Wave guide
Greenbush surf trip
Greenbush Mentawai surf trip guide: the heavy southern left near Macaronis, swell, wind and tide needs, skill level, boards, safety and access…
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Surf Guides
Wave-by-wave and level-by-level Mentawai surf guides: Macaronis, HT’s, Bank Vaults, Greenbush, island comparisons and honest skill-level advice.
Comparison
Mentawai vs Fiji
Mentawai Islands vs Fiji surf trip: Cloudbreak and Restaurants vs the Mentawai reefs, seasons, the 2010 decree, crowds and travel logistics compared.
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Getting there
A Mentawai surf trip from Europe
Mentawai surf trip from Europe: flight routes to Padang via Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur or Singapore, visa on arrival, best months and a…
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Who it suits
A surf trip with non-surfers
Can non-surfers join a Mentawai surf trip? Land camps vs charter boats, non-surfer rates, activities, culture, downsides and questions to ask operators.
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Trip planning
Planning a private surf trip
How do I plan a private Mentawai Islands surf trip? Group size, dates, budget, quotes, surf levy, booking timeline and travel steps…
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Comparison
Mentawai vs Bali for a surf trip
Mentawai Islands surf trip vs Bali surf trip: waves, crowds, seasons, beginner options, logistics via Padang and cost compared to help you…
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Comparison
Mentawai vs the Maldives
Mentawai Islands vs Maldives surf trip: compare seasons, wave power, crowds, access rules, comfort and who each destination suits, with an honest…
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Trip planning
How long a surf trip should be
How long should a Mentawai surf trip be? Compare 7, 10 and 14-night trips, travel days via Padang, charter and resort minimums,…
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By level
The skill level you really need
What Mentawai surfing skill level is required? A wave-by-wave guide for beginners, intermediates and advanced surfers, with season tips and a self-test.
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Island guide
The Pagai Islands surf trip
Plan a Pagai Islands surf trip in the southern Mentawais: Macaronis, Greenbush and other reefs, charter vs ferry access, best months and…
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Who it suits
A Mentawai surf trip for women
Plan a Mentawai surf trip for women: women-only retreats and charters, choosing by level, dress and culture in Padang and the islands,…
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By level
A surf trip for intermediate surfers
Plan a Mentawai surf trip for intermediate surfers: the best months, where to base yourself, which waves suit your level and which…
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Wave guide
Bank Vaults surf trip
Plan a Bank Vaults Mentawai surf trip: where the heavy Playgrounds right breaks, the swell and season it needs, who should surf…
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Wave guide
Mentawai waves for longboarders
Mentawai surf spots for longboarders: Macaronis, Lance's Left and Scarecrows, the best months for softer swell, board choice and how to plan…
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Comparison
Hollow Trees vs Lance's Left
Hollow Trees vs Lance's Left near Katiet, Sipora: which Mentawai wave suits intermediate surfers, when to go, and how to plan a…
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Pillar guide
The Mentawai surf trip planning guide
Plan a Mentawai surf trip: charter vs land camp, regions, how to reach Padang, best months, typical 2025-2026 costs and a step-by-step…
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Wave guide
Macaronis surf trip
Plan a Macaronis surf trip in the Mentawai Islands: when the left fires, land camp vs charter access, transfers from Padang and…
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Island guide
Sipora Island surf trip
Plan a Sipora island surf trip: Lance's Right and Left, Telescopes, Tua Pejat ferry and Rokot flights, where to base yourself and…
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