Mentawai Surf Camp

Mentawai Surf Camp – Comfort and Easy Access to the Best Waves of the Playgrounds

Located in the heart of the Playgrounds, this private beachfront surf camp is without a doubt one of the best options to stay in the region if surfing is your main priority. It combines fast boat access, smart logistics, and real comfort, allowing surfers to maximize time in the water while still returning to a calm, well-run base at the end of each day.

One of the key reasons this works so well is the camp’s own fleet of purpose-built fiberglass speedboats, designed, maintained, and operated in-house. This gives the team the flexibility to move quickly between waves, adapt to tides, swell and wind changes, and avoid rigid schedules — a major advantage in a wave-dense area like the Playgrounds.

Here, the focus is clear. Surf when conditions are right, move efficiently between breaks, eat well, rest properly, and do it all again the next day. No unnecessary complications, no wasted time. Just a clean, efficient Mentawai surf experience done properly.

Location & Getting There

Mentawai Surf Camp is located in the Playgrounds area of the Mentawai Islands, one of the most wave-rich surf zones in Indonesia. Set inside a protected bay, the camp offers quick and reliable boat access to nearby breaks.

From this base, more than 25 surf breaks within a 10 km radius can be accessed, allowing daily decisions based on swell, tide, wind, and crowd — not fixed schedules.

Getting There

• Fly to Padang (PDG)

• Airport pickup included

• Private speedboat directly to camp

• Boat travel time: ~3.5 hours or less

• Same-day arrival when landing in Padang before 3:00 pm

This direct transfer system saves time, reduces travel fatigue, and allows guests to arrive at the camp the same day they land in Padang

Nearby Surf Spots – The Core Waves of the Playgrounds

Below are seven of the most iconic and reliable waves in the Playgrounds, regularly surfed depending on conditions.

• Rifles
A world-class right-hand reef with long, fast walls and barrel sections when it’s on. It’s an inconsistent wave that needs a specific swell and wind setup, with higher chances earlier in the season, especially April–May.

• Bank Vaults
A short, heavy right-hand reef producing fast, hollow barrels over shallow reef.

• E-Bay (Emerald Bay)
A famous left-hand reef known for long, wrapping barrels when conditions align.

• Pitstops
One of the more versatile waves in the area, offering a user-friendly right that works across a wide range of conditions.

• Burgerworld
An exposed right-hand reef with playful, rippable walls. A solid option for scoring quality sessions without the intensity of heavier reefs.

• Hideaways
A quality left-hand reef with clean sections and occasional barrels.

• No Kandui
A fast, hollow left-hand reef known for heavy, freight-train barrels over shallow reef. .

Other nearby options

Depending on conditions, the area also offers waves such as Beng Bengs, Good Times, Four Bobs, Dogs Reef and Pistols, plus several lesser-known reefs that get checked when winds or swell angles shift.

Thanks to flexible boat logistics, surf sessions are chosen based on what’s working best that day, helping avoid peak crowds and maximize quality waves.

Accommodation

Mentawai Surf Camp offers beachfront accommodation designed specifically for surf travelers, combining comfort, privacy, and practicality after long days on the reef. All rooms are air-conditioned and supported by 24/7 electricity, filtered water, fast internet, and easy access to the dock and boats.

Accommodation is offered through all-inclusive surf packages, with both private and shared options available.

1. Private Ensuite Rooms

Private ensuite rooms are ideal for surfers who want privacy and quiet between surf sessions. These rooms are beachfront and include air conditioning, fan, private bathroom with shower, charging ports, night lamps, and reliable electricity.

Prices per person (AUD):

• 7 nights: AUD 4,915

• 10 nights: AUD 7,267

• 11 nights: AUD 7,723

This option is best suited for solo travelers, couples, or surfers who prefer a private space to fully recover between sessions.

2. Shared Rooms (Twin, Triple or Quad)

Shared rooms are available for individual travelers or groups willing to share. These rooms offer the same level of comfort as private rooms, including air conditioning, beachfront location, electricity, and access to all camp facilities.

Prices per person (AUD):

• 7 nights: AUD 3,515

• 10 nights: AUD 5,021

• 11 nights: AUD 5,523

Shared rooms are a good option for friends traveling together or solo surfers looking for a lower-cost all-inclusive Mentawai experience.

