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'TENGIRRI'
TENGIRRI Surf Charters are the ultimate surfing experience, imagine yourself catching perfect waves in a tropical paradise with just you and a few friends. The 14m (46ft) TENGIRRI is a live aboard, power catamaran designed and built in Australia in 2004 specifically for luxury surf charters. TENGIRRI caters for small groups from 4 to a maximum of 8 surfers, so on every trip you can enjoy perfect surf, minimal crowds, awesome food all within the tropical paradise surrounds that the Sumatra region is known for...!!
The quality and consistency of the waves in the Mentawai's area is well known, even though there are a lot of charter boats operating. There are still PLENTY of waves to be had and it is DEFINITELY still possible to score perfect, uncrowded surf in the Mentawai's due to the number and variety of breaks. The best thing about the Mentawai's and the West Sumatran area is that the majority of waves are surfable on all tides meaning it is possible to surf ALL DAY!!! The other good thing about this area is that there are reefs facing every direction of the compass, meaning there is always a perfect wave breaking somewhere. The TENGIRRI crew still have some semi-secret breaks in their kit of surprises and try to get you surfing alone whenever possible. TENGIRRI likes to keep ahead of the pack and give their guests 100% commitment to put them on the best waves possible. As surfers we all know that due to the variability and unpredictable nature of surf and weather conditions it is IMPOSSIBLE for anywhere to be perfect all the time. However, the good news is that due to the large number and variety of waves in the islands off Sumatra, and the high-speed of TENGIRRI, your chances of above-average or perfect, uncrowded surf are higher here than anywhere else in the world. !! While we cannot promise perfect surf for your entire trip, in our experience most 12 night charters score good to above-average waves for the majority of the time and it is very rare not to come away with at least 2 or 3 of the perfect, uncrowded and memorable sessions that we all dream about...
Catamarans are well known for their speed, stability at sea and spacious layout, giving you maximum space to relax whilst at anchor and the speed to get you there. TENGIRRI is certainly no exception to this and TENGIRRI is one of the strongest, safest, and fastest vessels operating in Indonesia. TENGIRRI is powered by twin 430HP Cummins engines and cruises comfortably at 15-17 knots and is capable of doing up to 22 knots, is built of aluminium alloy and has plenty of spacious living areas. To maximise your holiday and surf time the moment you reach the port in Padang they arrange to have you surfing early the next morning. TENGIRRI mostly aims to travel at night at a comfortable speed of 10 knots to prepare you for the following days surfing. If the conditions change during the day they simply up anchor and travel faster than most other boats to a better location. The charter experience TENGIRRI provides includes the expert knowledge of an experienced Australian skipper and also an experienced Australian surfguide and using their knowledge they can virtually find you waves every day.
Enjoy extended periods of perfect Indo surf onboard this luxury, air-conditioned boat. Get amongst some great surfing, fishing, snorkelling and enjoy the chefs fabulous food. This experienced skipper and crew will get you to the best, most uncrowded waves available under the given swell and weather conditions at the time of your charter. Surf anywhere you want in the Mentawai's & Telos regions!! The crew on TENGIRRI are happy to go anywhere you want within the West Sumatran region. The options are endless of where to go and as their surfing guest, the choice is up to your and your mates onboard. Obviously you can't go to every single break within a 2 week trip but TENGIRRI know that conditions and crowd levels change quickly in this area and that is why they are very flexible in where their surf charters go. When you aren't surfing or fishing you will be relaxing in style and making the most of the boat's luxurious facilities. What more could you ask for in paradise....!!
