Surf Homestay Katiet
Katiet, Sipora · Capacity: 10 people
This is a middle-ground option for travellers who want more comfort while keeping the logistics practical.
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standard travellers considering Katiet
Smaller groups that prefer a quieter camp
Surfers who want optional boat access
The useful question here is not only room price—it is how often you need a boat. Nearby options include HT's / Lance's Right, Lance's Left, Bintangs, so daily transport needs should be matched to your surf level and swell plan.
How Surf Homestay Katiet fits the journey
Surf Homestay Katiet is presented here as a trip-planning option, not just a room listing. Its standard positioning, capacity for 10 guests and location in Katiet should be considered together when comparing the real cost of a Mentawai stay.
For surf planning, the useful starting points are HT's / Lance's Right, Lance's Left, Bintangs. The camp's wave list shows what may be reachable, while the daily choice still depends on swell direction, wind, tides and whether a boat is required.
Our quote separates the island stay from the Padang night, ferry connection and final transfer. That makes Surf Homestay Katiet easier to compare with other camps on total journey value rather than an incomplete headline rate.
Wave Breaks
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From Padang to Katiet
Plan around the fast ferry from Padang to Tua Pejat. The final leg is arranged by road or local boat, depending on the property and sea conditions.
Three practical savings
- ✓ Arrive in Padang before the ferry day instead of risking a same-day flight connection.
- ✓ Compare board baggage fees with local rental before choosing what to fly with.
- ✓ Ask for one itemised quote covering Padang, ferry and the final island transfer.
Stay lengths & route options
* Pricing is available on request - contact us via WhatsApp for a personalised quote.
Facilities
- • Surfboard rental (per day)
- • Surfboards for sale
- • Electricity
- • Fan per room
- • Power jack in every room
- • Refrigerator
- • Western toilet & shower
- • Mosquito net over every bed
What's Included
- ✓ 2 nights overnight stay at Padang Padang stay
- ✓ 1 meal per day at the camp (breakfast)
- ✓ Unlimited drinking water, tea & coffee
- ✓ return fast-ferry seats (Padang harbor ↔ Tua Pejat, Sipora)
- ✓ return transport with car (Tua Pejat harbor ↔ Katiet camp)
Not included
- – Visa
- – Mentawai surfer tax: 2,000,000 IDR (up to 15 days)
- – Surfboard ferry surcharge: small bag 1–15 kg = 230,000 IDR ($17 USD); medium 15–25 kg = 460,000 IDR ($33 USD); large >25 kg = 690,000 IDR ($49 USD)
- – Surfboard rental (per day)
- – Travel insurance
Important Notes
- •Located on Katiet island (Sipora), Mentawai — home to world-class breaks Bintangs, Lance's Right (HT's), and Lance's Left.
- •The Fast Ferry departs from Padang on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, arriving at Tua Pejat harbor. Return ferries depart Mentawais on the same days in the late afternoon.
- •You must be in Padang the night before your ferry departure — 2 Padang nights are included in all packages.
- •Mentawai Surfer's Tax: 2,000,000 IDR (up to 15 days) — paid separately at Nagari Bank or the Tourism Information Center in Padang.
- •Surfboard ferry surcharge: small bag (1–15 kg) = 230,000 IDR ($17 USD); medium (15–25 kg) = 460,000 IDR ($33 USD); large (>25 kg) = 690,000 IDR ($49 USD).
- •Extra days can always be added to your package with an additional payment per night.
- •To hold a reservation, pay 20% deposit in advance (via bank transfer or Western Union). Final payment (80%) must be made before departure. The 20% deposit is non-refundable on cancellation.
Check the Current Mentawai Surf Levy
Local levy rules, payment points and proof-of-payment procedures can change. Ask our team to confirm the current requirement for your dates instead of relying on an old fixed amount.
Before choosing Surf Homestay Katiet
Is Surf Homestay Katiet a budget camp?
Surf Homestay Katiet is listed in our standard range. The final value depends on group size, travel dates and whether you need extra surf-boat or transfer services.
Which waves are practical from Surf Homestay Katiet?
The current camp information lists HT's / Lance's Right, Lance's Left, Bintangs among the nearby options. Actual access depends on swell, weather and whether the break is reached on foot or by boat.
Can you arrange the full journey from Padang?
Yes. We can coordinate the Padang stay, port transfer, ferry and final island leg, then show those items clearly in the quote.