Price
From pp
USD 2600
Charter Boat
Group Size: Min 7 guests, Max 10
Number of Cabins: 6 cabins: 2 × single cabins, 2 × double cabins & 2 x triple cabins
Length of Stay: 10 days surfing, 11 nights on board
Destination: Mentawai islands
Surfing Ability: Intermediate to advanced only
Budget: Medium
A/C: All interior & cabins
Photos: Price on request
Beers: 5 beers (free) per person per day
Tender: 15' inflatable with 30 HP engine & 12' inflatable with a 15 HP engine
Port: Padang, West Sumatra
Wild Cat (formally known as Samudra Biru or Nusantara) is a 70' power catamaran that was built in 2000. Without doubt one of the quicker boats operating in the Mentawai region (day time cruising of 10-12 knots) guests have comfortable sleeping quarters, a large open plan living saloon, 3 amazing chill out areas and air conditioning throughout.
Where many of the boats operating in the region offer just a handful of guest rooms, Wild Cat packs in an impressive 6 private sleeping cabins which means more privacy & a better nights sleep. Twin hull catamarans are also more stable at night (than single hulls) meaning you'll sleep better too! And like all the top tier boats in the Mentawai, she also boasts plenty of mod cons you'd expect including; TV, DVD player, a stand up paddle board, kayak, snorkeling gear, fishing gear, board repair, massage guns, foam roller, workout supplements, as well as a speedboat to shuttle you to the waves all day, every day. You can also expect three family style meals each day as well as unlimited extra servings upon requests by the boats private chef, so you'll never go hungry.
As good as all that sounds, what really separates this surf charter boat from the majority of regions single hull boats, is it's speed and safety. Although the vast majority of travel time is spent at night, day time cruising speeds is between 10-12 knots. That's pretty quick when you compare it to the 8 knot charter boat average for the region. And with all the safety specs you'd expect, you can always feel safe during your trip.
Operating primarily in the Mentawai Islands, she remains one of the more popular options for medium sized groups (8-10 guests) that are looking for a "higher end" surf experience at an affordable price tag.
Interior saloon (air conditioned)
- Two Air Conditioned Pontoons (cabins) with a total of 8 Single beds, and 2 Queen Beds.
- Fully air conditioned interior and guest cabins
- 2 bathrooms
- Front shaded deck
- Interior saloon/lounge with flat screen TV etc
- Dining room (indoor/outdoor) - next to surfboard rack
- Bar at the stern
Front deck
Exterior space includes a shaded front deck (above) as well as the boats lower back deck where there is a bar. Next to the board rack is the indoor/outdoor dining area (below). Expect several shaded hang out areas, as well as plenty of space and privacy. The front deck & dining area offers the best elevation and panoramic views of the surf and surrounding area, especially when you're moored up and relaxing in between surfs.
Indoor-outdoor dining area
For those looking to cool down or watch a movie, there is a fully air conditioned saloon/dining area. It's a great spot to escape the tropical heat or take shelter from a passing storm.
Wild Cat is a decent sized vessel and comfortably sleeps 10 guests (12 on request) within its 6 guest cabins (all with a/c). What's more is that there are views from every berth.
Double cabin (x 2) although typically expect only 1 guest per double cabin unless there is a couple on board who get first dibs!
Single cabin (x 2)Triple cabin (x 2)
Bar at the lower deck (stern) a perfect spot to enjoy lunch!
Breakfast is available upon request for each guest, offering everyone complete flexibility. Wild Cat understands that some guests choose to eat before surfing, whereas others prefer to eat after! Choose from a large variety of options including omelettes, eggs, toast, cereals, fresh fruit, nasi goreng & of course tea, coffee, juice and water.
Lunches and dinners are provided daily in large family style portions with a mix of western and Indonesian flavors.
Large fruit bowls are available during the day including mango, dragon fruit, melon, bananas etc. Additional snacks & meals are also available to anyone who eats more than 3 times a day. You will NEVER go hungry on Wild Cat!
Each guest also has 5 FREE beers per day.
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 & Vegans can be catered for given prior notice.
Includes:
Daily meals
Snacks, fruit Juices & soft drinks
Unlimited Tea, Coffee and Water
5 complimentary beers per person per day (more can be ordered prior to departure)Expect plenty of Western and Indonesian meals for each dinner
Your host, surf guide and resident owner is Jason Marcil, who resides in Padang but grew up in California. Jason will be your surf guide for each trip as well as the boats captain (Dodi) who has more experience than 99% of the Western Guides out in the Mentawai Islands. Dodi knows where all the secret spots are, what conditions they need & he's been running trips for 20 years.
