Price
From pp
USD 1800
Charter Boat
Group Size: Max 10 guests
Number of Cabins: Air-conditioned shared sleeping area (10 single beds, with option to convert 2 into doubles)
Length of Stay: 10 days surfing, 11 nights on board
Destination: Mentawai or Telo Islands
Surfing Ability: Intermediate to advanced
A/C: All interior & sleeping area
Photos: Price on request
Beers: 1 crate (24 beers) per person / trip (additional available on request)
Tender: 2 tenders for transfers to surf breaks
Port: Padang
Ombak Kabau is a purpose-built Mentawai surf charter vessel designed for surfers who want comfort, simplicity, and reliable access to world-class waves without unnecessary frills. At just over 82 feet in length and powered by twin diesel engines, she cruises comfortably at around 8–9 knots, offering a stable and dependable platform for navigating the Mentawai island chain.
One of the standout features of Ombak Kabau is her large open upper deck, a relaxed social space ideal for stretching between surfs, sharing stories, or enjoying sunsets after long days in the water. The forward and rear deck areas provide ample room for surf prep', board storage, and easy water access, keeping life onboard practical and uncluttered.
Below deck, the interior is fully air-conditioned and laid out with functionality in mind. The shared sleeping area accommodates up to 10 guests in single bunk beds, with the option to convert two into doubles. The air-conditioned saloon and dining area offer a comfortable place to escape the heat, relax, watch a movie, or refuel between sessions.
Ombak Kabau carries two dedicated surf tenders, ensuring fast and efficient access to nearby breaks throughout the day. Supported by an experienced crew and a chef preparing three hearty meals daily, life onboard follows a simple rhythm - surf, eat, rest, and repeat. While she keeps things surf-focused rather than luxurious, Ombak Kabau is a proven and affordable option for groups whose priority is all about time in the water and scoring quality Mentawai waves.
Sleeping arrangements on Ombak Kabau are simple, functional, and surf-focused, with accommodation for up to 10 guests in a shared cabin layout. While she doesn’t offer private cabins, the boat makes up for it with generous deck space, a laid-back atmosphere, and a strong emphasis on time in the water.
Accommodation includes:
* 1 x cabin with 8 bunk beds
* 2 x single beds
Total capacity: 10 guests
Ombak Kabau features a range of practical outdoor spaces designed around life on a surf charter. The large open upper deck is the main social hub onboard and an ideal place to relax between sessions, stretch out, or enjoy sunset drinks after a long day in the water. The front and rear deck areas provide plenty of room for board storage, surf preparation, and easy access to the tenders.
Inside, the air-conditioned saloon and dining area offer a welcome escape from the tropical heat. With comfortable seating and entertainment options, it’s a relaxed space to unwind, watch a movie, or refuel between surfs.
Facilities:
* Air-conditioned guest sleeping area & interior saloon
* 2 bathrooms with western-style toilets & hot showers
* Interior lounge & dining area with TV, movie library & sound system
* Star link Wi-Fi
* 2nd level of the boat has a large hangout area with a TV and Speakers
* Covered Forward deck for hangout
Expect plenty of fresh & delicious meals each day
Included in all packages:
Three generous, freshly prepared meals are served daily onboard, keeping you fuelled for long days of surfing in the Mentawai Islands.
Meals are a mix of Indonesian and Western cuisine, served for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Vegetarian meals can be catered for with prior notice.
Includes:
Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner
Snacks, fruit, juices & soft drinks
Unlimited tea, coffee & drinking water
2 beers per person / per day included
Additional beers can be purchased in Padang prior to departure.
Surf Guides
Ombak Kabau works with a small selection of trusted surf guides, chosen based on availability and trip requirements. All guides have 5 to 10 years of hands-on experience in the Mentawai Islands and possess deep knowledge of local swell patterns, tides, winds, reef setups, and daily conditions.
This flexible guiding approach allows us to adapt each trip to the best possible conditions, ensuring guests are consistently placed in the right locations for quality waves while maintaining a smooth and relaxed experience onboard.
Photographer / Videographer
Ombak Kabau works with a small group of photographers and videographers, depending on availability and trip setup.
Price range: USD 250–400 per person, depending on the professional and selected package.
