Extreme
Sports Café can now offer Surfing Boat Trips through
the Indonesian Islands. When all the conditions come together,
perfect location, perfect swell, perfect tide, perfect crew
then you've found what every surfer waits for their whole
life... in the Mentawai Islands it can happen almost anywhere
and at anytime...You will score the best waves of your life,
with awesome surf all year round suitable for any surfer
(intermediate/advance). Life aboard Extreme Sports Café’s
boat is comfortable and fun... On top of all the surfing
you can also engage in several other activities.
Our
boat team in Mentawai consists of 3 Canarian veteran surfers,
one of them a professional photographer. The boat Capitan
is Indonesian with a vast knowledge of the local seas and
waves, helped by 2 seamen, a mechanic and our chef.
The trip takes place with a minimum of 6 persons and maximum
of 10 persons. Through out the trip you can surf whichever
waves you wish to. We will always adapt to our clients level
of surf experience so you can organize a trip for a group
of friends even if their surf level is intermediate...
When
you land at Padang International Airport in Padang Sumatra
you'll be picked up and transferred to a hotel in order
to have some rest if you whish or you can explore the City
of Padang, until the boat departs later on that evening.
You have to arrive the day that the boat leaves and before
5 o’clock in the afternoon.
Padang
is a city located in front of The Mentawai islands and is
acknowledged as one of the most attractive towns in Sumatra
and has some lovely old Minangkabau architecture and culture.
Compared to other Indonesian cities of that size, Padang
(pop about 800,000) is very clean and has wide tree lined
streets, very leafy indeed. It is also generally known as
an educational centre with large numbers of university students
living in the city and its ethnically diverse population
is known to be very friendly and tolerant.
The
trip departs from Padang in Sumatra. The estimated travel
time from Padang to The Mentawai Islands is roughly 8 to
10 hours. We depart in the evening so that we can arrive
at The Mentawai Islands the next morning ready to start
Surfing and relaxing.
We
choose our surfing destinations depending upon the winds,
swells and surfing skills of the customers. We navigate
at night to our destinations so that you can surf all day
long.
The
Boat Surfing Trip to the Mentawai Islands includes:
•
Airport pick up.
• 3 meals at day plus snacks.
• Drinks.
• Snorkelling equipment.
• Fishing equipment.
• DVD with surround sound.
• Expeditions to the islands.
• Air Conditioning.
• Hotel if we need to use it. |
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10
Days/11 nights package - €1,250 12 Days/13 nights package
- €1,400
The
Surfing Indonesia Boat Trip
VISA
fees
If you've already entered Indonesia through Jakarta you
will not need to pay the $25US VISA tax that they collect
for your maximum 30-day stay.
If this is a direct flight from Singapore the first thing
you'll have to do is pay the $25US fee at a special booth
set up inside the customs area. Once you've paid they give
you a special form that you must keep until your departure,
we suggest leaving it inside your passport for safekeeping.
Customs
The fastest and easiest way to make it out of the customs
area without having them go through your bags is to get
a porter to handle your baggage. All you have to do is have
3 or 4 dollars ready to tip them. Pay careful attention
to the porter that carries your bags, the general rule is
to not give them the tip until your boards/luggage are loaded
on the truck and stored away safely where they belong.
Meet
and Greet
Once you've made it outside the customs area you will be
met by a representative from Extreme Sports Café’s
Indonesian Surfing School. They will then direct you to
our transfer vehicles.
The
Transfer
Once outside you experience all the hustle and bustle of
Padang International Airport. Before you leave the airport
parking lot do a quick spot check of your belongings to
make sure all of your luggage has made it on to the designated
vehicle.
If you are tired after your flight we provide an afternoon
stay at Bumiminang Hotel, we will have made a reservation
for you or you can go and explore the City of Padang. The
boat leaves later that night.
The
Hotel
The Bumiminang Hotel is the nicest hotel in Padang. Once
you arrive you'll be check in and can grab some dinner from
the restaurant inside the hotel. By this time you should
have already met up with your captain or handler and will
know exactly when they will be back to pick you and take
you to the harbour.
The
Harbour
You will be picked up later that day and will be transferred
from the hotel to the harbour and you will finally get the
chance to see the majestic Indian Ocean and our magnificent
boat. You've waited long enough! Our typical trip will set
off in the evening. As you settle into our boat you can
watch a movie, read a book, play some PS2 or just relax.
Our
Boat
For taking customers to the waves, Extreme Sports Café
boat has a speedboat with a Suzuki 15 horsepower engine.
