Saraina Surf Charter

Anchored up in the Mentawais

Group Size: 6-9 guests (10 on request)
Number of Cabins: 2 x private a/c sleeping cabins
Length of Stay: 6-14 days surfing, 7-15 nights on board
Destination: Mentawai islands
Surfing Ability: Intermediate to advanced only
Budget: Medium
A/C: All interior & cabins
Photos: Price on request
Beers: 2 complimentary beers per person / per day
Tender: 6.5m Aluminium Speedboat w Sun Canopy (40 HP)
Port: Padang, West Sumatra

The Saraina is a 64' "motor cruiser" surf charter boat built in 2003 that had a full refit in 2022.

Saraina specializes in providing well run surf trips for smaller size groups.  Small groups means trips can be better tailored to individual guests' desired wave type and when you arrive at that empty lineup there are just that many more waves to go around.

Delivering big trips for a small price, Saraina focuses on having excellent food, friendly and knowledgeable staff as well as overall fantastic customer service on a well laid out comfortable boat.

Saraina was given an extensive refit in 2022 including the entire exterior, engine overhaul and cabin area upgrade.  A larger and more powerful speedboat has also been given a sun canopy to keep your drinks (and your photographer!) out of the sun.  Small details such as each bunk being fit with an int'l power outlet (240V) and multiple USB charge ports go a long way to add to your comfort level.

Most trips are focused on the Mentawais, but a handful of trips each year head further north to the Telo Islands & beyond.

Cruising in the Mentawais

2 a/c sleeping cabins

Constructed from local Indonesian hard wood & featuring a dark coconut timber interior, the vessel has an air conditioned saloon area for its guests to relax in as well as 2 separate air conditioned sleeping cabins to enjoy a good nights sleep.

For a mid sized boat, there are also plenty of exterior spaces on offer, including 2 covered decks (one at the back and one of the front) as well other exterior areas that are not shaded.

The vessel's accommodation includes:

Fully air conditioned (interior and guest cabins)
2 guest sleeping cabins (comfortably sleeping 9-10 guests)
1 bathroom with toilet & shower
2 showers (1 outdoor, 1 indoor)
2 shaded exterior deck areas with seating
Indoor living/dining room with seating & tables
Smart TV
Bluetooth speakers
Individual charge ports Int’l Outlets and 2 x USB ports at each bunk
Bean Bag Chairs
Hammock
Yoga Mat

Dinner is served!

Included in all packages:

3 large, healthy delicious meals are served each day

A mix of Indonesian and Western cuisine served for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Vegetarians can be catered for given prior notice.

Includes:

* Daily meals
* Snacks, fruit Juices & soft drinks
* Unlimited Tea, Coffee and Water
* 2 beers pp / day included

Additional beers can be purchased in Padang before departure.

The a/c dining & living room

Saraina Crew

Saraina has been operating since 2003 when it was purpose built for surf charters in the Mentawais.  It was founded by Dedi, a Mentawai local and one of the regions longest standing surf guides going back to the early 90's and by Trent Woodleigh, an Aussie maritime vessel Master & Engineer and long time Indonesia Surfer.

Current owners Dave, Louis and Tiago split time between the Mentawais, Brasil and Australia.  With over 60 years combined Indonesia surfing experience they apply their passion for Surfing in the Mentawais and customer focused operations experience on top of systems put in place by Dedi, Trent and other staff members who are still active members of the Saraina team.

What’s included

- Pickup and return airport transfers in Padang (PDG) airport - including Airport to Hotel (if needed)
- Accommodation at night on board "Saraina" surf charter surfing in the Mentawai Islands (Telo on request)
- Single bed in an a/c cabin
- Star Link Wi-Fi on board (approx. AUD 80 / USD 50 pp)
- 3 large, healthy delicious meals served each day
- Snacks, fruit Juices & soft drinks each day
- Unlimited tea, coffee and water each day
- 2 complimentary beers per person / day
- Use of speedboat (6.5m in length, 40Hp outboard motor with sun canopy) can shuttle 5-6 guests 
- Speedboat shuttles to the surf from dawn til dusk, all day every day
- Use of Smart TV, video, bluetooth stereo
- Surf Guide
- Fishing & island excursions
- Use of all onboard equipment including tender / dingy, snorkelling & fishing gear
- All necessary zone permits

What’s not included

- Hotels in Padang (if needed)
- Photos and videos - on prior request
- Flights to and from Padang
- Visa Fees and Departure Tax
- Any additional cost resulting from late arrival or the need of early departure
- Tips for the crew
- Mentawai Surf Tax (IDR 1,000,000 pp / approx. AUD 100) - required for trips to the Mentawais

Vessel Type: Indo style motor cruiser
Length: 64 ft
Speed Cruising: 8-10 knots
Engine: Mitsubishi 360 HP turbo diesel
Generator: 2 x 25KVa Isuzu GenSets
Accommodation: 2 x guest cabins (air conditioned)
Bathrooms: 1 (1 toilet, 1 indoor shower, 1 outdoor shower)
Tender: 1 x 6.5m speedboat w canopy 40Hp

Navigation & Safety

Furuno Radar - Range 30 Miles
Garmin GPS (and Sounder)
Radios HF/SSB & VHF
Satellite Phone 
Cellular 4G Phone coverage in certain areas only
EPIRB
Certified Life raft for 15 people
Flares
Speedboat - aluminium (40hp)
Fire extinguishers (Dry Chemical x7)
First Aid Kit

Note: Satellite phone is available for emergency use only. If guests want to use it for any other reason, you will be charged. Please note, some areas have mobile signal. Furthermore, some surf resorts have internet access and occasionally it will be possible to use their facilities.

Trips aboard Saraina are typically to the Mentawai Islands although the occasional trip will head further north to the Telo Islands.

If you’re booking up with 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.



All regions offer a great range of waves, so it’s best to check out our destinations pages as well as the surf breaks listed there 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 & Telo pages.

* Surf Breaks - Mentawai (Playgrounds)
* Surf Breaks - Telo Islands

Guests need to fly into Padang Airport, West Sumatra 

Arrival into Padang by (ideally) 1pm.

The boat usually departs around 6pm. 

On return, departure flights are ideally from 1pm (or later) on the last day of the trip, but again there is flexibility with this, depending on the trip. So please let us know if you'd prefer an early departure out of Padang.

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, Citilink  & Lion Air.

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. 

On your arrival into Padang, a staff member will be waiting to take you to the harbor. If arriving early, you'll be taken somewhere to relax for the morning. Those arriving the day before will be taken to their hotel. All taxis in Padang are included. 

Depart harbor approx. 6pm, arrive Mentawai Islands early the next morning.

11 nights / 10 days surfing (standard trip)

Return back to Padang early morning.

A staff member 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. The 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 99% of the day surfing.

Before booking a trip aboard Saraina, 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.