Our Mentawais trips are available to both group and individual bookings. See each boat's Charter Dates & Pricing for details.
Bintang: 110ft Schooner w/optional speedboat |
| Flag |
Indonesian |
| Make |
Built by Classic Yachts, Freemantle Western Australia – 1988. Complete Refit: 2005 |
| Dimensions |
115ft - overall, 110 ft-deck line, 100 ft-waterline; Beam: 28 feet ; Draft: 10feet |
| Areas Surfed |
Mentawai Islands (Entire Chain) |
| Season |
March to November |
| Duration |
11 nights |
| Min. passengers to depart |
6 |
| Max. passengers |
12 |
| Skipper |
Daryl Robinson (Master 4 Marine Qualification as issued by AMSA) & Surf Guide |
| Accommodation |
1 quad + 2 triples w/ ensuite bathrooms + 1 double w/ext bathroom. |
| Engine |
8 cylinder Gardner 260 hp |
| Range/Fuel Capacity |
1000nm+/10,000 liters fuel capacity or 60 days at 8 knots. |
| Cruising Speed |
9-10 knots (w/new engine for 2011) |
| Generators |
110 -240v Power ; 1 Yanmar 3 ph. 20kw, 1 Dunlite 3 ph. 20kw, 1 Dunlite 1 ph. 5kw. |
| Navigation & Electronics |
SSB Radio, Autopilot, VHF Radio, Radar, Fixed GPS, Echo Sounder, Satellite Phone. |
| Safety |
EPIRB, Lifejackets for 18 persons, Life Raft for 18 persons, Fire-fighting equipment and extinguishers - procedures compliant with AMSA / USCG Standards |
| Advantages |
Size, Onboard Comfort, Privacy. Classic sailing yacht. Great Value. Speed on the breaks w/optional Speedboat capable of 35knots+. |
| Amenities |
Massive boat 110ft w/heaps of above and below deck space. 25 x 20ft saloon w/ state-of-the-art entertainment centre. |
| Tenders |
12ft Rubber duck w/25hp. Optional speedboat (see extras). |
| Beer |
Not included. $45 per case (24) |
| Extras |
30ft Cabin Cruiser Speedboat "Star" for $1000 fuel levy (2 x 200hp engines capable of 35knots+). Tips. |
| Surf Photography |
YES. $200 per person for Photo/Video CD. |
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Samudra Biru: 70ft Power Catamaran |
| Flag |
Indonesian |
| Make |
2001 Custom Built in Malaysia |
| Dimensions |
Length: 70ft; Beam: 22 ft; Draft: 3ft |
| Areas Surfed |
Mentawai Islands (Entire Chain) |
| Season |
March to November |
| Duration |
11 nights |
| Min. passengers to depart |
7 |
| Max. passengers |
10 |
| Skipper |
Experienced Indo Skipper "Ateng" (over 200 Mentawais trips and 15 years experience) w/ American Owner-operator Surf Guide onboard most trips: David Klein, Mike Corica, Rob Morris or Adam Kranz |
| Accommodation |
5 berths in each pontoon including 1 double and 4 singles. Bathroom with fresh, hot water shower. |
| Engine |
2 x 420 hp Cummins Turbo Diesel |
| Range/Fuel Capacity |
1000nm |
| Cruising Speed |
15 knots top speed, 10-12 knots cruising |
| Generators |
2 x 220v |
| Navigation & Electronics |
SSB Radio, VHF Radio, GPS, Radar. |
| Safety |
Full Category 1 Safety compliant: Liferafts, lifejackets, flares, lifebuoys, first aid kit. |
| Advantages |
Speed. Catamaran Stability w/3 ft draft for tight anchorages. Comfort. Luxury at a value. |
| Amenities |
Shaded forward area with sound system, new upgraded fishing gear, VHS, Sony big screen TV for DVD movie viewing and Playstation, Stereo for CD music and Ipod compatibility, Satellite TV, Watermaker (1500 ltrs/day), Shaded 330 square ft. aft deck includes; galley, BBQ, and dining area. Two fresh water showers on stern swim steps. Shaded surf racks for up to 30 boards. |
| Tenders |