The boat has air conditioners in all the rooms, living room,
2 Wc, PlayStation 2, TV, DVD, fishing equip, snorkeling,
books, movies, etc... Our boat is designed so you can have
a great time even if you are not out on rthe waves surfing.
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Technical
specs
• Length - 22 meters
• Width - 5 meters
• Speed - 10/12 knots
• Engine - Nissan Turbo Diesel 360 HP
• Generators - 2 Mitsubishi 20 KW, Yanmar 5
KW
• Outside Engine - Suzuki 15 HP
• Speed Boat - Zodiak
• Radio UHF - Garmin
• GPS - Garmin
• Depth Sounder - Raytheon
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What
to Pack
The best advice when packing for a surf trip is to pack
as light as possible. This fundamental rule of travel is
especially true on Extreme Sports Café’s Boat
Surfing Trip through the Mentawai Islands- when most of
your time is actually spent in the water.
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Big wave leash. (2)
• Board-shorts. (2)
• Fin keys. (3)
• Fin sets.
• Leashes. (4)
• Leash tethers.
• Sun block. (Lots of it)
• Tropical surf wax.
• Wax comb.
• Surfboard. (s)
• Helmet. (Optional)
• Long sleeve rash guard. (Optional)
• Reef booties. (Optional)
• Short sleeve rash guard. (Optional)
• Snorkelling gear. (Optional)
• Surf hat. (Optional) |
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The surf is mainly hollow, heavy and fast. You won’t
need a fish, so leave it home.
Most people bring 2-4 boards. Mid length boards generally
get used and only occasionally do the short boards and guns
get pulled out. Generally bring 4 surfboards - 2 shortboards
(6'2"), one mid sized board for when it gets a little
bigger (6'5"), and one gun for the biggest days (6'10").
If you are going to bring an extra board we would suggest
a replacement for the board you will use the most as it
is not uncommon to break boards.
Pack whatever you feel most comfortable surfing on. Be prepared
to ding up your boards and possibly break a few of them
on your trip. A good ding repair kit is crucial! The boat
should have them but still ... bring your own just in case
and some sort of sun cure resin for quick fixes (e.g. SOLARIS)
Photograph
Options
•
If you book the photographer before the trip: He will shoot
two photography sessions a day. (Depending on weather conditions,
which can hinder his work)
• If you don't book the photographer before the trip:
He will sell pictures on the trip, each one 80.000 Rp ($8,
€7) or €150 for a CD.
Photography equipment: Nikon D70 and Olympus D for aquatic
photos.
Other
Activities
Fishing:
Fishing and trolling is included in the price. If you wish
you can also bring your own fishing gear.
Snorkelling:
You can snorkel through out your boat trip. There are a
variety of great snorkelling areas around the islands. Gear
is provided.
DVD
movies: We have a decent collection of movies to
watch through out your trip. Please feel free to bring your
own DVD’s or VCD’s to watch.
SONY
Playstation with several games. You can bring your
own games as well if you wish.
Visit
a Local Village: The opportunity to visit the local
villages is a particular privilege for our guests and the
village trips have become a highlight of the Mentawai experience.
The Mentawai people are some of the friendliest on Earth
– you’ll see for yourself.
Yoga:
Bring your yoga mat, find a secluded area on one of the
islands or on the beach and do what you do best.
Board/Card
Games: Backgammon/Chess/Board Games/Cards and even
Satellite TV.
Your time on the boat is your own, whether you're surfing,
snorkelling, fishing, lounging or visiting some local villages
there is something for everyone...
Important
Notes:
• The most important thing to remember is to make
sure that you have an updated passport and a valid VISA.
Some countries are not permitted to enter Indonesia if the
passport expiry date is within six months of your departure
or if you are from a country that requires a special VISA
to enter. Most people can get their VISA upon entering Indonesia
including citizens of the United States and Australia but
before you purchase your airline tickets please do check.
• New Indonesian Visa System
- From 01-08-05 the visa system changed, so now you can
get your tourist visa for 30 days when you arrive in the
country.
• You have to arrive the day that the boat leaves
and before 5 o’clock in the afternoon.
• The trip takes place with a minimum of 6 persons
and maximum of 10 persons. Please enquiry with your dates
and we can help put you into groups to make up the numbers.
• Not included in your package: Any related airports
or flights problems.
• Overstay in Padang. Surfboard or other materials.
For
departure dates please check out our online
store and extreme sports booking solution.