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Price |
2010 Season
Price is pro rated to the amount of clients traveling at time of booking
5% Discount off all early and late season charters
6 guests
AUD $31,020
AUD $5,170 per person
7 guests
AUD $33,110
AUD $4,730 per person
8 guests
AUD $35,200
AUD $4,400 per person
2011 Season
Price is pro rated to the amount of clients traveling at time of booking
5% Discount off all early and late season charters
8 guests
AUD $36,000
AUD $4,500 per person
Charter inclusions:
Padang airport transfers
12 nights onboard Tengirri
Bottled water, hot drinks, soft drinks, juice
3 hearty meals a day, fruit and snacks
Use of all Tengirri onboard equipment and facilities: snorkelling equipment, fishing rods & reels
TV, VCR and a VCD home entertainment centre
Mentawai Surf Tax - paid locally prior to boarding the vessel @ $3USD per surfer per day
Surf Aid donation $25
$300 per person fuel surcharge
Additional Extra's ...
Sat phone: US $4 per min.
Email: price to be confirmed
Photographer: Charged per photo
Beer and alcohol at local prices
*The crews that are employed on our surf charter vessels work extremely hard to provide good customer service. Getting you into the best waves, cooking up great meals and keeping you entertained isn't an easy job. Whilst tipping in Indonesia is not expected or obligatory, it is certainly appreciated. The general rule of thumb is to present the captain or host with any gratuity tips at the end of the charter, with all monies being divided up equally amongst the crews.*
Surf Aid International - helping the indigenous people of the Mentawai's
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| Current Special |
Tengirri's reputation is well known and it's regarded as one of the best operations in the Mentawai's with a maximum of only 8 people on board.
12 Night charter 23rd October - 4th Nov: 4 spots @ A$4,500pp
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| Dates |
2010 Dates
Only Available Dates Listed
23 Oct - 04 Nov - 4 Spots Left
06 Nov - 18 Nov
04 Dec - 16 Dec
2011 Dates
Only Available Dates Listed
Early Season
12 Mar - 24 Mar (West Java - South Sumatra)
26 Mar - 04 Apr (South Sumatra - Mentawai)
Peak Season
31 Mar - 11 Apr
13 Apr - 24 Apr
26 Apr - 07 May
09 May - 20 May
21 May - 01 Jun
02 Jun - 13 Jun
15 Jun- 26 Jun
28 Jun - 09 Jul
11 Jul - 22 Jul
23 Jul - 03 Aug
04 Aug - 15 Aug
16 Aug - 27 Aug
03 Sep - 14 Sep
15 Sep - 26 Sep
28 Sep - 09 Oct
Late Season
11 Oct - 22 Oct
24 Oct - 04 Nov
05 Nov - 16 Nov
17 Nov - 28 Nov
30 Nov - 11 Dec
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| Food |
Tengirri has a Western chef aboard who cooks up 3 huge meals per day. Enjoy a fusion of Western and Eastern cuisines which are a blend of seafood, meats and chicken. Included, as well are all snacks (chips, dips, fruit, lollies and chocolate). All meals are guaranteed to keep your energy levels up! Meals are all you can eat and if your've been surfing all day you won't miss out on any meals.
Soft drinks, water, juice, coffee and tea are at your disposal and the crew will always ensure that there is a cold beer available! Alcohol is not included but can be purchased onboard at local prices.
Special dietary meal requests can be catered for - just advise STC at time of booking. |
Breaks Accessed
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4-Bobs
Just across from Chubbies, 4-Bobs is an painless right that tapers into a deep channel giving it a fat, fun and short nature.
Bat Caves
A long breaking righthander, this wave is considered a mellower option than surrounding waves and breaks along the outside of a deserted tropical island. It has an open faced walls for carving and is a fun long wave.
Bintangs
A quality punchy, dredging right located a few hundred yards from Lance's Left. With a sometimes shifting peak it can be a fun wave or a test to your ability. This will all depend on wind and swell direction. The outside bombora, about 100m from the break itself will indicate when a set is approaching.This place can hold big swells and is worth checking out.
Burger World (Koriniki)
Winding off a coral protrusion, this right-hander can delivers a short punchy wave on any tide. It is located off Dodiki Island, a few miles west of E Bay.
