Price
From pp
USD 2300
Charter Boat
The Kuda Laut has been gracing the region for 20 years and has an experienced crew on board. This 58’ wooden motor sailor had a recent refit and is ideal for small groups looking to explore the Mentawai and Telo Islands. She houses 7 guests in a dorm style cabin, complete with flat screen TV, fishing gear and all the navigation and safety gear you’d expect. Certainly good value, each guest has 5 complimentary beers each day.
Group Size: Max 7 / Min 5 guests
Number of Cabins: 1 large a/c cabin
Length of Stay: 10 days surfing / 11 nights on board
Destination: Mentawai Islands, Telo Islands
Surfing Ability: Intermediate to advanced only
Budget: Medium $$$$$
A/C: Cabin & dining area
Photos: Price on request
Beers: 5 beers pp / day included
Tender: 5.5 meter tinny 60 hp
Port: Padang, West Sumatra
All interior areas, including the dormitory sleeping quarters, have air conditioning to escape the tropical sun. Most meals are usually served on the back deck but there is an interior saloon where meals can also be enjoyed, especially if there is a passing storm. The saloon also has a flat screen TV.
Although a relatively small vessel, she offers a good amount of space for it's guests to enjoy a little privacy. Featuring 3 decks (1 front and 2 rear) - guests have shaded (and non shaded) areas to relax and watch the surf.
Kuda Laut features:
- 7 beds (A/C) - 1 dormitory cabin
- Shower and Toilet
- Inside dining area (A/C)
- 34” Flat screen TV / DVD Player
- Large portable speaker
- Outside eating area
Guest cabin
3 large, healthy delicious meals are served each day & are part of every package.
Guests can expect a mix of Indonesian and Western cuisine served for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Vegetarians can also be catered for given prior notice.
All packages include:
- 3 daily meals
- Snacks, fruit Juices & soft drinks
- Unlimited Tea, Coffee and Water
- 5 beers pp / day
Additional beers will be available for purchase on board
The Kuda Laut has an incredible team including:
- Indonesian Captain (Elisa Nduru, aka "Yanus")
- French Surf Guide (& surf instructor) Fred Magrini, speaking 5 languages, Indonesian, English, French, Italian, Spanish
- Indonesian Chef, deck hands & kitchen staff
Surf Guide
Length Overall (LOA): 58’
Construction: Sumatran Ironwood
Marine Engine: 80hp Mitsubishi diesel
Style: Traditional Motor Sailor boat (Indonesian Flag)
Cruise speed: 8 knots
Generator: 12kVa Onan generator
Electrical points: 240v AC and 12v DC
Garmin GPS
Radar - Furuno 16 mile
Depth sounder - Furuno
Fish Finder
SSB and VHS radios
EPIRB
Life Jackets & Safety Rings
Fire Extinguishers
First Aid Kit (with trained staff on board)
Trip Information
When booking a trip aboard the Kuda Laut, guests will have the chance to surf either the Mentawai Islands (the whole region) – or further north to the Telo Islands (as well as parts of the Northern Mentawai). If you’re booking a large group then you’ll usually get to choose which region. Smaller groups and single surfers should enquire as to which region the charter will be heading to.
Both regions offer a nice mix of waves, so it’s best to check out our destinations pages and check the detailed description of all the surf breaks listed to get an idea of which region you’d prefer to visit.
* Surf Breaks - Mentawai (Playgrounds)
* Surf Breaks - Telo Islands
Detailed information for all the surf breaks can be found in the destination's section of the site within the Mentawai, Banyak & Telo pages.
* Surf Breaks - Mentawai (Playgrounds)
* Surf Breaks - Telo Islands
Guests need to fly into Padang Airport, West Sumatra
Arrival into Padang by (latest) 1pm.
The boat departs at 6pm. Departure flights should be from 1pm (onwards) on the last day of the trip.
Flights
We recommend using www.skyscanner.com and flying into either Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - or Jakarta, Indonesia. From KL, there is usually one morning flight (1hr) with Air Asia as well as a lunchtime flight to Padang. From Jakarta, there are over a dozen flights each day that fly into Padang, from airlines such as Garuda Airlines, Srwijaya, Citilink & Lion Air. We recommend www.traveloka.com
Note: Visa On Arrival: A FREE 30 day Visa On Arrival is now available for a number of countries including: Australia, USA, Brazil, South Africa, New Zealand, Canada, Peru, Costa Rica, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Ireland, England, France, Switzerland, Sweden and Germany.