Ombak Kabau Indonesian Crew
Ombak Kabau is supported by a dedicated Indonesian crew with extensive experience operating in the Mentawai Islands:
Captain: Rajap
Boat Driver: Dedy Siregar
Electrician: Rio
Chef: Randy
Deckhand: Acil
Mechanic: Pacai
Each crew member plays a vital role in maintaining safety, efficiency, and comfort throughout the trip, allowing guests to focus on surfing and enjoying life at sea.
What’s included
* Airport transfers to and from Padang airport, with pickup and drop-off organised for your charter
* 11 nights onboard Ombak Kabau, with 10 full days of surfing in the Mentawai Islands (North, Central, or South depending on conditions)
* 10 single bunk beds in an air-conditioned sleeping cabin (2 beds can be converted into doubles)
* Air-conditioned saloon & sleeping area for comfort between sessions
* 3 main meals served each day — freshly prepared onboard, mixing Indonesian and Western cuisine (vegetarian options available with advance notice)
* Snacks, fruit juices & soft drinks
* Unlimited tea, coffee & drinking water
* 1 crate of beer per person / per trip included (additional beers can be purchased before departure)
* Use of 2 x speedboats (each with 40hp engines)
* Use of paddle boards and snorkelling equipment
* Use of fishing equipment
* All necessary Mentawai zone permits
* Island excursions where possible (subject to weather and timing)
What’s not included
* Mentawai Surf Tax (IDR 2,000,000 pp)
* Photography packages - price on request
* Tips for the crew
Length OA: 82.88 feet (25.27 m)
Width: 15.58 feet (4.75 m)
Boat type: Motor cruiser
Flag: Indonesia
Registered: West Sumatra
Construction: Fiberglass & wooden construction
Main Engines: 2 × Mitsubishi 190 hp diesel engines
Generator: 2 × diesel gensets (40 kVA)
Cruise Speed: 8–10 knots
Total Crew: 6
Navigation: GARMIN ECHOMAP UHD2 5" CHARTPLOTTER WITH GT20-TM TRANSDUCER & NAVIONICS+
Radio: Cobham SAILOR 6248 VHF Marine Radio with 6090 Power Supply (406248A-00500)
Satellite phone: Inmarsat IsatPhone 2 Handheld Satellite Phone
EPIRB: Kannad Marine SAFEPRO + AIS EPIRB
Flares (x 5): Comet / Falls
First Aid Kit
Fire Extinguisher (x 3)
Trip Information
When booking a trip aboard Ombak Kabau, guests can expect to surf across the Mentawai Islands, with itineraries covering the North, Central, or Southern regions depending on swell, wind, and crowd conditions. For tube-hungry surfers chasing the most consistent and world-class waves, we recommend focusing on the Mentawai Islands, which offer the widest variety of high-quality reef breaks.
For those looking for slightly more user-friendly options and a more relaxed pace, trips concentrating on the Northern Mentawai can be a great option or alternatively, swell permitting, heading to the Telo Islands.
Groups booking the full charter will generally have more flexibility in determining the surfing region, while smaller groups or individual surfers should enquire at the time of booking to confirm which area the scheduled charter will be targeting.
Detailed information for all the surf breaks can be found in the destination's section of the site within the Mentawai & Telo pages.
* Surf Breaks - Mentawai (Playgrounds)
* Surf Breaks - Telo Islands
Guests need to fly into Padang Airport (PDG), West Sumatra
We recommend using www.kayak.com and flying into Jakarta, Indonesia.
From Jakarta, there are over a dozen flights each day that fly into Padang, from airlines such as Garuda Airlines (always recommended), Batik & Super Air Jet. Avoid Lion Air when possible.
It’s also possible to fly to Padang via Kuala Lumpur although (only 2-3 flights each day) or via Singapore.
Please note, on average a standard shortboard costs around IDR 200k to 500k “per board”, per domestic flight, paid in cash at the check-in counter.
Note that if you book with Garuda, your board bag will be free up to 20-40kg’s depending on your ticket.
We recommend using www.traveloka.com for short haul flights within Indonesia
Visa On Arrival: A FREE 30 day Visa On Arrival is now available for the following countries: Australia, USA, Brazil, South Africa, New Zealand, Canada, Peru, Costa Rica, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Ireland, England, France, Switzerland, Sweden and Germany (and many more!)
