Arimibi

Regions

mentawais

Arimibi

With 10 years’ experience cruising the Ments, the arimbi crew’s offer to you is simple; a near guarantee of scoring all those big name spots you’ve dreamed of for years, as well as the possibility of indulging in a few well-kept secrets.

the basics

Based in Padang and travels anywhere off the Sumatran mainland, mainly through the Mentawai Islands and up through the Batu and Hinako’s island chains. The boat holds a max of 10 surfers at one time, with three separate cabins, a saloon and separate kitchen. Full aircon, entertainment system, flat-screen TV, DVD and external hard drive with over 12,000 songs and 100’s of movies. docking station to cruise around the ship with.

time in transit

in the air:
Oz to Singapore or KL
7-8hrs
Singapore or KL to Padang
1hr
on the ground:
Padang to port 30mins
on the water:
Passage to waves 10hrs

surf season stats

prime time:
April/May/
September/October
in season:
March/June/
July/August
can get waves:
November/December/
January/February

expedition essentials

hardware: Your normal board times two and one bigger board for the big stuff. BYO ding repair stuff.
non-surf: A good attitude, as some things won’t always run to plan. Some rupiah, to buy things in the islands from the locals, or at their shop outposts. Your own medical kit… Who was it that said, “Always be prepared?”
medical: They’ve got a fairly comprehensive kit on board for minor cuts, lacerations and common sports injuries. See your family doctor for advice on any inoculations, as everyone’s ideas are different. Best bet is to take out Sure Save Travel Insurance with STC or Cover More Travel Insurance. Both have Medivac components.

five waves you want to ride

WAVE	IN SHORT	HEAVINESS	FUN	CROWDS	SUITS
Lance’s Right/HT’s	One of the world’s greatest rights. Barrels abound.	6-8/10	8-10/10	Often crowded, but still possible to get uncrowded sessions.	Intermediate to advanced surfers
Macca’s	An incredibly consistent left and again, mechanically perfect. One of the most fun waves in the world.	6-8/10	8-10/10	Often crowded, but still possible to get uncrowded sessions.	Intermediate to advanced surfers
Rifles	It ain’t named Rifles for nothing, with right-hand barrels “rifling” down the reef for several hundred metres.	8-10/10	8-10/10	Often crowded, but still possible to get uncrowded sessions.	Intermediate to advanced surfers.
Thunders	Shreddable lefts and rights to suit everyone.	6-8/10	6-8/10	Less crowded, but can still get busy.	Intermediate to advanced surfers.
The Rest	Although they’re keeping their cards close to their chest, the Arimbi crew assures us there are still some secret spoils to be had in the Ments. It’s all part of the service and the happiest of happy days if you luck into ’em.