Price
From pp
USD 220
Resort Guide
Camp Size: 12 guests
Accommodation: 4 private A/C bungalows
Daily Meals: Included
Daily Transport: Daily boat rides included
Located in front of surf break: Yes, Lances left
Destination: Mentawai Islands
Surfing Ability: Intermediate to advanced
Budget: 4/5
Surf School: No
Surfboard Rental: No
Yoga: No
Ideal for: Anyone
Kingfisher Resort, the only accommodation in the bay - with Lances Left breaking on your doortsep
Kingfisher Resort is situated in a beautiful bay on the southern end of Sipora, overlooking Lances Left, one of the most consistent waves in the region. What sets it apart from other camps is that there are no other camps in the local vicinity – giving you unprecedented access to one of the Mentawai Islands most celebrated waves.
Guests are able to travel to the resort from Padang 4 days per week, making it one of the most accessible resorts in the Mentawais.
Surrounded by a number of other surf spots, the camp is only a 15 minute speed boat ride from the world famous Lances Right which is just around the corner. 
Endless walls of Lances Left
Kingfisher Resort can comfortably accommodate 12 guests within its 4 bungalows.
Each bungalow is constructed with beautiful local hardwood timber & includes its own large balcony as well as being 20 metres from the white sand beach that serves as the paddle out to the wave. All accommodation comes complete with A/C as well as hot/cold showers.
Bungalows
Bungalow 1 - double bed + single bed
Bungalow 2 - double bed + single bed
Bungalow 3 - four single beds
Bungalow 4 - four single beds (+ plunge pool)
Kingfisher Resort bungalows
Each includes:
- AC and fans
- Private bathroom with sink, toilet, mirror, shower, shampoo, soap and is completely tiled
- Hot/cold showers
- Bath Towels are given at the beginning of each trip
- Electrical outlets to plug all devices you may need (220 V). These are Indonesian plugs (same as European).
- I-pod docking station
- Mini fridge
- Kettle, tea and coffee
- All beds are provided with mosquito nets
- Each bungalow has maximum privacy thanks to the landscape and distance from each other
- Big spacious balcony with chairs & hammocks to enjoy the breathtaking views of the beach and Lances Left
- Fully furnished living room area inside the bungalow
- Sunset views
Private a/c bungalows
Private bathrooms in each bungalow
The camps impressive open air restaurant is the focal point of the resort. With views of Lances Left and the adjacent bay, it’s the perfect place to relax and reflect on the day’s activities. Breakfast, lunch & dinner are served at the restaurant with plenty of healthy and delicious meals on offer. Vegetarians can be catered for.
Included in the price:
- 3 large healthy delicious meals served daily
- Dessert/choc/fruit every night after dinner
- Unlimited Tea, Coffee and Water
- Late afternoon/sunset snacks
- Pool table
- Wi-Fi
Not included in the price:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Soft drinks
New for 2020 is Kingfisher Resorts brand new swimming pool. Perfect for cooling off in between sessions, or enjoying a cold sunset beer, the pool is adjacent to the restaurant and also overlooks Lances Left.
New for the 2018 season saw a considerable upgrade for Kingfisher's speedboat. Long gone are the days of getting soaked by sea chop and squalls. Guests have the luxury of traveling in style and comfort to all the breaks. This boat is used daily and isn't just for "special" trips. What you see, is what you get! The resort now also offers trips to both Macaronis (south) and even trips to Telescopes (north).
Included in the price:
- A/C accommodation
- Daily meals, free flow tea/coffee/water
- Direct access to Lances Left
- Daily Boat rides to the regions other waves
- Wi-Fi
- Pool table
- Swimming pool
- Snorkelling Gear & fishing excursions
- Scooters (for surf trips/exploration)
- Restaurant & Bar
- Flat screen TV, DVD, sound station
- Big couches, hammocks and chill out areas
- Separate bar snack & drinks menu
- Hammocks
Trip Information
Guests staying at Kingfisher Resort will have direct access to one of the Mentawai Islands best and most consistent waves, Lances Left. And as soon as you've unpacked your boards you're free to paddle out. 
Lances left
Being the only camp in the bay, Lances is the obvious focus but HT's & Bintang's are very close by as well as a number of other closely guarded secret spots.
Lances Left (above)
Bintang's, just a short 5 minute speedboat ride away
HT's is just a 15 minute speedboat ride away
This video gives you a pretty good incite into what you can expect during your stay:
Detailed information for all the surf breaks can be found in the destination's section of the site within the South Sipora, Mentawai pages.
