Mentawai Surf Camp — Siberut Island

Everything on the ground: private room, 3 meals a day, Starlink Wi-Fi in your room (good for video calls), speedboat surf sessions twice a day with a local guide, Padang–Siberut ferry tickets, Padang hotel-to-port transfers, pickup at the Maileppet dock, and the Rp 2,000,000 surf tax on stays of 8 days or more. Not included: surfboard rental, airport pickup (Rp 400,000 round trip), flights and insurance.

Compare the full cost, not the nightly rate. Ask each camp whether the surf boat, ferry tickets, pickups in Padang and at the dock, and the Rp 2,000,000 surf tax are included. The ferry and surf tax alone add roughly €130 to a room-and-meals rate. Pulau Asli Tour quotes one all-in price: €135 per day, 8 days (Tuesday to Tuesday) €1,080.

We recommend 8 days (Tuesday to Tuesday). The first and last days are mostly travel by fast ferry, so a 3-day stay gives you only 1 full day of surfing, while 8 days gives you about 6. The Mentawai surf tax is included from 8 days; on shorter stays you pay it yourself.

No. This surf camp has private rooms — your own clean, comfortable space in a local homestay. Air conditioning, mosquito nets, real beds. Not a resort, but better than camping by a long way.

Price and authenticity. €135 per day all-inclusive (8 days = €1,080): private room, expert guides, daily boat to 15+ reef breaks, all meals. Direct booking — no agency markup.

Other surfers from around the world. Backpackers, budget travelers, solo adventurers. Great for meeting people, sharing stories, and making friends.

Friendly, authentic-minded surfers. Private rooms give you personal space — shared meals, shared boats, shared stories create the community. Best mix of privacy and social energy.

Yes. This camp includes private rooms in a local homestay — your own air-conditioned space, mosquito net, real bed. Outside: a hammock per guest, lounge chairs. €135 per day all-inclusive (8 days = €1,080).

Yes. All skill levels welcome. Andrian Salis + Johan customize instruction. This camp is great for learning—supportive community, expert guides, low pressure.

Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays from Muaro Padang at 07:00. Crossing is 4–7 hours depending on the day, weather and sea conditions. Ferry tickets and Padang hotel ↔ port transfers are included in your package; airport pickup and drop-off is a bookable add-on for Rp 400,000 round-trip.

Yes. The camp has Starlink satellite internet, free and usable in your room, and the speed is good enough for video calls. Mobile signal: Telkomsel only — XL, Indosat, and Tri have zero coverage on Siberut Island. Get a Telkomsel SIM in Padang before boarding the ferry.

The camp is coastal — surf breaks are 5–30 minutes by speedboat. Johan picks lineups daily based on your skill and conditions. Beginner-friendly breaks available (Bengbeng, Good Times). Advanced breaks too (E-Bay, Bankvaults, Nipussi).

No. Water is 27–29°C year-round. Pack a rash guard for sun protection. Reef booties are optional but recommended for shallow breaks.

Yes! This camp is perfect for solo travelers. You get your own private room, meet other surfers at meals and on the boat, save money. Tell Andrian Salis you're solo when booking.

Yes. Stay any number of days: €135 per person per day — meals, guides, boat, accommodation all included. Days must be consecutive. 8 days (Tuesday to Tuesday) = €1,080 and includes the surf tax; shorter stays pay the Rp 2,000,000 surf tax separately. Message Andrian Salis to lock in dates.

It isn't the lowest nightly rate on the island, and it isn't meant to be. €135 per day (8 days = €1,080) covers everything on the ground: AC private room, free Starlink Wi-Fi, 3 meals, two speedboat sessions a day, ferry tickets, transfers and the surf tax on stays of 8 days or more. Many camps quote room and meals only, so ask each one what is extra. No agency markup, directly benefiting the local community.

A guesthouse surf camp means you stay in a local homestay-style guesthouse — private rooms, real beds, fans, mosquito nets, 3 meals with local hosts. No pool, no bar, no resort fees. You surf, you eat local food, you sleep well. Same 15+ world-class reef breaks as any premium option, at a fraction of the price.

Yes. Non-surfer companions are welcome at a reduced companion rate — they skip the daily boat sessions but enjoy all camp life: meals, island walks, snorkeling, fishing, cultural interactions. Message Andrian Salis for the companion rate when booking.

Surfers aged 12 and above with existing experience are welcome. Non-surfing parents can join as companions at a reduced rate — enjoying island life, meals, and snorkeling while the group surfs. For younger children, contact Andrian Salis directly to discuss suitability — the remote location and ocean conditions mean careful planning is needed. Small group only: max 8 guests total.

Teens 14+ with solid surfing experience are the sweet spot. Ages 12–13 are possible for capable surfers — discuss conditions with Andrian Salis first. Mentawai has offshore reef breaks and open ocean crossings: it rewards surfers who can handle themselves in the water. First-time surfers of any age are welcome; Johan will find beginner-friendly lineups for you.