Accompanying Jason, are the experienced crew of Rizal (mechanic), Dodi (captain) and Popeye (first mate). Popeye is a guest favourite as he drives guests out to the breaks each day, is always happy to show off his fishing skills & keeps the beers icy cold and well stocked!
15' centre console inflatable, with 30 HP engine
What’s included
* Mentawai Surf Tax (IDR 1,000,000 pp)
* Airport transfers to and from the boat in Padang
* 11 nights on board Wild Cat surf charter, 10 days surfing in the Mentawai or Telo islands
* Single bed in an a/c cabin
* 3 large, healthy delicious meals served each day - you'll never go hungry!
* Snacks, fruit Juices & soft drinks each day
* Unlimited tea, coffee and water each day
* Speedboat shuttles to the surf from dawn 'til dusk, all day every day
* Fishing & island excursions
* 5 complimentary beers per person per day
* Use of all amenities - TV, DVD, SUP, kayak, snorkeling gear, fishing gear, board repair, massage guns, foam roller, first aid kit
* Towels
* All necessary zone permits
What’s not included
* Flights to and from Padang
* Hotels if needed
* 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
* Photos & Video
Vessel Type: Power Catamaran
Length: 21 metres / 70 ft
Speed Cruising: 10-12 knots (day time)
Engine: 2 x 420 HP Cummins diesel engines
Accommodation: 6 x cabins: 2 × single cabins, 2 × double cabins & 2 x triple cabins
Bathrooms: 2
Tender (x 2): 15' inflatable with 30 HP engine & 12' inflatable with a 15 HP engine
Navigation
* VHF Marine Radio
* HF Radio
* Mobile phone signal in some areas
* Raymarine 64 mile radar and Navionics GPS
* Furuno GP 7000F GPS and sounder
Safety
* Certified 20 man Life Raft
* Flares
* AIS
* First Aid Kit
* Fire extinguisher
Note: Some areas of the region have mobile signal. Furthermore, some surf resorts have internet access and occasionally it will be possible to use their facilities.
Trip Information
When booking a boat trip aboard Wild Cat, 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).
For the tube hungry, we'd recommend sticking to the Mentawai islands that boasts the widest selection of world class waves. For a few more user-friendly options, we'd suggest North Mentawai to Telos (No fuel surcharge!).
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.
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 (ideally) 1pm, although its usually OK to arrive just about anytime during the day.
The boat usually departs around 6pm.
On return, departure flights are ideally from 1pm (onward) 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, Sriwijaya, Citilink & Lion Air.
We recommend www.nusatrip.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 ideally around 1 pm (although later arrivals are also possible)
The Wild Cat ground staff will be waiting to take you to the harbor.
The charter boat will depart Padang around 6pm, arriving Mentawai or Telo islands early the next morning.
11 nights / 10 days surfing
Return back to Padang early morning (approx. 6am), during the 11th night
One of the Wild Cat ground staff will take you to the airport or hotel of choice
Fly anytime after 12 pm (although earlier departures are also possible)
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 most of the day surfing.
Before booking a trip aboard Wild Cat, 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: Min 7 guests, Max 10
Number of Cabins: 6 cabins: 2 × single cabins, 2 × double cabins & 2 x triple cabins
Length of Stay: 10 days surfing, 11 nights on board
Destination: Mentawai islands
Surfing Ability: Intermediate to advanced only
Budget: Medium
A/C: All interior & cabins
Photos: Price on request
Beers: 5 beers (free) per person per day
Tender: 15' inflatable with 30 HP engine & 12' inflatable with a 15 HP engine
Port: Padang, West Sumatra
Wild Cat (formally known as Samudra Biru or Nusantara) is a 70' power catamaran that was built in 2000. Without doubt one of the quicker boats operating in the Mentawai region (day time cruising of 10-12 knots) guests have comfortable sleeping quarters, a large open plan living saloon, 3 amazing chill out areas and air conditioning throughout.
Where many of the boats operating in the region offer just a handful of guest rooms, Wild Cat packs in an impressive 6 private sleeping cabins which means more privacy & a better nights sleep. Twin hull catamarans are also more stable at night (than single hulls) meaning you'll sleep better too! And like all the top tier boats in the Mentawai, she also boasts plenty of mod cons you'd expect including; TV, DVD player, a stand up paddle board, kayak, snorkeling gear, fishing gear, board repair, massage guns, foam roller, workout supplements, as well as a speedboat to shuttle you to the waves all day, every day. You can also expect three family style meals each day as well as unlimited extra servings upon requests by the boats private chef, so you'll never go hungry.