South Sipora Surf Breaks
Guests need to fly into Padang Airport (PDG), West Sumatra
We recommend using www.skyscanner.net/ 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 the following countries: Australia, USA, Brazil, South Africa, New Zealand, Canada, Peru, Costa Rica, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Ireland, England, France, Switzerland, Sweden and Germany. To see the full list visit this link: http://www.topbali.com/indonesia-free-visa-entry/
Padang Airport to Kingfisher Resort
USD 175 per person, each way (based on minimum 2 guests)
Includes:
- Airport collection
- Taxi to Hotel & Taxi to Ferry
- Ferry Ticket (Padang to Tua Pejat, Sipora)
- Speedboat transfer from Tua Pejat (Mentawai port) – the camp
- Baggage & surfboards charges (porters)
NOT INCLUDED: Hotel in Padang; meals and personal expenses in Padang
Your transfers in detail
Padang Airport (PDG)
Upon arrival at Padang’s Minangkabau International Airport, you will be greeted by one of our staff members with pre-arranged transport and you'll be taken to your hotel. From this point we can help with any pre-departure needs, like accessing money, where to eat or simply explore this unique and colourful city for a genuine Indonesian experience.
Padang Hotel (extra cost)
Note: All guests will need to spend their first night and last night in Padang. That said, hotels are very affordable and even the best hotels are around $60 for 2 guests including breakfast. We suggest staying at either of the following hotels:
MERCURE HOTEL - www.mercurepadang.com/
5 star glory in Padang. Sunset views & swimming pool
HW HOTEL - http://www.hwhotelpadang.com/
HW Hotel is located in the heart of Padang City. Sunset views & swimming pool
Mentawai Fast Ferry
You'll be collected from your hotel and taken to the ferry port the next morning around 6.00am. The port is very close to where the hotels are found - it's just a short 5-10 minute taxi ride.
Mentawai Fast Ferry - departure times:
Padang – Tua Pejat: Monday, depart 06.30am
Padang – Tua Pejat: Wednesday, depart 06.30am
Padang – Tua Pejat: Friday, depart 07.00am
Padang – Tua Pejat: Sunday, depart 07.00am
Tua Pejat – Padang: Monday depart 14.00pm
Tua Pejat – Padang: Wednesday depart 14.00pm
Tua Pejat – Padang: Friday depart 14.00pm
Tua Pejat – Padang: Sunday depart 14.00pm
The Ferry crossing time takes around 3 to 4 hours. Guests will arrive in Tua Pejat (Mentawai Port) around 10.00am, where our staff will be waiting to transfer all the baggage to the speedboat and take the guests to Kingfisher Resort, arriving around 11.30am. Crossing times are subject to weather conditions and delays can happen.
On return, guests will depart the resort around lunchtime (with the speedboat) to take the Ferry at 2pm. The arrival time in Padang will be approx 6pm. Our staff member will transfer you to your hotel as well as the airport the next morning. (Hotel and meals in Padang are not included.)
Speed Boat - from Padang to the resort directly
A private speedboat is available (as an alternative to the fast ferry) - for crossing for groups of up to 12 surfers, starting from around USD 1,550 (tbc). The boat will head straight to Kingfisher Resort and the crossing time usually takes 3 to 5 hours. This is always done in the morning; however the crossing can be postponed due to weather conditions.
"Rubber time"
Indonesian transport is renowned for being erratic, with this in mind delays and re-scheduling are an everyday reality concerning public transportation. We will do our best to get you where you need to be asap, but take no responsibility for delays or cancellations due to external circumstances.
Before booking a trip to Kingfisher Resort, 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 are unsure what's better a surf charter boat or surf camp, then check out our blog below.
PRICES
Private Bungalow for 2-3 guests
01 JAN 25 to 31 DEC 25
Price per person per night: USD 220
Group booking of 10-12 guests (whole resort)
01 JAN 25 to 31 DEC 25
Price per person per night: USD 154
Padang Airport to Kingfisher Resort (return trip)
01 JAN 25 to 31 DEC 25
Price per person per night: USD 300
A 30% deposit 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 payment is due 60 days prior to departure and is 100% non-refundable.
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).
Photos
Location Map
Camp Size: 12 guests
Accommodation: 4 private A/C bungalows
Daily Meals: Included
Daily Transport: Daily boat rides included
Located in front of surf break: Yes, Lances left
Destination: Mentawai Islands
Surfing Ability: Intermediate to advanced
Budget: 4/5
Surf School: No
Surfboard Rental: No
Yoga: No
Ideal for: Anyone
Kingfisher Resort, the only accommodation in the bay - with Lances Left breaking on your doortsep
Kingfisher Resort is situated in a beautiful bay on the southern end of Sipora, overlooking Lances Left, one of the most consistent waves in the region. What sets it apart from other camps is that there are no other camps in the local vicinity – giving you unprecedented access to one of the Mentawai Islands most celebrated waves.
