Welcome to SumtranSurfariis.com, website to one of the longest running and most successful independent surf tour operators for the islands of Western and Northern Sumatra. Since 1997, we’ve continually brought surfers from around the world the adventures of their lives, and this has been done almost entirely without the use of outside booking agents. This allows us to have maximum control over the trips we deliver and the promises we make, as well as pass on savings normally spent on these agents to our guests. We are confident that pound-for-pound we deliver the best surf trips on the planet for the best price, and we hope you’ll come join us.

We are the sole operators of three charter boats: Southern Cross, Budyadahri, and Mahogany, as well as partners in Jiwa. Our boats are built in a traditional Indonesian style, which adds to the authenticity of your adventure. They also large, roomy, and well equipped with all the modern amenities. You'll be very comfortable and very well taken care of by our crew. The crews on these boats have many years experience running trips in these waters, and know how to put together a top charter for your group.

So, why Sumatran Surfariis instead of other fancy power boats marketed on websites and magazines around the world? Above all, it’s our experience. You can’t buy experience with a flat screen TV, imported ice cream, or the often false promotion of a 20 knot boat. Experience is over a decade of surfing and checking the waves more than others, knowing what happens on neap tides as compared to springs at certain waves, knowing where the majority of boats will head when a certain forecast comes out and heading to somewhere else without others. Experience is understanding that even though the forecast says one wind, the clouds and the sky are saying another, and it’s going the extra mile to be at the right place at the crack of dawn. And experience is knowing that most people would prefer to surf alone at a lesser known wave, than compete with 25 others at a magazine wave. After hundreds of charters, we obviously have our ideas about what makes the best trips, but we still ask for your feedback throughout the trips and come to group decisions about the best places to surf every day.

Our boats travel to two main areas: the Mentawais and Northern Sumatra. Feel free to check out our Trips page to find out a little bit more about what separates these two very different yet equally amazing areas. The page also provides a good example of what a trip might look like from start to finish. We have also recently begun exploration to areas of Southern Sumatra as well, and though we don’t want to divulge and information at this time, suffice it to say there’s more out there. There are still many secrets to be found, and we never rest on our laurels as we continually push the boundaries of exploration. Many of our trips are booked over a year in advance, so be sure to check our latest dates and prices to make sure you get the perfect slot for your dream trip.

 

 

In April of 2006, we also expanded our services by opening the Aloita Resort and Spa. Situated on beautiful island just north of Tua Pajet, near Telescopes, Aloita is far more than your standard surf camp, and offers several options not available in any resort in Sumatra. The resort is ideally suited for couples, as each roomy air-conditioned bungalow provides your own private access to your own mile of private beach. The Aloita Dive Center has a full range of well-maintained, top quality dive gear, and you actually have the opportunity to get certified if you stay long enough. Or, if you just want to relax, you can always take in our spa treatments or just relax with a cool drink at our waterside A Bar. But, of course, surfing is always our core business, and Aloita is well equipped to cover you there. In addition roughly a dozen waves in the immediate area, we've got access as far North as the Playground area and as far South as the Lance's area, a zone that covers about 70% of the overall waves in these islands. Aloita stands out with its quality, luxury, and variety of its amenities, yet it's by far the best value of any resort in the Mentawais.

We all love Sumatra and this is our home. We aren’t new guides just out to exploit this area to make a buck – we are all SURFERS with an extensive background in creating the most amazing trips to these areas while being respectful to everyone we come across. Aki and Scuzz have almost 30 years experience in these Sumatran islands between them, and they have thoroughly trained all our crew. Yu, Bevo, Kwab, and Eugene are all mutli-year veterans by now as well. They have been tought all our secrets and most importantly how to deliver a great trip. Also, all of our guides have been trained by a full accredited trauma surgeon, so they know how to take care of you if you’re having too much “fun”. Each of our charters has a world class photographer/videographer who will document your dream trip for a very reasonable price. Josh is a professional photographer who travels the world on assignment, except when he takes boat trips off to be with us and create amazing photo and video packages for our guests. Davi and Chris are getting rave reviews on SC and Jiwa as well, and they will make sure you go home with something special. And then of course setting it all up is Slayer, who has been traveling with us since 2000 and doing our bookings since 2002. He virtually never leaves his computer, and can answer any and every question related to a trip in this area you could imagine.

This is THE family of the Sumatran surf community. We are proud to say that we employ an entirely local Indonesian crew of 30+ who will do anything and everything to make sure your trip runs smoothly. Most of our staff lives in Padang year round, so we are here to oversee everything, to strengthen our business relationships, manage our contacts and inventory, and do everything necessary to constantly improve your surf trip. We also care deeply about the local culture, and we are constantly looking for ways to give back to the community that has unselfishly given us so much. We were the first charter company to provide relief to the locals after the devastating quakes and tsunamis (you can read the archives about all of our efforts starting here), and we have “adopted” the island of Bawa, where our new sustainable fruit and veggie garden is flourishing.

Sumatran Surfariis has lived and grown by word of mouth, and it’s only by delivering excellent trips that we will continue to succeed in the future. Please feel free to read what some of our past customers have said about us on our Testimonials page. Also be sure to check out some of the photos from past trips, as well as our newsletter to get a better idea of what we’re all about. We hope to share this wonderful experience with you. Please feel free to contact us for any information.

Seize the day - you won't regret it. Terima kasih!!

 

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