2 tender boats (15ft w/30hp outboard for guests + 12ft w/15hp outboard for dedicated surf photography) |
| Beer |
5 beers/day/per person included |
| Extras |
Satellite phone calls. Tips. |
| Surf Photography |
YES. $150 per person for Photo CD. |
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MV Addiction: 80 ft Power Catamaran |
| Flag |
Australian (Indonesian flag pending) |
| Make |
1997 by Sabre Catamarans, Australia. Complete Refit 2006 |
| Dimensions |
Length: 80ft; Beam: 26 ft; Draft: 5.6ft |
| Areas Surfed |
Mentawai Islands (Entire Chain), North Sumatra (w/fuel surcharge to be quoted before departure) |
| Season |
March to November |
| Duration |
12 nights |
| Min. passengers to depart |
6 |
| Max. passengers |
10 |
| Skipper |
Eric Foraker (American), Engineer, 2 crewman, Chef + assistant. |
| Accommodation |
5 guest cabins w/1 double bed & 1 single bunk |
| Engine |
2 x MTU 8V M92 (Brand new for 2008). Power: 2 x 965 Hp (720 Kw) |
| Range/Fuel Capacity |
1000nm +. (4 x 2,500 liter fuel capacity). |
| Cruising Speed |
26 knots |
| Generators |
2 x 30 Kva |
| Navigation & Electronics |
GPS, Radar, Depth Sounder, Autopilot, VHF Radio, HF Radio, AM/FM/VHF Receiver, Satelitte Phone |
| Safety |
Addiction is a commercially constructed catamaran and has all of the safety features that go with it. Unlike most others we have no accommodation in the hulls of the boat. The hulls are set up as watertight bulkhead compartments that offer maximum protection in the unlikely event of hull breach. The engine rooms are fitted with air cut off switches and a CO2 fire suppression system. |
| Advantages |
Speed. Catamaran Stability. Draft of 5.6ft for tight anchorages. Comfort & Size (24 metres long, 8 metres across the beam approx 100 gross tons). Safety. |
| Amenities |
Large gourmet galley, dinner seating for 12, saloon/lounge area to die for. 2 large outdoor lounge and dining areas to just kick back and watch the surf or enjoy dinner as the sun goes down. Water maker (100liters/hour) |
| Tenders |
4.2 m (14ft) RIB with 60hp mariner engine and center console steering w/ power trim and oil injection |
| Beer |
Not included. Sold onboard. |
| Extras |
Alcoholic beverages sold onboard. Satellite phone calls. Tips. |
| Surf Photography |
YES. $150 per person for Photo & Video CD. |
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Tengirri: 46 ft Power Catamaran |
| Flag |
Indonesian |
| Make |
Custom Built in Australia (2004). Aluminium Alloy Construction. |
| Dimensions |
Length: 46ft; Beam: 16.5 ft; Depth: 5.2ft, Draft: 2.2ft |
| Areas Surfed |
Mentawais (entire chain) OR Telos Islands + North Mentawais (no extra charge) |
| Season |
March to November |
| Duration |
12 nights |
| Min. passengers to depart |
6 |
| Max. passengers |
8 |
| Skipper |
Jeff Davis (Queensland, Australia)- Master Seaman & Surf guide/Surf Photographer Phil Kiem (Australia) |
| Accommodation |
Comfortable sleeping arrangements for 8 guests plus crew in 6 separate cabins: 2 cabins with a double bed in each; 2 cabins with 2 single beds in each; and 2 cabins with 1 single bed in each. Everyone gets their own bed and if you only have 6 onboard everyone gets their own cabin!! |
| Engine |
Cummins C-430 8.3Litre 430Hp @ 2600 rpm |
| Range/Fuel Capacity |
3500 liters |
| Cruising Speed |
17 Knots (day); 10 Knots (night) |
| Generators |
Cummins 13.5kW 50Hz |
| Navigation & Electronics |
