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SORRY UNDER RECONSTRUCTION MENTAWAI ADVENTURE | 10-day Surf Trip Mentawai Adventure is among the very first companies based in the Mentawai Archipelago, operating a land based Surf Resort. Do we really need to tell you that the Mentawai Islands are one of the world’s most consistent surf destinations? If you surf, you already know that! The Mentawai are directly exposed to the Indian Ocean "roaring forties" swell. From April to October, the dry season, surfers, from intermediate to advanced, will find in the Mentawai the best surf experience of their lives. Moreover, the potential for fishing, snorkelling and eco-tourism is quite remarkable. Mentawai Adventure organizes also a wide range of easy treks and activities in these off-the-beaten-track islands, allowing you some extras or your friend to enjoy a trek while you surf. Organized in close cooperation with certain Mentawai tribes, Mentawai Adventure offers you the opportunity to live on Siloinak, a quiet deserted island situated right in one of the best surf spots in the world. Mentawai Adventure offers a surf experience that you will never forget, thanks to the quality of our surf guides. All born in the area, they learned to surf with the first pioneers who dared venture there, 15 years ago. They know all the best spots, according to swell, tide and winds. With them, you will surf far from the crowds (and ‘crowds’ is anyway something of an overstatement…) in a radius of 15 miles from our resort; an area that includes 21 of the most consistent waves in the world, plus the "secret" ones never visited by charter boats... Our packages include all services, starting every Monday from Padang airport or hotel, ending every Wednesday at the same place. Packages include mainland and island transfers, surfing speedboat service, accommodation, food during your stay in our resort...and of course some of the best guides available to this day! The waves Some of the better known waves near the resort are: E- bay, Pitstop, Burgerworld, Beng-Beng, Bankvaults, Nipussi, Hideways, Nokandui, 4-bobs, A Frames, Kandui,. You will surf far from the crowds (and ‘crowds’ is anyway something of an overstatement…) in a radius of 15 miles from our resort; an area that includes 21 of the most consistent waves in the world, plus the "secret" ones seldom visited by charter boats... The resort Our traditional bungalow resort is built on Siloinak, a small, palm-covered island situated 3 kilometers south of Siberut. Siloinak is the exclusive property of Mentawai Adventure. There are twelve bungalows, each sleeping two guests, and a restaurant. Everything combines to make your stay a heavenly experience: comfort, good food, coconut palm-fringed beaches, a shaded lagoon of emerald water, magnificent aquatic wildlife and SURF, SURF! |
The uma A large uma, the traditional Mentawai long house, offers a spacious living area for eating and partying. Its 80 m2 dining room and lounge offers splendid views over the lagoon, and the ultimate luxury: beauty, space -lots of space- and comfort. The bungalows The bungalows are spaced out in a large flower garden, so as to preserve guests’ privacy, and look out to the sea, 50 feet away. They accommodate 2 guests each. Single occupancy is possible, at an extra cost. Pillows, sheets and mosquito nets are of course provided, along with bathroom towels. The architecture of the facilities is in keeping with the same aesthetic spirit that prevails on the entire island. Food Mentawai Adventure takes great care in the quality of food served, and pays special attention to aesthetics, from details like the dishes and cutlery to the harmony of the settings in the dining room. We share the soul of the Mentawai people; we too honour beauty and harmony with nature. A professional cook prepares the meals, based on fresh fruit, vegetables and meat shipped weekly from the mainland. Rice, together with good Italian pasta "al dente" are the main staple, with fresh fish direct from the sea, daily delivered and fried, baked, curried or barbequed on the beach. Three hot meals a day, with breakfasts consisting of omelettes, pancakes, French Toast, cereals, fruits, cheese, butter and jam. Lunch is very often taken onboard our speedboats or on a remote beach: classic sandwiches and salads, fruits and desserts, along with tea and coffee, and surf snacks.. Dinner is quite a serious affair with an "entrée", main course, salads, cheese and dessert. Cold beer is