As good as all that sounds, what really separates this surf charter boat from the majority of regions single hull boats, is it's speed and safety. Although the vast majority of travel time is spent at night, day time cruising speeds is between 10-12 knots. That's pretty quick when you compare it to the 8 knot charter boat average for the region. And with all the safety specs you'd expect, you can always feel safe during your trip.
Operating primarily in the Mentawai Islands, she remains one of the more popular options for medium sized groups (8-10 guests) that are looking for a "higher end" surf experience at an affordable price tag.
Interior saloon (air conditioned)
- Two Air Conditioned Pontoons (cabins) with a total of 8 Single beds, and 2 Queen Beds.
- Fully air conditioned interior and guest cabins
- 2 bathrooms
- Front shaded deck
- Interior saloon/lounge with flat screen TV etc
- Dining room (indoor/outdoor) - next to surfboard rack
- Bar at the stern
Front deck
Exterior space includes a shaded front deck (above) as well as the boats lower back deck where there is a bar. Next to the board rack is the indoor/outdoor dining area (below). Expect several shaded hang out areas, as well as plenty of space and privacy. The front deck & dining area offers the best elevation and panoramic views of the surf and surrounding area, especially when you're moored up and relaxing in between surfs.
Indoor-outdoor dining area
For those looking to cool down or watch a movie, there is a fully air conditioned saloon/dining area. It's a great spot to escape the tropical heat or take shelter from a passing storm.
Wild Cat is a decent sized vessel and comfortably sleeps 10 guests (12 on request) within its 6 guest cabins (all with a/c). What's more is that there are views from every berth.
Double cabin (x 2) although typically expect only 1 guest per double cabin unless there is a couple on board who get first dibs!
Single cabin (x 2)Triple cabin (x 2)
Bar at the lower deck (stern) a perfect spot to enjoy lunch!
Breakfast is available upon request for each guest, offering everyone complete flexibility. Wild Cat understands that some guests choose to eat before surfing, whereas others prefer to eat after! Choose from a large variety of options including omelettes, eggs, toast, cereals, fresh fruit, nasi goreng & of course tea, coffee, juice and water.
Lunches and dinners are provided daily in large family style portions with a mix of western and Indonesian flavors.
Large fruit bowls are available during the day including mango, dragon fruit, melon, bananas etc. Additional snacks & meals are also available to anyone who eats more than 3 times a day. You will NEVER go hungry on Wild Cat!
Each guest also has 5 FREE beers per day.
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 & Vegans can be catered for given prior notice.
Includes:
Daily meals
Snacks, fruit Juices & soft drinks
Unlimited Tea, Coffee and Water
5 complimentary beers per person per day (more can be ordered prior to departure)Expect plenty of Western and Indonesian meals for each dinner
Your host, surf guide and resident owner is Jason Marcil, who resides in Padang but grew up in California. Jason will be your surf guide for each trip as well as the boats captain (Dodi) who has more experience than 99% of the Western Guides out in the Mentawai Islands. Dodi knows where all the secret spots are, what conditions they need & he's been running trips for 20 years.
Accompanying Jason, are the experienced crew of Rizal (mechanic), Dodi (captain) and Popeye (first mate). Popeye is a guest favourite as he drives guests out to the breaks each day, is always happy to show off his fishing skills & keeps the beers icy cold and well stocked!
15' centre console inflatable, with 30 HP engine
What’s included
* Mentawai Surf Tax (IDR 1,000,000 pp)
* Airport transfers to and from the boat in Padang
* 11 nights on board Wild Cat surf charter, 10 days surfing in the Mentawai or Telo islands
* Single bed in an a/c cabin
* 3 large, healthy delicious meals served each day - you'll never go hungry!
* Snacks, fruit Juices & soft drinks each day
* Unlimited tea, coffee and water each day
* Speedboat shuttles to the surf from dawn 'til dusk, all day every day
* Fishing & island excursions
* 5 complimentary beers per person per day
* Use of all amenities - TV, DVD, SUP, kayak, snorkeling gear, fishing gear, board repair, massage guns, foam roller, first aid kit
* Towels
* All necessary zone permits
What’s not included
* Flights to and from Padang
* Hotels if needed
* 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
* Photos & Video
Vessel Type: Power Catamaran
Length: 21 metres / 70 ft
Speed Cruising: 10-12 knots (day time)
Engine: 2 x 420 HP Cummins diesel engines
Accommodation: 6 x cabins: 2 × single cabins, 2 × double cabins & 2 x triple cabins
Bathrooms: 2
Tender (x 2): 15' inflatable with 30 HP engine & 12' inflatable with a 15 HP engine
Navigation
* VHF Marine Radio
* HF Radio
* Mobile phone signal in some areas
* Raymarine 64 mile radar and Navionics GPS
* Furuno GP 7000F GPS and sounder
Safety
* Certified 20 man Life Raft
* Flares
* AIS
* First Aid Kit
* Fire extinguisher
Note: Some areas of the region have mobile signal. Furthermore, some surf resorts have internet access and occasionally it will be possible to use their facilities.
When booking a boat trip aboard Wild Cat, 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).
For the tube hungry, we'd recommend sticking to the Mentawai islands that boasts the widest selection of world class waves. For a few more user-friendly options, we'd suggest North Mentawai to Telos (No fuel surcharge!).
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.
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 (ideally) 1pm, although its usually OK to arrive just about anytime during the day.
The boat usually departs around 6pm.
On return, departure flights are ideally from 1pm (onward) 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, Sriwijaya, Citilink & Lion Air.
We recommend www.nusatrip.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 ideally around 1 pm (although later arrivals are also possible)
The Wild Cat ground staff will be waiting to take you to the harbor.
The charter boat will depart Padang around 6pm, arriving Mentawai or Telo islands early the next morning.
11 nights / 10 days surfing
Return back to Padang early morning (approx. 6am), during the 11th night
One of the Wild Cat ground staff will take you to the airport or hotel of choice
Fly anytime after 12 pm (although earlier departures are also possible)
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 most of the day surfing.
Before booking a trip aboard Wild Cat, 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
01 MAR 25 to 12 MAR 25
11
USD 2800
USD 1900
15 MAR 25 to 26 MAR 25
11
USD 2800
USD 1900
29 MAR 25 to 09 APR 25
11
USD 2800
USD 1900
12 APR 25 to 23 APR 25
11
USD 2800
26 APR 25 to 07 MAY 25
11
USD 2800
10 MAY 25 to 21 MAY 25
11
USD 2800
24 MAY 25 to 04 JUN 25
11
USD 2800
07 JUN 25 to 18 JUN 25
11
USD 2800
21 JUN 25 to 02 JUL 25
11
USD 2800
05 JUL 25 to 16 JUL 25
11
USD 2800
19 JUL 25 to 30 JUL 25
11
USD 2800
02 AUG 25 to 13 AUG 25
11
USD 2800
15 AUG 25 to 27 AUG 25
11
USD 2800
USD 2800
30 AUG 25 to 10 SEP 25
11
USD 2800
13 SEP 25 to 24 SEP 25
11
USD 2800
27 SEP 25 to 08 OCT 25
11
USD 2800
USD 2400
11 OCT 25 to 22 OCT 25
11
USD 2800
25 OCT 25 to 05 NOV 25
11
USD 2800
USD 1900
08 NOV 25 to 19 NOV 25
11
USD 2800
USD 1900
22 NOV 25 to 03 DEC 25
11
USD 2800
USD 1900
06 DEC 25 to 17 DEC 25
11
USD 2800
USD 1900
20 DEC 25 to 31 DEC 25
11
USD 2800
USD 1900
May - September (high season)
10 guests (private use) - USD 26,000 for the whole boat
Single spots: USD 2,600 per person
October- April (low season)
10 guests (private use) - USD 23,000 - USD 19,000 for the whole boat
Single spots: USD 2,300 - USD 1,900 per person
A 30% deposit is required to secure your booking (approx. USD 930 / AUD 1250 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.
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 Wild Cat Surf Charter & Surf Camp Sumatra's Terms & Conditions.
Both links can be found below;
Wild Cat Surf Charter: https://wildcatsurfcharters.com
Surf Camp Sumatra: http://www.surfcampsumatra.com/surf-camp-sumatra-terms.shtml
Davo
Just got back from a charter. We were luckyto score great waves at start of trip but had tricky wind and swell at back end. Captain Bong & Jason were great at putting us on the right waves and best conditions whilst also doing best to avoid other boats. They were happy to motor when conditions were tricky and Nick was eager to keep us all busy exploring, snorkelling, fishing, spearing, sharing his knowledge. The crew were all super friendly and did all they could for us. A great experience and thoroughly recommended.
Pat
It's a dream boat, I think I'm in love..... Superb crew, thank you Jason! Great waves, delicious food and a killer boat. And I slept like a champ. Thanks for a perfect trip. Pat