A Mentawai Islands boat trip is recognized as one of the greatest surf adventures on Earth. There truly is nothing better than traveling, living, and surfing by boat through exotic, remote locations. A "boat trip" in the Mentawai Islands pushes surfing frontiers and offers what many consider the ultimate surfing experience. At Antidote Travel our goal is to partner with the safest and most affordable options and provide the finest surf charter experience for our guests, period. Somewhere in the world right now a perfect wave is reeling down a point, feeling the contours of a reef, or splitting into an A-Frame peak over sand... Somewhere in the world right now Antidote Travel has a resort, residence, or surf charter boat awaiting your arrival to greet these waves head-on.
From the mind blowing consistency of Indonesia to the mind numbing black sand peaks of Iceland, Antidote Travel offers a one-of-a-kind experience from start to finish. Our core philosphy is to travel during each destination's prime swell and weather window to ensure the highest quality adventure possible. We offer a variety of proven destinations and a number of trips off the beaten path - Antidote Travel is ready to send you on the greatest adventure of your life!
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2011 Travel Pack Now Available!
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Brad Gerlach Surf Academy: Kandui Resort, Mentawai Islands, Indonesia
Dates: October 18, 2011 - October 29, 2011
Expert: Brad Gerlach (Surf Guide)
Description: Brad Gerlach offers his first ever surf academy featuring coaching, photo and video analysis, and good times in the intimate resort setting at Kandui. Click here for more information.
Surf with Tropicsurf in the Maldives onboard the Four Seasons Explorer!
Dates: June 6, 2011 - July 21, 2011
Expert: Ross Phillips (Surf Instructor at Tropicsurf)
Description: Cruise the picturesque atolls of the Maldives in complete seclusion on the best charter boat in the Maldives and learn to surf with a team of qualified experts! Click here for more information.
Star Koat Mentawai Islands Yacht Charter - New to Antidote Travel!
Dates: 2011 trips now available!
Description: Travel back in time through the fabled Mentawai Islands with one of the best teams out there! This is the best surf experience on the planet! Click here for more information.
Tavarua Resort
Dates: Available by Request
Description: Tavarua Resort is located on its own heart-shaped island, a quiet sanctuary hidden among the Fijian island chain. The island can accommodate an average of 36 guests each week and is typically reserved for whole group bookings. Antidote Travel has created this special "Events" section to help connect people interested in going to Tavarua with groups when there is a chance of availability. We look forward to greeting you with a friendly "Bula! Welcome to Tavarua!" Click here for more information.
Surf Sumba with Tropicsurf at the world famous Nihiwatu Resort!
Dates:October 20 - 27, 2011
Expert: Ross Phillips (Surf Instructor at Tropicsurf)
Description: Nihiwatu is a unique location.You've probably never been anywhere quite like it. The location is beautiful, remote and showcases a fascinating local culture. Sitting at the spectacular, hill-side bar and restaurant watching perfect waves peel off un-ridden is a sight to behold. Nihiwatu is a special place. There's just something about it. Click here for more information.
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Anthony Marcotti
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Anthony is one of the founders of Kandui Resort in the Mentawai Islands of Indonesia and managed all of the Indies Trader surf charter bookings exclusively for Captain Martin Daly for 6 years. Anthony created Antidote Travel to establish a surf travel hub offering unique surf trips and special events all over the world for people looking to maximize their valuable vacation time. He oversees all of the day to day operations, marketing, and web development for Antidote Travel.
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Justin Cote
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Justin Cote has been surfing and traveling for well over 20 years. A veteran of countless “surgical strike” surf missions, Cote knows where you want to be when the swell hits. As Online Editor for TransWorld SURF Magazine, Cote has a vault of experience when it comes to planning and executing your ultimate surf adventure.
Airline Tickets
Jeff Samuleson
jeff@antidotetravel.com
Jeff Samuelson specializes in airline tickets for surfers all over the world. Based in his office in San Clemente, California, Jeff has teamed up with Antidote Travel to help coordinate all of our flight arrangements for all of our destinations and events! Even if you are not planning a trip with Antidote Travel we highly recommend using Jeff Samuelson for all of your travel needs!