available. Safety Due to its geographical situation Siloinak Island is totally protected from any possible tsunami coming from the Indian Ocean. The waves would break on the islands of Nyang-Nyang and Siberut and would not reach Siloinak, which is known as the safest harbour in the area. Fishermen’s boats shelter there during storms. There are no objective dangers on Siloinak. No snakes and no mosquitoes or flies. In case a medical emergency should occur, our speedboats could reach Padang hospital in 6 hours, weather permitting. Program Day 1 - Arrival in Padang A Mentawai Adventure staff member will welcome you at the airport. Your bags will be loaded into vans and you will be escorted in Padang town until the transfer to the harbour at around 7 pm. The ferry to the Mentawai Islands leaves between 8 and 11 pm for a full night’s crossing. Meanwhile, we will visit Padang’s market. If you arrive several days before the surf group’s departure, (every Monday), we will also assist you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel, booked at your own cost. Day 2 - Arrival on Siloinak Island The ferry offers basic cabins of four to six bunks. This is, however, the most comfortable way to travel the 130 km (about 10 hours) to the Mentawai Archipelago. The ferry reaches Siberut Island on the morning of the second day of our journey. |
From the Muara Siberut harbour, our speedboats take you to Siloinak However, the departure timetable of the ferry is subject to changes due to pending major cargo, motor maintenance or weather conditions. In the event the ferry is grounded, we will use our speedboats to make the crossover to Siloinak Island. The trip should take from 5 to 6 hours. The speedboat’s departure time will vary according to the weather and sea conditions. We may leave Day 1 at around 11 am and reach Siloinak at about 4 pm. We may also leave Day 2 at 5 am. You will then spend the first night at the hotel, at Bungus Beach (a 45 minute drive). In this case, the cost of accommodation is included in our price. Day 3 to Day 8 - Surf at Siloinak Island (7 days) Wake up, a good breakfast and your speedboat leaves around 8 a.m for a full day of surf. Your guide will choose the best spots according to the prevailing conditions.You will reach them after a 10 to 30 minute-sail. Our speedboats, equipped with powerful outboard engines, offer an incredible flexibility in the choice of waves. Day 9 - Back to Padang Afterbreakfast, transfer to Muara Siberut. The ferry leaves between 8 and 10 pm. In case there is no ferry, departure by speedboat at 5 am, to make sure you arrive in Padang in time. In this case, the night’s accommodation in Padang or Bungus is included in the price. Day 10 - End of Program Breakfast in Padang and transfer to the airport for travelers departing the same day. End of our services at 2 pm. | Departure Dates 2007 We offer 10-day surf trips with guaranteed departures, leaving from Padang every Monday, ending in Padang every Wednesday, from April to October. For other dates and durations, please, contact us. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 April 7, 14, 21, 28 May 4, 11, 18, 25 June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July 6, 13, 20, 27 August 3, 10, 17, 24 September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 October |
Tour Operators Prices 2007 ( Net to us) Our prices include : Transfers from airport to hotel and harbor and back. A welcoming drink. Full board after leaving Padang harbor till the return to Padang harbor. The hotel nights at Padang, if the ferry is not leaving on time. All surfing and trekking activities. Our prices do not include : Any food or drinks in Sumatra, any taxes or entrance fees in Sumatra and the Mentawai Islands. Rental of trekking equipment. Supplement for Summer months (July, August, September ) : During summer, sea conditions frequently isturb the ferry timetable. In order to ensure our guests will always be on time to catch their plane back home, we have a specially chartered boat permanently on duty for the transfer from Padang to Siloinak and back. Because of the cost we must charge our guests a supplement for this service. We want none of our guests’ precious holydays to be spoilt while waiting for a standard passenger boat. | 10-day Surf (ferry transfer included) Supplement Single 1 day Surf (ferry transfer not included) Supplement Single Summer Supplement for departures in July, August and September |
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