Switchfoot Charters - Mentawais
Switchfoot Boat Charters
Mentawai - North Sumatra
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The Adventure
Mentawais - Surfing Mecca of Indonesia. This area brings surfers from all over the globe every year and never dissappoints. Jason the captain of Switchfoot is a legend and a super host. His knowledge of the area and the quality of the waves and the boat makes a perfect trip.
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The Boat
Overview
Starlink Satellite 24/7 internet available onboard
2 tenders: 3.5 mtr rubber zodiac 15hp / 4.6 mtr aluminium centre console speedboat powered by a Suzuki 90hp 4 stroke
Ample deck space to relax /watch the surf
Fully air-conditioned comfortable sleeping accommodation for up to 10 guests
Four 2-berth cabins
2 separate bunks on the starboard side
Two toilets / washrooms on board
Fully equipped galley leading onto our large seated dining area, Flat screen smart TV, hard drive with 700 movies
Boat Specs
Switchfoot: Indonesian flagged
Length OA: 15.8 Metres
Beam: 7.1 Metres
Draft: 0.66 Metres
Fuel Capacity: 5200 Litres
F/W Capacity: 620 Litres
Construction: Fiberglass
Hull Type: Symmetrical Hard Chine
Main Engines: YANMAR 6LPA-STP2 315Hp @ 3800/rpm
Transmissions: KMH50A Ratio 1.67
Max Speed: 12 Knots
Cruise Speed: 10 Knots
Genset: 2x Yanmar 21KVA
Watermaker: 120 Litres p/hour
Steering: Hydrive Power Assisted
Controls: TELEFLEX KE4+ Electronic
LOWRANCE Electronics, Navigation & Communication Equipment
Radar: LOWRANCE 4G Radar 36nm
Sounder: LOWRANCE Elite 7 x HDI
Autopilot: CORSEMASTER
Compass: PLASIMO
VHF Radio: ICOM IC-M504A
HF Radio ICOM
AIS ICOM MA-500 TR
Sat phone / EPIRB
All required safety / Life raft equipment
2 tenders: 3.5 mtr rubber zodiac 15hp / 4.6 mtr aluminium centre console speedboat powered by a Suzuki 90hp 4 stroke
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Surf
Mentawai Islands Surf Spots
The Mentawai Islands are situated approximately 80 nm west of West Sumatra Indonesia. The chain consists of 4 main islands ( Siberut ; Sipora; Pagai Utara and Pagai Selatan) all surrounded by many smaller tropical islands.
During the southern hemisphere winter (late April to early November) the Indian Ocean is an over-active groundswell machine sending long period swell up into the Mentawai island chain producing some of the best waves the world has to offer.
We will always go the extra mile to find uncrowded waves
The quality and consistency of the waves in the Mentawais Islands is well known, even though several charter boats are operating in the area there are still plenty of empty waves to be had. If you're looking for an adventure of sailing the ocean and surfing a variety of different breaks that land camps can’t offer then Switchfoot is for you. We will always go the extra mile to find uncrowded waves.
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Meals
You’ll eat like a King
Here on Switchfoot, our meals will consist of Indonesian and Western cuisine. All are cooked by Switchfoot’s Super Chef Donnie, using the highest quality ingredients available. This includes fresh fish, chicken, imported steak, and curries, etc. The menu consists of an extensive range of healthy dishes
If you have any specific food requirements or eating disorders, these can be easily provided for by notifying us when booking your charter
BREAKFAST:
Early breakfast will consist of :
• Fresh Fruit, Cereal, Bread, Coffee, Tea & Juices
Hot breakfast / brunch :
• Bacon, Eggs, Pancakes, Waffles and more
LUNCH/DINNER
• Imported steaks
• Chicken curry
• Burgers
• Nasi Goreng
• Fish tacos
• Fajitas
• Chicken satay
• Fish & chips
• Mie Sop a’la Switchfoot
• Gado Gado
• Fresh salads
• Pasta dishes
• Beef Rendang
BEER O’CLOCK
• Beers
• Snacks
• Sashimi
• Crackers, Cheese & Nuts