Guests are able to travel to the resort from Padang 4 days per week, making it one of the most accessible resorts in the Mentawais.
Surrounded by a number of other surf spots, the camp is only a 15 minute speed boat ride from the world famous Lances Right which is just around the corner. Endless walls of Lances Left
Kingfisher Resort can comfortably accommodate 12 guests within its 4 bungalows.
Each bungalow is constructed with beautiful local hardwood timber & includes its own large balcony as well as being 20 metres from the white sand beach that serves as the paddle out to the wave. All accommodation comes complete with A/C as well as hot/cold showers.
Bungalows
Bungalow 1 - double bed + single bed
Bungalow 2 - double bed + single bed
Bungalow 3 - four single beds
Bungalow 4 - four single beds (+ plunge pool)
Kingfisher Resort bungalows
Each includes:
- AC and fans
- Private bathroom with sink, toilet, mirror, shower, shampoo, soap and is completely tiled
- Hot/cold showers
- Bath Towels are given at the beginning of each trip
- Electrical outlets to plug all devices you may need (220 V). These are Indonesian plugs (same as European).
- I-pod docking station
- Mini fridge
- Kettle, tea and coffee
- All beds are provided with mosquito nets
- Each bungalow has maximum privacy thanks to the landscape and distance from each other
- Big spacious balcony with chairs & hammocks to enjoy the breathtaking views of the beach and Lances Left
- Fully furnished living room area inside the bungalow
- Sunset views
Private a/c bungalowsPrivate bathrooms in each bungalow
The camps impressive open air restaurant is the focal point of the resort. With views of Lances Left and the adjacent bay, it’s the perfect place to relax and reflect on the day’s activities. Breakfast, lunch & dinner are served at the restaurant with plenty of healthy and delicious meals on offer. Vegetarians can be catered for.
Included in the price:
- 3 large healthy delicious meals served daily
- Dessert/choc/fruit every night after dinner
- Unlimited Tea, Coffee and Water
- Late afternoon/sunset snacks
- Pool table
- Wi-Fi
Not included in the price:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Soft drinks
New for 2020 is Kingfisher Resorts brand new swimming pool. Perfect for cooling off in between sessions, or enjoying a cold sunset beer, the pool is adjacent to the restaurant and also overlooks Lances Left.
New for the 2018 season saw a considerable upgrade for Kingfisher's speedboat. Long gone are the days of getting soaked by sea chop and squalls. Guests have the luxury of traveling in style and comfort to all the breaks. This boat is used daily and isn't just for "special" trips. What you see, is what you get! The resort now also offers trips to both Macaronis (south) and even trips to Telescopes (north).
Included in the price:
- A/C accommodation
- Daily meals, free flow tea/coffee/water
- Direct access to Lances Left
- Daily Boat rides to the regions other waves
- Wi-Fi
- Pool table
- Swimming pool
- Snorkelling Gear & fishing excursions
- Scooters (for surf trips/exploration)
- Restaurant & Bar
- Flat screen TV, DVD, sound station
- Big couches, hammocks and chill out areas
- Separate bar snack & drinks menu
- Hammocks
Guests staying at Kingfisher Resort will have direct access to one of the Mentawai Islands best and most consistent waves, Lances Left. And as soon as you've unpacked your boards you're free to paddle out.
Lances left
Being the only camp in the bay, Lances is the obvious focus but HT's & Bintang's are very close by as well as a number of other closely guarded secret spots.
Lances Left (above)
Bintang's, just a short 5 minute speedboat ride away
HT's is just a 15 minute speedboat ride away
This video gives you a pretty good incite into what you can expect during your stay:
Detailed information for all the surf breaks can be found in the destination's section of the site within the South Sipora, Mentawai pages.
