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Getting to the Mentawais Islands (see below!)

Flights only to Padang, West Sumatra
via Kuala lumpur or Jakarta

Then either onto Aloita Resort or Mentawai Surf Camp
See below for your options!

Getting to South Sumatra

All flights via Bandar Lampung, South Sumatra.

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Handy Information...
Before deciding on dates make sure you've checked what days the Ferrys go on!
Ferrys do not run each day! They're quite infrequent. For those who are short of time - perhaps a sea plane might be a more flexible option (aloita guests only)
Any questions just drop us a line anytime!
   More Information, please read!


Flights to Padang, West Sumatra.

The Mentawais lie approximately 150km off the coast of West Sumatra. The gateway to the islands is only via the city of Padang.

Daily flights from Kuala Lumpur or Jakarta serve as your best option of arrival. Most domestic airlines accept surfboards as standard.

Although we dont directly book flights for guests, its quite easy! Simpy contact the airlines direct (see opposite).

Ferry

Once you're in Padang you need to get to either Siberut (mentawai Surf Camp) or Sipora (Aloita). Again this isnt a huge drama. You just need to get to the port by taxi (1hr) and from there we'll do everything else for you.

Both camps use the Ambu Ambu Ferry - but on different days of the week.

Sea Plane

Guests staying at Aloita can also take the Sea Plane!
mentawai ferry
 

Ferry to Siberut (Mentawai Surf Camp) - inclusive in the price

Depart (Padang) each Thursday (7pm)
Returning (Padang) each Saturday (arrive 7am)

On arrival in Siberut, the camp will have a private boat collect and take the guests onto the surf camp (1.5hrs). On departure the same boat will also drop you off.

All guests will have a private cabin and bed for their crossing.

Ferry to Tuapejet, Sipora (Aloita)

Sunday: Padang – Tua Pejat  (DEP: 08.00 PM    ARR: 6.30 AM)
Monday: Tua Pejat – Padang  (DEP : 08.00 PM   ARR: 6.30 AM)
Thursday, week 1 & 4: Padang – Tua Pejat  (DEP: 08.00 PM    ARR: 6.30 AM)
Friday, week 1 & 4: Tua Pejat – Padang  (DEP: 08.00 PM   ARR : 6.30 AM)

Tua Pajet is the capital of the Mentawais, and its dock is less than 10 minutes away from Aloita.  On arrival, guests will then be picked up by our speedboats and whisked away to Aloita, arriving early enough to catch a quick breakfast and a full day of aquatic activities.  The cost for the Ambu Ambu is $62usd for the first person, and $10usd for each additional person sharing a private cabin.  There are additional overnight ferry options, but the Ambu Ambu is easily the nicest, cheapest, and most convenient.

Private Speedboat or Boat Charter
Please contact us for details

Sea Plane (10 seats) New March 2012! - $240 p/p each way.
No restriction on boards (3 per person)
Leaves Padang at 10.10am. Leaves Sipora 11.30am

Ground Transportation and Hotel Stays

Once you arrive at the Minangkabau Airport, our ground crews will transport you to your next destination.  If necessary, Aloita Resort will coordinate a hotel stay at one of the clean, reasonable establishments in downtown Padang.  From the airport to downtown Padang is about a 40-minute drive, and we charge a very reasonable rate of $20usd/person.  Most private speedboats will pick you up at the Muara River Harbor in downtown Padang.  The Bungus Harbor, where the Ambu Ambu and many private charters depart from, is an additional 40-minutes away.  Thus, the ground fee from the airport to the Bungus Harbor is $30usd/person.


 
Flights...
We dont arrange flights.
Internationally you need to get to Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur or Singapore. For Domestic flights see below.
Jakarta - Padang
Air Asia
Lion Air
Garuda Airlines
Batavia Air
Mandala
Kuala Lumpur - Padang
Air Asia
Singapore - Padang
Take the ferry from Sentosa island harbour to Batam
(30 min journey). They run
every few hours (approx
equivalent US$ 15 each
way) From Batam fly to Padang with Mandala.
Runs twice daily, approx equivalent US$ 30 one way
Important stuff:
Guests need to be flexible
with their travel itinerary.
Make sure you're able to
change your international
flights in case of delay.
The actual best option is
to ideally:
Arrival:
Arrive before noon.
Departure:
Stay the night in Padang on
your return then fly the
next day.
All guests must have full travel insurance.
Remember, delays are
common with all ferries.
Any questions just ask.
ferry
Ambu Ambu Click to enlarge