Chubbies
This wave wraps around the island of Penanggalan and appears much like its name.
E-Bay
This wave pushes up onto a curved reef to create a perfect, fast hollow barrel over 50-100yards.It wraps around the west point of Masolut Island land,off the south tip of Siberut.
Greenbush
South of Maca's, a very hollow left hand barrel with seemingly no exit. A make it or break it type wave. Avoid the lip and you might be able to negotiate a safe exit off the wave. Advanced surfers need only apply here.
HT's
This wave is located off Katiet. It has one of the best and hollowest barrels in the world although not always the longest. A sucky face and extremely shallow coral make this a wave with dire consequences.
Icelands
A heavy, inconsistent left that wraps into the western bay of Pototoga Island and rises out of deep water up a steep sloped reef. This causes the wave to pitch in a swift, unpredictable manner.
Katiet Beach Breaks
Located in Katiet's western bay at the southern end of Sipura Island. This beautiful bay is lined with white sands around its entire perimeter, creating a spectular and remote beach. Shifting "A" framed peaks move along the shores breaking over sandbanks creating fun waves. Great for any style of surfer these waves are user friendly and offer a break from the typical reef orientated area.
KFC's
Found opposite to Macaroni’s, this wave wraps into a curved section of reef on the west side of this sheltered bay.
Lance's Left
Found at the edge of Katiet’s western bay, this left-hander is a consistent and frequently surfed crowd-pleaser, with the ability to hold big swells and offers barrelling tube sections.
Lighthouse Rights
A sick right hander that works best around 2-8ft, best at low tide and west or no wind.
Macca's
This is the most famous wave in the Mentawais, located at the northern edge of Betumango bay on Pagai Utara. It sits in a sheltered bay and thus needs a solid swell to fire, preferably of the south-southwest variety, but produces a mechanical left that barrels on take off & then provides a long, extremely wackable wall.
No Kanduis
Although a wave of various moods, when it’s on this is an ideal left-hander with breathtaking barrels.
Pit Stops
A right-hander just around from E Bay, which breaks over reef and sand.
Pussies (Nipussi)
A consistent, welcoming right-hander, which breaks off a second reef east of Bank Vaults. This wave can be fun but don’t omit the possibility of getting barreled or held down.
Rags Left
Sitting opposite Sabojet on the island of Petojet Sabu, this wave projects left-hand barrels that wrap endlessly around the reef on the north side of the island.
Rags Right
Although it does not appear everyday, this wave propels a heavy right-hand barrel over a shallow reef. It is a dangerous wave and can be found off the southeast edge of Petojet Sabu.
Rifles
Situated off the east edge of Karangmajet Island, this is an extremely long, fast right-hander that bends and can throw out unexpected tubes or shut-downs.
Scarecrows
Although not the most perfect wave in the Islands, it is a beautiful left-hander with sufficient chances to get barreled. The takeoff has to be judged properly as it has a shifting peak and sometimes sections. This wave is positioned off a neighbouring island of Pittojat Island.
Suicides
A well named shallow left-hander over live coral heads. A ride involves a steep takeoff under a shifting peak, followed by entry into the barrel and a short fast drive to a deep channel. It is located around a fringe reef of the northern end of Sipura.
Telescopes
Located a couple of miles south of Suicides, off Cape Kinilok on Sipura. This wave wraps left along a curved reef and is one of the most picture perfect waves in the world.
The Hole
Thick, heavy left hand barrel from take-off!
Thunders
This is a powerful left-hander which heaves up in open water providing a great wave when everything else is small and can be found off Sibigau Island. A right-hander can also appear if timed right.
Arrik's
Excellent left with workable sections which can handle plenty size
Bank Vaults
A powerful, weighty right hander that works in almost any size, with sets arriving from anywhere when least expected. An extremely quick rise the reef causes the lip to pitch thick and heavy.
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