Arrive Padang airport by 1pm.
One of our staff will be waiting to take you to the harbor.
Depart harbour 6pm, arrive Mentawai Islands early the next morning.
11 nights / 10 days surfing
Return back to Padang early morning.
One of our reps will take you to the airport or hotel of choice
Fly anytime after 1pm.
Note: The trip has no fixed route as the surf conditions can change day to day. Our experienced crew are always aware of the swell forecast and will update everybody each day to discuss the next move. The captain will usually change location during the night, leaving the opportunity for the guests to enjoy most of the day surfing.
Before booking a trip aboard Kuda Laut, make sure to check our "Know before you go" section which is a handy page of what to expect as well as a detailed inventory of what to bring.
For those that need some help in choosing the right surf charter boat or those that are unsure what's better a surf charter boat or surf camp, then check out both our blogs below.
PRICES
Photos
The Kuda Laut has been gracing the region for 20 years and has an experienced crew on board. This 58’ wooden motor sailor had a recent refit and is ideal for small groups looking to explore the Mentawai and Telo Islands. She houses 7 guests in a dorm style cabin, complete with flat screen TV, fishing gear and all the navigation and safety gear you’d expect. Certainly good value, each guest has 5 complimentary beers each day.
Group Size: Max 7 / Min 5 guests
Number of Cabins: 1 large a/c cabin
Length of Stay: 10 days surfing / 11 nights on board
Destination: Mentawai Islands, Telo Islands
Surfing Ability: Intermediate to advanced only
Budget: Medium $$$$$
A/C: Cabin & dining area
Photos: Price on request
Beers: 5 beers pp / day included
Tender: 5.5 meter tinny 60 hp
Port: Padang, West Sumatra
All interior areas, including the dormitory sleeping quarters, have air conditioning to escape the tropical sun. Most meals are usually served on the back deck but there is an interior saloon where meals can also be enjoyed, especially if there is a passing storm. The saloon also has a flat screen TV.
Although a relatively small vessel, she offers a good amount of space for it's guests to enjoy a little privacy. Featuring 3 decks (1 front and 2 rear) - guests have shaded (and non shaded) areas to relax and watch the surf.
Kuda Laut features:
- 7 beds (A/C) - 1 dormitory cabin
- Shower and Toilet
- Inside dining area (A/C)
- 34” Flat screen TV / DVD Player
- Large portable speaker
- Outside eating areaGuest cabin
3 large, healthy delicious meals are served each day & are part of every package.
Guests can expect a mix of Indonesian and Western cuisine served for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Vegetarians can also be catered for given prior notice.
All packages include:
- 3 daily meals
- Snacks, fruit Juices & soft drinks
- Unlimited Tea, Coffee and Water
- 5 beers pp / day
Additional beers will be available for purchase on board
The Kuda Laut has an incredible team including:
- Indonesian Captain (Elisa Nduru, aka "Yanus")
- French Surf Guide (& surf instructor) Fred Magrini, speaking 5 languages, Indonesian, English, French, Italian, Spanish
- Indonesian Chef, deck hands & kitchen staff
Surf Guide
Length Overall (LOA): 58’
Construction: Sumatran Ironwood
Marine Engine: 80hp Mitsubishi diesel
Style: Traditional Motor Sailor boat (Indonesian Flag)
Cruise speed: 8 knots
Generator: 12kVa Onan generator
Electrical points: 240v AC and 12v DC
Garmin GPS
Radar - Furuno 16 mile
Depth sounder - Furuno
Fish Finder
SSB and VHS radios
EPIRB
Life Jackets & Safety Rings
Fire Extinguishers
First Aid Kit (with trained staff on board)
When booking a trip aboard the Kuda Laut, guests will have the chance to surf either the Mentawai Islands (the whole region) – or further north to the Telo Islands (as well as parts of the Northern Mentawai). If you’re booking a large group then you’ll usually get to choose which region. Smaller groups and single surfers should enquire as to which region the charter will be heading to.
Both regions offer a nice mix of waves, so it’s best to check out our destinations pages and check the detailed description of all the surf breaks listed to get an idea of which region you’d prefer to visit.
* Surf Breaks - Mentawai (Playgrounds)
* Surf Breaks - Telo Islands
Detailed information for all the surf breaks can be found in the destination's section of the site within the Mentawai, Banyak & Telo pages.