Arrival Day
Arrive into Padang Airport by 1:00 pm. A member of the Ombak Kabau team will be waiting to transfer you to the harbour. Guests arriving earlier in the day will be taken to a comfortable place to relax, while those arriving the day before will be transferred to their hotel. All Padang airport and local transfers are included.
Departure
The vessel departs Padang in the early evening, with an overnight crossing to the Mentawai Islands. Arrival at the first surf location is typically early the following morning.
Trip Duration
11 nights onboard / 10 full days of surfing in the Mentawai Islands (or Telos on request).
Return Day
The boat returns to Padang harbour early on the final morning. A staff member will transfer guests to the airport or their hotel of choice. Flights can be scheduled for any time after 1:00 pm.
Itinerary Notes
Trips aboard Ombak Kabau do not follow a fixed route. Surf locations are chosen daily based on swell, wind, tides, and crowd levels. The captain and crew continuously monitor forecasts and will update guests throughout the trip, usually relocating the boat overnight to maximise daylight hours spent surfing.
Before booking a trip aboard Ombak Kabau, 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
Group Size: Max 10 guests
Number of Cabins: Air-conditioned shared sleeping area (10 single beds, with option to convert 2 into doubles)
Length of Stay: 10 days surfing, 11 nights on board
Destination: Mentawai or Telo Islands
Surfing Ability: Intermediate to advanced
A/C: All interior & sleeping area
Photos: Price on request
Beers: 1 crate (24 beers) per person / trip (additional available on request)
Tender: 2 tenders for transfers to surf breaks
Port: Padang
Ombak Kabau is a purpose-built Mentawai surf charter vessel designed for surfers who want comfort, simplicity, and reliable access to world-class waves without unnecessary frills. At just over 82 feet in length and powered by twin diesel engines, she cruises comfortably at around 8–9 knots, offering a stable and dependable platform for navigating the Mentawai island chain.
One of the standout features of Ombak Kabau is her large open upper deck, a relaxed social space ideal for stretching between surfs, sharing stories, or enjoying sunsets after long days in the water. The forward and rear deck areas provide ample room for surf prep', board storage, and easy water access, keeping life onboard practical and uncluttered.
Below deck, the interior is fully air-conditioned and laid out with functionality in mind. The shared sleeping area accommodates up to 10 guests in single bunk beds, with the option to convert two into doubles. The air-conditioned saloon and dining area offer a comfortable place to escape the heat, relax, watch a movie, or refuel between sessions.
Ombak Kabau carries two dedicated surf tenders, ensuring fast and efficient access to nearby breaks throughout the day. Supported by an experienced crew and a chef preparing three hearty meals daily, life onboard follows a simple rhythm - surf, eat, rest, and repeat. While she keeps things surf-focused rather than luxurious, Ombak Kabau is a proven and affordable option for groups whose priority is all about time in the water and scoring quality Mentawai waves.
Sleeping arrangements on Ombak Kabau are simple, functional, and surf-focused, with accommodation for up to 10 guests in a shared cabin layout. While she doesn’t offer private cabins, the boat makes up for it with generous deck space, a laid-back atmosphere, and a strong emphasis on time in the water.
Accommodation includes:
* 1 x cabin with 8 bunk beds
* 2 x single beds
Total capacity: 10 guests
Ombak Kabau features a range of practical outdoor spaces designed around life on a surf charter. The large open upper deck is the main social hub onboard and an ideal place to relax between sessions, stretch out, or enjoy sunset drinks after a long day in the water. The front and rear deck areas provide plenty of room for board storage, surf preparation, and easy access to the tenders.
Inside, the air-conditioned saloon and dining area offer a welcome escape from the tropical heat. With comfortable seating and entertainment options, it’s a relaxed space to unwind, watch a movie, or refuel between surfs.
Facilities:
* Air-conditioned guest sleeping area & interior saloon
* 2 bathrooms with western-style toilets & hot showers
* Interior lounge & dining area with TV, movie library & sound system
* Star link Wi-Fi
* 2nd level of the boat has a large hangout area with a TV and Speakers
* Covered Forward deck for hangout
Expect plenty of fresh & delicious meals each day
Included in all packages:
Three generous, freshly prepared meals are served daily onboard, keeping you fuelled for long days of surfing in the Mentawai Islands.
Meals are a mix of Indonesian and Western cuisine, served for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Vegetarian meals can be catered for with prior notice.
