Mentawai Surf Camp: paddle out to E-Bay from the beach
A small, locally run surf camp on a white-sand beach. Daily speedboat trips with a surf guide to 20+ world-class waves, three meals a day and never more than 14 guests.
- E-Baypaddling from the camp
- 2 minby boat to Pitstops
- Max 14guests, uncrowded line-ups
- 15 Mar – 30 Novopen every year
Surf more, travel less
Sabbit Mentawai is owned and run by local surfers who know these islands and their waves inside out. You get the surf of a charter boat with the comfort of a home on the beach.
Front-line beach
The camp sits less than 15 metres from the sand. Paddle out to E-Bay from the shore or snorkel the reef in front.
Small group
Never more than 14 guests. Come with friends or family and share the line-up with your own crew.
Boats by level
We split surfers into different boats by level, so everyone surfs the waves that suit them. One long and one short session a day, captained by Mentawai locals and always with a surf guide.
All inclusive
Breakfast, lunch and dinner with a fusion of Indonesian and Spanish cooking. Water, coffee and tea all day.
Sleep in a traditional Mentawai uma
Our uma is built entirely with materials from the jungle: wood, and palm leaves for the roof. It stands among palm, banana, mango and papaya trees, a few steps from crystal-clear water and fine white sand.
- Rooms with or without air conditioning
- Mosquito nets, fans and 220V European plugs in every room
- Western bathrooms in two separate bungalows
- Towels, safe, table games and massages on request
- Ping-pong table
- Fridge to keep your own drinks cold
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all included
Your price is all inclusive: three home-cooked meals every day, plus unlimited water, coffee and tea. Our kitchen mixes Indonesian and Spanish cooking, with energy-packed breakfasts for long surf sessions and homemade desserts every day.
More than 20 spots for every level
Light, variable winds mean many spots work at the same time, so we can dodge the crowds. Here are some of the waves we surf from the camp.
May–Sep: best size and consistency Mar–Apr & Oct–Nov: smaller, consistent waves
Everything you need, in one package
Surfing, laughter and friends: the best quality at an unbeatable price.
Full package · all inclusive
Everything below is included in your price
- Speedboat transfer from Siberut to the camp on arrival
- Your room (with or without air conditioning)
- All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Unlimited water, coffee and tea
- Two daily surf trips by speedboat (one long, one short) with a surf guide
- Boats split by surf level
From €100 per person per nightAll inclusive · €110 with air conditioning
Get a quoteNot included
- Return speedboat transfer to Siberut€50
- Airport–hotel–ferry transfers in Padangon request
- Hotel in Padang
- Mentawai Fast ferry tickets
- Ferry surfboard fee per wayfrom IDR 250,000
- Mentawai government surf feeIDR 2,000,000+
Extras
- Wi-FiIDR 300,000 / week
- MassageIDR 200,000
- Surfboard rentalIDR 300,000 / day
- Photo pack (7 to 10 days)€120
- Mentawai tribe excursion (3 days, 2 nights)ask us
We no longer sell drinks, but there is a fridge for guests who want to bring their own drinks and keep them cold. Payments at the camp are in Indonesian rupiah. Full price details
How to get to the Mentawai Islands
From Padang, Sumatra, it is a ferry ride and a short speedboat trip. We can organise the transfers for you.
Fly to Padang
Land at Minangkabau International Airport (Sumatra) via Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur or Singapore. Visa on arrival is available. Spend the night in Padang.
Ferry to Siberut
The Mentawai Fast ferry leaves Padang on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 07:00 and takes 3.5 to 6.5 hours.
Speedboat to the camp
We pick you up at the ferry exit in Siberut and take you straight to the surf camp (included). The return transfer to Siberut is €50. A direct private speedboat from Padang is also possible.
Island life between sessions
Explore the rainforest, snorkel the reefs or simply unwind on the beach. Our team can arrange boat trips, fishing and cultural experiences.
Snorkelling
Coral reefs and clear water right in front of the camp.
Mentawai tribe
A 3-day, 2-night excursion to meet the Mentawai people in the jungle.
Boat trips & fishing
Deserted islands, white-sand beaches and fishing trips by speedboat.
Sunsets & massages
Hammocks, table games, ping-pong and a massage after a long day in the water.
Stories from the islands
Types of Waves in Mentawai: A Surfer’s Guide to Paradise
Mentawai Surfing 2025: Your Ultimate Surf Camp Adventure Awaits
Restrictions in Indonesia are history
Travelling to Indonesia this summer..
Bye Bye 2020 Mentawai Season
A Spanish confined in Mentawai
Mentawai ´s wild state during the covid-19
Questions before your surf trip
When is the best time to surf the Mentawai Islands?
There are waves all year, but the best season is March to November, when storms in the Southern Ocean send consistent swell. March, April, October and November bring smaller but consistent waves; May to September is the best period for size and consistency. Winds are light and variable most of the year, so many spots work at the same time. The camp is open every year from 15 March to 30 November.
How do I get to Sabbit Mentawai Surf Camp?
Fly to Padang (Minangkabau International Airport, Sumatra) via Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur or Singapore, spend a night in Padang and take the Mentawai Fast ferry to Siberut (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 07:00). Our speedboat picks you up at the ferry and takes you to the camp. A direct private speedboat from Padang is also available on request.
What is included in the surf camp package?
The package is all inclusive: room, breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, unlimited water, coffee and tea, the speedboat transfer from Siberut to the camp on arrival, and two daily boat sessions (one long, one short) to the surf spots with a surf guide. The return transfer to Siberut is not included and costs €50.
What surf level do I need?
There are more than 20 spots within boat range for all levels, from beginners to pros. We split surfers into different boats by level, and our guides choose the spot for each boat according to the swell and the level of the group.
How many guests stay at the camp?
A maximum of 14 guests, so line-ups stay uncrowded and the atmosphere stays relaxed. Rooms: two rooms for three people, one room for four (also suitable for families, with a king-size bed and two single beds), two rooms for couples and one private room with a single bed.
When is the camp open?
Every year from 15 March to 30 November.
How much does a surf trip cost?
All inclusive from €100 per person per night in a room without air conditioning, or €110 per person per night in a room with air conditioning. The return speedboat transfer to Siberut costs €50. Send us your dates on WhatsApp or by email and we will confirm availability.
Ready for your 2027 Mentawai surf trip?
Send us your dates and we will help you with everything: availability, transfers and the best time for your level. We speak English and Spanish.
Or email us at sabbitmentawaisurfcamp@gmail.com