GPS Chart Plotter, Radar, Heading Sensor: FURUNO PG-500, Sounder, Autopilot, Compass, VHF Radio, HF Radio, AM/FM/VHF Receiver, THURAYA Satelitte Phone |
| Safety |
Liferaft: 2 x ZODIAC (6 Pax each); EPIRB: GME MT400; Lifebuoys: 2; Lifejackets: 12 |
| Advantages |
Speed. Catamaran Stability. Onboard comfort and toys. Luxury boat for small exclusive groups. |
| Amenities |
3 large outdoor deck areas (back-bottom deck, back-top deck, and front of the boat) fully covered from the sun, ideal platforms to chill out, take photos/video and/or take in the scenery. Spacious indoor saloon and seated dining area. Fully equipped and serviced bar. Flat screen TV, Stereo. Water maker. |
| Tenders |
Zodiac |
| Beer |
Not included. Sold onboard. |
| Extras |
Alcohol sold onboard. Tips. Phone calls can be made from the boat at a cost of $US4/minute (incoming calls are free). Email is also available. |
| Surf Photography |
Yes- Included. We have a high quality SLR digital camera, Canon EOS 20D with zoom lenses, to capture all those epic waves, trophy fish, smiles, and good times. Our guide will shoot the photos then you can watch the slideshow that night. We also have a High Definition digital video camera on board. At the end of the trip your photos and a short movie will be burnt onto DVD – the ultimate trip souvenir. |
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Santa Lusia: 65 ft Monohull |
| Flag |
Indonesian |
| Make |
Built in Padang (2001) by the most experienced local seafaring mechanic/boat builder with 45 years at Sea in this region. |
| Areas Surfed |
Mentawai Islands (Entire Chain), Telos Islands (upon advanced request). |
| Season |
March to November |
| Duration |
12 nights |
| Min. passengers to depart |
6 |
| Max. passengers |
10 |
| Skipper |
Expert Skipper and Surfguide. Ryan Born on BigIsland of Hawaii in 1975. Grew up on the ocean Surfing Fishing Diving and has been traveling to the Mentawais since 1996 and has been the surf guide on the Santa Lusia since 2009. Lifesaving credentials. |
| Accommodation |
Air-conditioned very spacious Dormitory style accommodation to sleep 10. |
| Engine |
2 Mitsubishi 622s with 280 Hp per Engine |
| Range/Fuel Capacity |
tba |
| Cruising Speed |
8.5 knots |
| Generators |
2 x Genset 25kva coupled with Mitsubishi colt Diesel,415 VAC 240VAC 24vdc |
| Navigation & Electronics |
Furuno 24Nm radar; Garmin G.P.S; S.S.B. Radio I-Com 700 S.S.B Padang Base station; V.H.F. Radio; Satellite Phone. |
| Safety |
Epirb 104Mhz SOLAS; 15 Man Life Raft SOLAS all Flares and Safety Equipment |
| Advantages |
Owned by Padang marine engineers ensuring she is always in top working order. Experienced western surf-guide. Santa Lusia has been a favorite for travelers to the Mentawais for the past 8 years due to the very comfortable living conditions, expert crew, fast speedboats and excellent value for money. High Comfort at Budget prices. |
| Amenities |
T.V, Video, stereo, Xbox (Byo Games). Fishing gear/Snorkelling gear |
| Tenders |
Boat 1: "Stacia" is a fiberglass speedboat with 140HP Toshiba outboard (capable of 32 knots)
Boat 2: Is a 4.75m long x 2.25m wide aluminium Tender with Yamaha 40hp outboard and centre console steering |
| Beer |
5 beers/day/per guest |
| Extras |
Satellite phone calls. Tips. |
| Surf Photography |
Yes. $100 per passenger for photo CD w/up to 900 photos. |
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