* Surf Breaks - Mentawai (Playgrounds)
* Surf Breaks - Telo Islands
Guests need to fly into Padang Airport, West Sumatra
Arrival into Padang by (latest) 1pm.
The boat departs at 6pm. Departure flights should be from 1pm (onwards) on the last day of the trip.
Flights
We recommend using www.skyscanner.com and flying into either Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - or Jakarta, Indonesia. From KL, there is usually one morning flight (1hr) with Air Asia as well as a lunchtime flight to Padang. From Jakarta, there are over a dozen flights each day that fly into Padang, from airlines such as Garuda Airlines, Srwijaya, Citilink & Lion Air. We recommend www.traveloka.com
Note: Visa On Arrival: A FREE 30 day Visa On Arrival is now available for a number of countries including: Australia, USA, Brazil, South Africa, New Zealand, Canada, Peru, Costa Rica, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Ireland, England, France, Switzerland, Sweden and Germany.
Arrive Padang airport by 1pm.
One of our staff will be waiting to take you to the harbor.
Depart harbour 6pm, arrive Mentawai Islands early the next morning.
11 nights / 10 days surfing
Return back to Padang early morning.
One of our reps will take you to the airport or hotel of choice
Fly anytime after 1pm.
Note: The trip has no fixed route as the surf conditions can change day to day. Our experienced crew are always aware of the swell forecast and will update everybody each day to discuss the next move. The captain will usually change location during the night, leaving the opportunity for the guests to enjoy most of the day surfing.
All guests travelling to any surf camp or charter boat in Sumatra will require Travel Insurance. Surf Camp Sumatra recommends using World Nomads for any trip to Sumatra. Simply use the below form to get a quote.
Before booking a trip aboard Kuda Laut, make sure to check our "Know before you go" section which is a handy page of what to expect as well as a detailed inventory of what to bring.
For those that need some help in choosing the right surf charter boat or those that are unsure what's better a surf charter boat or surf camp, then check out both our blogs below.
Dates
Destination
Nights
Price Per Person
Special Offer
Availability
Occupancy: Max 7 / Min 6 guests. Trip starts/ends: Padang, West Sumatra
Arrival into Padang by (latest) 1pm on day 1. The boat departs at 6pm.
Departure flights should be from 1pm (onwards) on the last day of the trip.
A deposit of USD 500 per person is required to secure your booking.
Initial deposit is non-refundable but transferable or exchanged with a friend to take your place on that specific date (passengers are responsible for finding their own replacements).
Balance of payments is due 90 days prior departure and non-refundable 100%.
Confirmation of your bookings and deposits will be sent via email once the deposit has been received.
Travel Insurance is mandatory for your safety and no guest will be able to depart on the boat trips unless they have copies of their travel insurance documents before departure. We advise all guests take out insurance upon booking in case of accident or personal problems prior to your trip.
By way of payment, all guests agree to abide by the terms & conditions.
One payment per group for initial deposit & a second payment per group for the final balance (60 days prior to arrival).
Guests have 3 ways to make a payment:
1) Bank Transfer
Bank transfer is the most common form of payment. Payments can be made to our Australian, US, Euro, New Zealand or Pound Sterling accounts. On confirmation of booking we will send you the details.
2) Credit Card
Credit Card payments are accepted with a 2.9% fee.
3) PayPal
PayPal payments are available and are subject to a % surcharge from PayPal. These fees are typically around 4% (TBC).
By way of payment guests are agreeing to both Kuda Laut & Surf Camp Sumatra�s Terms & Conditions. Both links can be found below;
Kuda Laut: https://kudalautsurf.com/things-to-know
Surf Camp Sumatra: http://www.surfcampsumatra.com/surf-camp-sumatra-terms.shtml
By Rob
Awesome boat and crew. We scored waves everywhere. Food was top notch and plentiful. Always a cold beer ready after a surf. It was pure magic.
By Wally
We were looked after like kings. The Mentawai islands were all I expected them to be and the surf was great. The boat was great and the crew were even better.
By Pete
A great surf trip where I pushed my surfing and relaxing to new limits! The crew helped us to seek out & surf the best waves we'd ever seen.
By Simon
What this boat lacks in size it makes up in their knowledge of the area and the service the crew provides. We'll be back!
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