Includes:
Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner
Snacks, fruit, juices & soft drinks
Unlimited tea, coffee & drinking water
2 beers per person / per day included
Additional beers can be purchased in Padang prior to departure.
Surf Guides
Ombak Kabau works with a small selection of trusted surf guides, chosen based on availability and trip requirements. All guides have 5 to 10 years of hands-on experience in the Mentawai Islands and possess deep knowledge of local swell patterns, tides, winds, reef setups, and daily conditions.
This flexible guiding approach allows us to adapt each trip to the best possible conditions, ensuring guests are consistently placed in the right locations for quality waves while maintaining a smooth and relaxed experience onboard.
Photographer / Videographer
Ombak Kabau works with a small group of photographers and videographers, depending on availability and trip setup.
Price range: USD 250–400 per person, depending on the professional and selected package.
Ombak Kabau Indonesian Crew
Ombak Kabau is supported by a dedicated Indonesian crew with extensive experience operating in the Mentawai Islands:
Captain: Rajap
Boat Driver: Dedy Siregar
Electrician: Rio
Chef: Randy
Deckhand: Acil
Mechanic: Pacai
Each crew member plays a vital role in maintaining safety, efficiency, and comfort throughout the trip, allowing guests to focus on surfing and enjoying life at sea.
What’s included
* Airport transfers to and from Padang airport, with pickup and drop-off organised for your charter
* 11 nights onboard Ombak Kabau, with 10 full days of surfing in the Mentawai Islands (North, Central, or South depending on conditions)
* 10 single bunk beds in an air-conditioned sleeping cabin (2 beds can be converted into doubles)
* Air-conditioned saloon & sleeping area for comfort between sessions
* 3 main meals served each day — freshly prepared onboard, mixing Indonesian and Western cuisine (vegetarian options available with advance notice)
* Snacks, fruit juices & soft drinks
* Unlimited tea, coffee & drinking water
* 1 crate of beer per person / per trip included (additional beers can be purchased before departure)
* Use of 2 x speedboats (each with 40hp engines)
* Use of paddle boards and snorkelling equipment
* Use of fishing equipment
* All necessary Mentawai zone permits
* Island excursions where possible (subject to weather and timing)
What’s not included
* Mentawai Surf Tax (IDR 2,000,000 pp)
* Photography packages - price on request
* Tips for the crew
Length OA: 82.88 feet (25.27 m)
Width: 15.58 feet (4.75 m)
Boat type: Motor cruiser
Flag: Indonesia
Registered: West Sumatra
Construction: Fiberglass & wooden construction
Main Engines: 2 × Mitsubishi 190 hp diesel engines
Generator: 2 × diesel gensets (40 kVA)
Cruise Speed: 8–10 knots
Total Crew: 6
Navigation: GARMIN ECHOMAP UHD2 5" CHARTPLOTTER WITH GT20-TM TRANSDUCER & NAVIONICS+
Radio: Cobham SAILOR 6248 VHF Marine Radio with 6090 Power Supply (406248A-00500)
Satellite phone: Inmarsat IsatPhone 2 Handheld Satellite Phone
EPIRB: Kannad Marine SAFEPRO + AIS EPIRB
Flares (x 5): Comet / Falls
First Aid Kit
Fire Extinguisher (x 3)
When booking a trip aboard Ombak Kabau, guests can expect to surf across the Mentawai Islands, with itineraries covering the North, Central, or Southern regions depending on swell, wind, and crowd conditions. For tube-hungry surfers chasing the most consistent and world-class waves, we recommend focusing on the Mentawai Islands, which offer the widest variety of high-quality reef breaks.
For those looking for slightly more user-friendly options and a more relaxed pace, trips concentrating on the Northern Mentawai can be a great option or alternatively, swell permitting, heading to the Telo Islands.
Groups booking the full charter will generally have more flexibility in determining the surfing region, while smaller groups or individual surfers should enquire at the time of booking to confirm which area the scheduled charter will be targeting.
Detailed information for all the surf breaks can be found in the destination's section of the site within the Mentawai & Telo pages.
* Surf Breaks - Mentawai (Playgrounds)
* Surf Breaks - Telo Islands
Guests need to fly into Padang Airport (PDG), West Sumatra
We recommend using www.kayak.com and flying into Jakarta, Indonesia.
