Seriti Surf Charter

Group Size: Max 12 (14 on request)
Number of Cabins: 2 large a/c cabins
Length of Stay: 10 days surfing / 11 nights on board (flexible on request)
Destination: Banyak Islands (only)
Surfing Ability: Intermediate to advanced only
Budget: Medium
A/C: Cabins and all common rooms
Photos: On request
Beers: USD 40 for 24 beers
Tender: 6m power cat (200hp), a 4m centre console (40hp) and a rubber ducky (15hp)
Port: Sibolga, North Sumatra

“Seriti” is the proud home to the most experienced crew in the Banyak Islands, operating in the region since 2000. A large and spacious 25m aluminium vessel that was originally built in the USA but has since been customised for surf charter trips. Sleeping 12 passengers (in 2 large air conditioned bedrooms), guests have a common area inside (a/c) as well as at the rear of the boat where there is a huge shaded deck area as well as an additional top deck (also shaded) to sit back and watch your mates get slotted in between surfs.

Each trip requires a minimum of 7 guests and we're always happy to book in single guests and small groups to fill the remaining spaces. 

The extremely experienced crew will provide you with the best possible knowledge to the Banyak Islands. Over half of the bookings on the Seriti are return customers, a clear sign of customer satisfaction.

There are 12 beds comprising 2 doubles and 10 king singles each with power socket and reading light. Comfortable inner-sprung mattresses throughout with two air-conditioned cabins and a separate quarters for up to 6 crew. Spacious and comfortable, it features an air conditioned saloon with two large sofas, tables and TV/video/music entertainment area.

At the rear of the boat is a huge deck area hard covered where you can watch the action in the water, or head up to the top deck for a 360-degree view of the beautiful Banyak's which also has a great sound system. Hammock options also available.

* 12 passengers (2 queen and 10 king singles) in 2 air-conditioned cabins
* Showers and Toilets
* Inside Lounge & dining area (A/C) with Flat Screen TV / Video CD Player/DVD Player

Daily meals and snacks are included in all packages aboard Seriti. The menu is always varied, plentiful and of course tasty, with a range of Western and Indonesian style dishes served each day. 

Included in each package:

* 3 large, healthy delicious meals are served each day
* A mix of Indonesian & Western cuisine served for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Vegetarians can be catered for.
* Snacks, fruit Juices & soft drinks
* Unlimited Tea, Coffee and Water

- USD 40 for 24 beers
- Vegetarians can be catered for on prior request

Trip inclusions:

* Airport transfers to/from Sibolga Airport to the charter boat and back
* 11 nights on board the Seriti surf charter
* 10 days surfing in the Banyak Islands
* Single bed in an a/c sleeping cabin
* 3 large, healthy delicious meals served each day
* Plenty of snacks, fruit Juices & soft drinks each day
* Tea, coffee and drinking water each day
* Speedboat shuttles to the surf from dawn til dusk, all day every day
* Use of fishing & snorkelling equipment
* Fishing & island excursions
* All necessary zone permits

What’s not included

* Flights
* Hotels
* Visa Fees and Departure Tax
* Any additional cost resulting from late arrival or the need of early departure
* Use of satellite phone
* Tips for the crew (not compulsory but appreciated)
* Photos – price TBC
* Alcohol

Length Overall (LOA): 25m, width 6.5 m
Construction: Aluminium boat, built in USA
Marine Engine:  3 x 525hp Detroit V12 Turbo Intercooled engines
Style: Aluminium Motor boat (Indonesian Flag)
Cruise speed: 8-10 knots
Electrical points: 220v power

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.

Radar
EPIRB - Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon
Radios – HF/SSB, VHF Radios
Life Jackets
Life raft for 20 People
First Aid Kit (with staff on board trained to use it)
Satellite Phone Available

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.

The experienced crew of Seriti include:

Indonesian Captain 
Western Surf Guide 
Indonesian Chef, deck hands & kitchen staff

Languages spoken: English & Indonesian

The “many” islands, lie off the west coast of Northern Sumatra, nestled between the island of Nias to the south and south east of Simeulue, to the North. These sparsely inhabited islands are home to world class waves including “Treasure Island” as well as a wave dense cluster of breaks, found in the “Bay of Plenty”. And in similar fashion to its neighbouring archipelagos, perfect waves break on its shores with extreme frequency. Located just above the equator, winds are generally light year round.  

The best time of year to surf “The Banyaks” is during the dry season, which can be anytime from April to October, when the Indian Ocean produces its most consistent groundswells. That said, "off season" trips (November-March) are becoming more popular with the promise of completely empty line-ups.

Detailed information for all the surf breaks can be found in the Banyak Islands destination's section of the site: 

* Surf Breaks - Banyak Islands

Guests need to fly into Sibolga Airport (FLZ), North Sumatra 

Guests will then be taken by taxi to the port. The taxi & meet and greet is included in your package.

The boat departs at 6-7pm. 

Flights 

We recommend using www.skyscanner.net and flying into either Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - or Jakarta, Indonesia (recommended). From either of these destinations, you'll then need to take a further flight to Medan.

From Medan you will need to take a short flight to Sibolga (FLZ). There is usually just one flight each day (each way) from Medan with Wings Air. This can be booked on www.traveloka.com

We advise guests to spend the first and last night of the trip in Medan (Horizon Hotel). This is because it can be common for boardbags to get left behind due to space limitations onboard the flight. This way, boards can be transported across land (10 hrs) from Medan to Sibolga, safely to the boat (& back to Medan again!).

Note: Domestic and international flights can also be booked via Boraspati Travel email [email protected]

In all cases, please run your itinerary by us before you book just to make sure!

COMMUNICATION:

There is no cellphone coverage in most places in the Banyaks. In case of emergency, the Satellite phone number for the Seriti is +870776140216 – if anyone at home needs to reach you urgently they can also send a brief message via email: [email protected] (Less than 120 characters).

If you need to get a local SIM card, the Telkomsel network has intermittent coverage at Bay of Plenty, you can also use your phone’s roaming when the Seriti is in that area.

Depart harbour 6-7pm from Sibolga, arrive Banyak Islands early the next morning.

10 days surfing / 11 nights on board

Return back to Sibolga early morning.

One of the ground staff will take you to the airport in Sibolga where you fly back to Medan.

Guests  Are advised to spend the night in Medan (fly out the next morning).

Note: The trip has no fixed route as the surf conditions can change day to day. The 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 the vast majority 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 Seriti, 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.