3. Group Packages (7–14 Surfers)

Group packages are designed for crews traveling together, surf clubs, or organized trips.

• For every 6 paying guests, the 7th guest stays free

• The discount applies to accommodation and meals

• Transfers remain AUD 400 per person

4. Ace Package – 14 Nights (Premium Option)

The Ace Package is a fully all-inclusive extended stay, designed for intermediate to advanced surfers looking for maximum flexibility and time in the water.

Price:

• AUD 8,909 per person

Includes:

• Private room with ensuite bathroom

• 14-night stay

• Dedicated fast boats and surf guides

• Videographer and surf guide

• All meals, snacks, and drinks

• Fast unlimited internet

• Full Padang ⇄ Camp speedboat transfers

This package is ideal for surfers looking for a longer, more immersive Mentawai experience with priority access to surf zones and logistics.

Important Notes

• Stays of less than 7 nights are charged as 7 nights

• For stays of 7 nights or more, all Padang ⇄ Camp transfers are included

• All accommodation options are part of the all-inclusive surf packages, covering meals, daily boat surfing, guiding, and logistics

Facilities & Services

Mentawai Surf Camp runs as a fully all-inclusive surf operation, with everything designed to support efficient daily surfing and recovery.

Surf & Boats
Daily guided surf sessions by speedboat, using a large in-house fleet of fiberglass boats. Groups are split by level, with flexible daily planning based on swell, tide, wind and crowd conditions. Backup boats, engines and fuel ensure reliability.

Food
Three chef-prepared meals per day by Lora Riska (Le Cordon Bleu graduate), including breakfast with egg station, fruits and juices, plus lunch and dinner. Snacks, hydration drinks and afternoon beers are included.

Media & Progression
Professional videographer and photographer, in-water shots, and 4K surf video analysis, reviewed on the rooftop lounge with a 70-inch 4K TV.

Comfort & Connectivity
Beachfront common areas, rooftop bar, Starlink high-speed internet, filtered drinking water, and 24/7 electricity powered by solar systems.

Activities & Safety
Free diving, spearfishing, yoga, karaoke nights, beach excursions, evacuation boat with satellite internet, and access to a nearby medical clinic.

Whom is it For

Mentawai Surf Camp is best suited for surfers who understand the Mentawais and want to do the trip properly.

This camp is ideal for:

• Intermediate to advanced surfers comfortable surfing reef breaks

• Surfers who value boat access, timing, and flexibility over fixed schedules

• Travelers who want fewer people in the lineup and smarter daily wave choices

• Solo surfers or small groups looking for a well-run, all-inclusive experience

• Surfers who appreciate good food, comfort, and organization after long surf days

It’s probably not the right fit for:

• Beginners or first-time reef surfers

• Travelers looking for party-focused camps

• Anyone searching for the cheapest Mentawai option

This camp works best for surfers who know that in the Mentawais, logistics make the difference — and who are willing to invest in doing the trip right.

Why Stay at Mentawai Surf Camp

A trip to the Mentawai Islands is a serious commitment. Long travel days, multiple transfers, and high expectations. When you finally arrive in what many consider the best surf region in the world, where you stay can either elevate the experience or limit it.

Mentawai Surf Camp is designed to help you get the most out of that journey.

What truly sets this camp apart:

• Prime location in the Playgrounds, surrounded by world-class waves

• Strong boat operation that allows flexibility to surf the best wave of the day

• 4K surf filming and video analysis, helping you review sessions and improve

• Experienced guides who understand timing, tides, and crowd management

• Less time lost to logistics, more time spent surfing

• Comfortable beachfront base with quality food and proper recovery

• A fully all-inclusive setup that removes stress from start to finish

For most surfers, reaching the Mentawais is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Staying somewhere that is well-run, well-located, and focused on surfing allows you to fully enjoy the waves, the environment, and the experience as a whole.

If you’re making the effort to come this far, choosing a camp that helps you maximize every day in the islands simply makes sense.

Enquire Now

All packages at Mentawai Surf Camp are fully all-inclusive and availability is limited.

To check dates, package options, and receive a detailed quote, fill out the enquiry form below. The team will get back to you with clear information and next steps, so you can plan your trip with confidence.

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