From Jakarta, there are over a dozen flights each day that fly into Padang, from airlines such as Garuda Airlines (always recommended), Batik & Super Air Jet. Avoid Lion Air when possible.
It’s also possible to fly to Padang via Kuala Lumpur although (only 2-3 flights each day) or via Singapore.
Please note, on average a standard shortboard costs around IDR 200k to 500k “per board”, per domestic flight, paid in cash at the check-in counter.
Note that if you book with Garuda, your board bag will be free up to 20-40kg’s depending on your ticket.
We recommend using www.traveloka.com for short haul flights within Indonesia
Visa On Arrival: A FREE 30 day Visa On Arrival is now available for the following countries: Australia, USA, Brazil, South Africa, New Zealand, Canada, Peru, Costa Rica, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Ireland, England, France, Switzerland, Sweden and Germany (and many more!)
Arrival Day
Arrive into Padang Airport by 1:00 pm. A member of the Ombak Kabau team will be waiting to transfer you to the harbour. Guests arriving earlier in the day will be taken to a comfortable place to relax, while those arriving the day before will be transferred to their hotel. All Padang airport and local transfers are included.
Departure
The vessel departs Padang in the early evening, with an overnight crossing to the Mentawai Islands. Arrival at the first surf location is typically early the following morning.
Trip Duration
11 nights onboard / 10 full days of surfing in the Mentawai Islands (or Telos on request).
Return Day
The boat returns to Padang harbour early on the final morning. A staff member will transfer guests to the airport or their hotel of choice. Flights can be scheduled for any time after 1:00 pm.
Itinerary Notes
Trips aboard Ombak Kabau do not follow a fixed route. Surf locations are chosen daily based on swell, wind, tides, and crowd levels. The captain and crew continuously monitor forecasts and will update guests throughout the trip, usually relocating the boat overnight to maximise daylight hours spent surfing.
Before booking a trip aboard Ombak Kabau, 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
16 MAR 26 to 27 MAR 26
11
USD 1800
30 MAR 26 to 10 APR 26
11
USD 1800
12 APR 26 to 24 APR 26
11
USD 1800
27 APR 26 to 08 MAY 26
11
USD 1800
11 MAY 26 to 22 MAY 26
11
USD 1800
25 MAY 26 to 05 JUN 26
11
USD 1800
08 JUN 26 to 19 JUN 26
11
USD 1800
22 JUN 26 to 03 JUL 26
11
USD 1800
06 JUL 26 to 17 JUL 26
11
USD 1800
20 JUL 26 to 31 JUL 26
11
USD 1800
02 AUG 26 to 13 AUG 26
11
USD 1800
17 AUG 26 to 28 AUG 26
11
USD 1800
31 AUG 26 to 11 SEP 26
11
USD 1800
14 SEP 26 to 25 SEP 26
11
USD 1800
28 SEP 26 to 09 OCT 26
11
USD 1800
12 OCT 26 to 23 OCT 26
11
USD 1800
26 OCT 26 to 06 NOV 26
11
USD 1800
09 NOV 26 to 20 NOV 26
11
USD 1800
A 30% deposit is required to secure your booking (approx. USD 550 / AUD 800 per person).
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 60 days prior to departure and non-refundable 100% (but transferable to another date given prior notice).
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.
Guests have 2 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 also accepted (+small fee).
By way of payment guests are agreeing to both Ombak Kabau Surf Charter Boat & Surf Camp Sumatra's Terms & Conditions.
Both links can be found below;
Ombak Kabau Surf Charter Boat: https://www.ombakkabausurfcharters.com/terms-conditions
Surf Camp Sumatra: http://www.surfcampsumatra.com/surf-camp-sumatra-terms.shtml
Matt Shaw
Good crew, good food, and plenty of time in the water. The boat isn’t flashy, but it’s well set up for surf trips and felt relaxed the whole time. We got lucky with swell and the captain moved us around smartly.
Luke
If you’re not chasing luxury and just want to surf as much as possible, Ombak Kabau makes a lot of sense. Everything ran smoothly and the price was hard to beat compared to other boats we looked at.
Tom H
Really enjoyed our time on Ombak Kabau. The crew were easygoing and knew where to be each day. Boat’s comfortable enough, food was good, and we scored plenty of waves. Would happily do it again.
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