South Sipora Surf Breaks
Guests need to fly into Padang Airport (PDG), West Sumatra
We recommend using www.skyscanner.net/ 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 the following countries: Australia, USA, Brazil, South Africa, New Zealand, Canada, Peru, Costa Rica, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Ireland, England, France, Switzerland, Sweden and Germany. To see the full list visit this link: http://www.topbali.com/indonesia-free-visa-entry/
Padang Airport to Kingfisher Resort
USD 175 per person, each way (based on minimum 2 guests)
Includes:
- Airport collection
- Taxi to Hotel & Taxi to Ferry
- Ferry Ticket (Padang to Tua Pejat, Sipora)
- Speedboat transfer from Tua Pejat (Mentawai port) – the camp
- Baggage & surfboards charges (porters)
NOT INCLUDED: Hotel in Padang; meals and personal expenses in Padang
Your transfers in detail
Padang Airport (PDG)
Upon arrival at Padang’s Minangkabau International Airport, you will be greeted by one of our staff members with pre-arranged transport and you'll be taken to your hotel. From this point we can help with any pre-departure needs, like accessing money, where to eat or simply explore this unique and colourful city for a genuine Indonesian experience.
Padang Hotel (extra cost)
Note: All guests will need to spend their first night and last night in Padang. That said, hotels are very affordable and even the best hotels are around $60 for 2 guests including breakfast. We suggest staying at either of the following hotels:
MERCURE HOTEL - www.mercurepadang.com/
5 star glory in Padang. Sunset views & swimming pool
HW HOTEL - http://www.hwhotelpadang.com/
HW Hotel is located in the heart of Padang City. Sunset views & swimming pool
Mentawai Fast Ferry
You'll be collected from your hotel and taken to the ferry port the next morning around 6.00am. The port is very close to where the hotels are found - it's just a short 5-10 minute taxi ride.
Mentawai Fast Ferry - departure times:
Padang – Tua Pejat: Monday, depart 06.30am
Padang – Tua Pejat: Wednesday, depart 06.30am
Padang – Tua Pejat: Friday, depart 07.00am
Padang – Tua Pejat: Sunday, depart 07.00am
Tua Pejat – Padang: Monday depart 14.00pm
Tua Pejat – Padang: Wednesday depart 14.00pm
Tua Pejat – Padang: Friday depart 14.00pm
Tua Pejat – Padang: Sunday depart 14.00pm
The Ferry crossing time takes around 3 to 4 hours. Guests will arrive in Tua Pejat (Mentawai Port) around 10.00am, where our staff will be waiting to transfer all the baggage to the speedboat and take the guests to Kingfisher Resort, arriving around 11.30am. Crossing times are subject to weather conditions and delays can happen.
On return, guests will depart the resort around lunchtime (with the speedboat) to take the Ferry at 2pm. The arrival time in Padang will be approx 6pm. Our staff member will transfer you to your hotel as well as the airport the next morning. (Hotel and meals in Padang are not included.)
Speed Boat - from Padang to the resort directly
A private speedboat is available (as an alternative to the fast ferry) - for crossing for groups of up to 12 surfers, starting from around USD 1,550 (tbc). The boat will head straight to Kingfisher Resort and the crossing time usually takes 3 to 5 hours. This is always done in the morning; however the crossing can be postponed due to weather conditions.
"Rubber time"
Indonesian transport is renowned for being erratic, with this in mind delays and re-scheduling are an everyday reality concerning public transportation. We will do our best to get you where you need to be asap, but take no responsibility for delays or cancellations due to external circumstances.
Before booking a trip to Kingfisher Resort, 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 are unsure what's better a surf charter boat or surf camp, then check out our blog below.
All guests
Dates
Person/Night
Group booking of 10-12 guests (whole resort)
01 JAN 25 to 31 DEC 25
USD 154
Private Bungalow for 2-3 guests
01 JAN 25 to 31 DEC 25
USD 220
Transfers
Dates
Total
Padang Airport to Kingfisher Resort (return trip)
01 JAN 25 to 31 DEC 25
USD 300
By Bob Arrowsmith
A perfect left, in a perfect bay - what else would you ask for!? The camp is super chilled out and was very comfortable. We had numerous sessions alone with just the Kingfisher guests. Well worth the money and we'll be coming back!
By Jono Verity
Dave was fantastic in booking our trip and everything promised was certainly delivered. The camp was very comfortable and overlooked the line-up, just as pictured in the website. Lots of tasty food always served with a smile. Scored great waves every day. We'll be back.
By Rick Williams
Thanks to Surf Camp Sumatra for organising a killer trip. As with any Mentawai adventure, it's a bit of a slog to get there but it's well worth it. We were lucky enough to score great waves every day. Occasionally there were charter boats about, but we were so much more onto it than those guys. It felt like our wave. If you like left handers then Lances is for you. The camp was super chilled, lovely bungalows. Food was plentiful and super tasty. Service was great. I like to venture to new locations but I'm thinking I'll be heading back sooner than later.
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