The islands of Nias and the Mentawai region are well known for awesome waves and powerful Indian Ocean swells. The surf season runs from February to mid-November, with less demanding conditions at the start and end of this period.

To find the lesser known breaks, you’ll need a live-aboard boat with the range and power to get you there, and a skipper with an intimate knowledge of the region's myriad reefs and islands.

Atoll Travel clients are met personally at Padang Airport at the start of their holiday, and a private van takes them directly to the boat. Holiday trips are from 12 to 16 nights, with 11 to 15 days of surfing. Most holiday trips are booked on a full group basis only. Groups can discuss their surfing preferences with the skipper, who will plan an itinerary that matches their wishes to the prevailing conditions.

At the end of the trip, clients are transferred directly from the boat to the airport, or to on-shore accommodation if they want to do more traveling or sightseeing in the area. Atoll Travel holiday packages include airfares via Singapore with Singapore Airlines/Garuda or via Kuala Lumpur with Malaysian Airlines to Padang, all transfers, surf guide, three gourmet meals per day, snacks, fruit, bottled water, hot drinks, juices, sodas.soft drinks, and use of all MV Addiction onboard equipment and amenities. Extra charges apply for onboard beers, sat-phone, souvenirs, ding repair, video and photo service, etc, so bring some spare cash.