Pro Surfers
Brad Gerlach
brad@antidotetravel.com
Brad is one of the most influential and well known surfers in the world today. He is known for charging some of the biggest waves in the world but he still rips harder than anyone in everyday conditions. He is involved in many facets of the surf industry and his credentials speak for themselves! Brad is in charge of our surf guide program and is even involved in a few guided trips where you can see his passion for surfing first-hand!
Filmmakers
Sonny Miller
sonny@antidotetravel.com
Sonny is a legendary filmmaker best known for his iconic masterpiece "Searching for Tom Curren." He has traveled to every corner of the globe documenting his adventures and in the process creating some of the most beloved and respected surf films ever made. Sonny helps manage our team of filmmakers and is available on a limited number of trips as well!
Kandui Resort offers a world entirely beyond time and obligations. For adventurous surfers looking for a free spirited, relaxing surf holiday in the company of world class waves to everyday wanderers looking for a private paradise where time seemingly stands still – this is it! Hidden among the palms on this remote island are just 7 traditional Mentawai “umas” offering solitude and luxury. Antidote Travel and Tropicsurf, based out of Australia, have partnered to offer a variety of unique surf experiences. Tropicsurf delivers the world's best surfing holidays... with an emphasis on service, luxury, water safety and improvement. Regardless of age or ability, with Tropicsurf everyone can enjoy surfing's ultimate thrills in style, comfort and safety. Their obvious starting point is to put you into primo, un-crowded surf; but, a 5-star vacation should be more than just quality surf. Over the years they've developed what they term 'Tropicsurf Style' - distinguishing features that make every Tropicsurf trip distinctive. Luxury. Safety. Expert guidance. Coaching. Alternative activities. Service. Check out some of their incredible destinations below!
Part of the Mentawai Island chain, Pitojat lies off the North Western corner of Sipora Island, approximately 80 kms off the West coast of mainland Sumatra, Indonesia. Mark and Dave's Place is located on Iguana Beach in the heart of the Nicaraguan Riviera. During your stay, home will be in one of four private cabanas, each one clean, simple, and built by a team of Nicaraguan craftsmen in the traditional style. The house sits on two acres of immaculate beach front property and offers three incredible waves, and two swimming pools! Hosting guests since 1998, WavePark Mentawai Surf Resort is the original full service land-based surfing resort in the Mentawai Islands, West Sumatra, Indonesia. Their all inclusive price includes a private chartered speedboat transport from mainland Sumatra to Mentawai and return, guided surfing and fishing speedboat service, 3 meals a day, drinks, snacks and accommodation on the island. With a maximum capacity of 14 surfers, the WavePark Mentawai surf resort guests have the entire island for their exclusive use. Las Flores Surf Club is a surfers' resort. Its signature break "Las Flores" is a world class break with 300 meter rides when on, the waves forming way out off the point and peeling across the cove, right up onto the sand just meters from the front of the hotel!
The Salina Cruz area has something for everyone with a great variety of waves to choose from. One of the best attributes of this area is the array of points on offer - as you move north up the coast, the points get hollower and more powerful. There is also a fun beach break in the area, and due to constant exploration, we are finding new spots to the north and south. If you like right hand points that peel for hundreds of yards this is the best spot on Earth to explore! Aura Surf Resort is an exclusive surfing resort on a large unexplored island in Northern Sumatra called Simeulue. No crowds and ease of access make this one of the most attractive surf destinations in the world that you have probably never heard of! With over 10 secret spots catering to surfers of all levels, hundreds of untouched beaches, and stunning remote outer islands, this pristine location offers something unique for every type of tropical surf traveler.
Tavarua Resort is the most recognized and well known surf resort in the world! It is located on its own heart-shaped island, a quiet sanctuary hidden among the Fijian island chain. The island can accommodate an average of 36 guests each week and is typically reserved for whole group bookings. Antidote Travel has created a special "Events" section to help connect people interested in going to Tavarua with groups when there is a chance of availability. Antidote Travel sends hundreds upon hundreds of guests all over the world every year on the surf adventures of their lives... We specialize in trips on Singapore Airlines to our core list of destinations in Indonesia but we are also capable of setting up the best airline arrangements in conjunction with our travel partner, Jeff Samuelson to any location in the world! To reserve a spot on one of our trips or if you are looking for the right person to talk to feel free contact us anytime:
