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Quality Mentawai Surf Charter Boat!

Sola Gracia is a meticulously crafted 23-meter, quality surf charter boat. The charter is designed to deliver an exceptional surf experience in the Mentawai Islands. Combining speed, stability, and smooth sailing, it offers unmatched comfort and top-tier amenities.

The vessel features expansive windows throughout, providing breathtaking panoramic views from the living and dining areas. Equipped with, lightweight, eco-efficient engines, Sola Gracia cruises at speeds of 8-12 knots. All indoor spaces are fully air-conditioned for optimal comfort.

The Boat

Sola Gracia is a 23-meter, high-quality surf charter boat. Expertly designed for an exceptional experience in the Mentawai Islands. It combines speed, stability, and smooth sailing with unparalleled comfort and premium amenities.

The rooms offer plush beds, luxury linens, reading lights, and 220V international power outlets, ensuring guests feel right at home. All rooms are air-conditioned for maximum comfort.

The upper deck features a spacious lounging area complete with sofas, beanbags, and plenty of room to relax, sip a cold drink, or soak in the breathtaking views of perfect waves and tropical sunsets unique to the Mentawai Islands. The charter comes with two surf tenders, to ferry you to the waves.

The Surf

The Mentawais are like no other island chain in the world. With such a high concentration of world-class waves and incredible consistency, the area has been drawing traveling surfers since the 1980’s when the first pioneers discovered this treasure trove of perfection.

From perfect peeling points, to heavy slabbing barrels, high-performance air waves, and chilled longboard spots, the Mentawai Islands has something to offer everyone! The peak months of May – September offer regular larger surf, with the months on either side offering consistent perfection with lower crowds!

It is a right of passage for every surfer to experience Mentawai perfection at least once and Solo Garcia is the perfect charter to experience this on! For more information, check AWAVE Travel’s Ultimate Guide to Surfing in the Mentawai Islands!

Why We Love Sola Garcia

A great variety of quality waves for all surfing levels! The Mentawais has some of the most consistent surf on the planet.

A well-run, good-quality charter operation. Sola Garcia is managed by an experienced team that knows the area very well!

The quality of surf guiding! Sola Garcia will make sure you’re on the spot based on the local wind, swell, and weather patterns!

Ready to jump on board?

Accommodation

Sola Gracia is spacious and can comfortably accommodate 11 guests, with the option to host up to 12 upon request. Guests can choose from 3 roomy, air-conditioned private cabins (not dormitory-style). The layout includes 2 cabins with 4 bunk beds each, and 1 cabin featuring a double bed and 2 bunk beds.

For convenience, there is a bathroom and shower on the main deck (2 bathrooms total) and a shower on the swim platform. The main lounge and dining area is bright and open, offering ample seating, a large-screen TV, and a stereo system. The entire boat is fully air-conditioned, ensuring comfort throughout the journey.

Food

The crew aboard Sola Gracia understands that great food is just essential on a surf charter. They ensure you’re well-fed at all times with delicious, healthy meals, all freshly prepared.

Your day begins with a generous breakfast, with eggs, cereals, fruits, and more. After a morning surf, you’ll enjoy a hearty lunch, with snacks available throughout the day to keep your energy up. Dinner is always a highlight, with the charter serving a range of western and Indonesian dishes!

  • Whatโ€™s included
    Airport transfers to and from the boat.
    Berth on board Sola Gracia.
    Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
    All snacks included.
    20 cases of Bintang per trip, unlimited filtered water, soft drinks, and hot beverages.
    Use of fishing, snorkeling, speargun equipment, and shore excursions.
    All necessary zone permits.

    Whatโ€™s not included
    Mentawai Surfer Tax (AUD$ 200/pax)
    Photography
    Flights to and from Padang
    Hotel in Padang if required
    Visa Fees and Departure Tax
    Any additional cost resulting from late arrival or the need for early departure
    Spirits and any other alcoholic beverages exceeding the beers a day

The Specs
Length: 23.35m (76โ€™7โ€)
Width: 6.00m (19โ€™8โ€)
Depth: 1.80m (5โ€™10โ€)
Gross Tonnage: 111
Net Tonnage: 66
Engine: 2 x 350HP Marine Diesel engines
Cabins: 3 (4 pax per room)
Bathrooms: 2

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Quality Mentawai Surf Charter Boat!

Sola Gracia is a meticulously crafted 23-meter, quality surf charter boat. The charter is designed to deliver an exceptional surf experience in the Mentawai Islands. Combining speed, stability, and smooth sailing, it offers unmatched comfort and top-tier amenities.

The vessel features expansive windows throughout, providing breathtaking panoramic views from the living and dining areas. Equipped with, lightweight, eco-efficient engines, Sola Gracia cruises at speeds of 8-12 knots. All indoor spaces are fully air-conditioned for optimal comfort.

The Boat

Sola Gracia is a 23-meter, high-quality surf charter boat. Expertly designed for an exceptional experience in the Mentawai Islands. It combines speed, stability, and smooth sailing with unparalleled comfort and premium amenities.

The rooms offer plush beds, luxury linens, reading lights, and 220V international power outlets, ensuring guests feel right at home. All rooms are air-conditioned for maximum comfort.

The upper deck features a spacious lounging area complete with sofas, beanbags, and plenty of room to relax, sip a cold drink, or soak in the breathtaking views of perfect waves and tropical sunsets unique to the Mentawai Islands. The charter comes with two surf tenders, to ferry you to the waves.

The Surf

The Mentawais are like no other island chain in the world. With such a high concentration of world-class waves and incredible consistency, the area has been drawing traveling surfers since the 1980’s when the first pioneers discovered this treasure trove of perfection.

From perfect peeling points, to heavy slabbing barrels, high-performance air waves, and chilled longboard spots, the Mentawai Islands has something to offer everyone! The peak months of May – September offer regular larger surf, with the months on either side offering consistent perfection with lower crowds!

It is a right of passage for every surfer to experience Mentawai perfection at least once and Solo Garcia is the perfect charter to experience this on! For more information, check AWAVE Travel’s Ultimate Guide to Surfing in the Mentawai Islands!

Why We Love Sola Garcia

A great variety of quality waves for all surfing levels! The Mentawais has some of the most consistent surf on the planet.

A well-run, good-quality charter operation. Sola Garcia is managed by an experienced team that knows the area very well!

The quality of surf guiding! Sola Garcia will make sure you’re on the spot based on the local wind, swell, and weather patterns!

Ready to jump on board?

Accommodation

Sola Gracia is spacious and can comfortably accommodate 11 guests, with the option to host up to 12 upon request. Guests can choose from 3 roomy, air-conditioned private cabins (not dormitory-style). The layout includes 2 cabins with 4 bunk beds each, and 1 cabin featuring a double bed and 2 bunk beds.

For convenience, there is a bathroom and shower on the main deck (2 bathrooms total) and a shower on the swim platform. The main lounge and dining area is bright and open, offering ample seating, a large-screen TV, and a stereo system. The entire boat is fully air-conditioned, ensuring comfort throughout the journey.

Food

The crew aboard Sola Gracia understands that great food is just essential on a surf charter. They ensure you’re well-fed at all times with delicious, healthy meals, all freshly prepared.

Your day begins with a generous breakfast, with eggs, cereals, fruits, and more. After a morning surf, you’ll enjoy a hearty lunch, with snacks available throughout the day to keep your energy up. Dinner is always a highlight, with the charter serving a range of western and Indonesian dishes!

  • Whatโ€™s included
    Airport transfers to and from the boat.
    Berth on board Sola Gracia.
    Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
    All snacks included.
    20 cases of Bintang per trip, unlimited filtered water, soft drinks, and hot beverages.
    Use of fishing, snorkeling, speargun equipment, and shore excursions.
    All necessary zone permits.

    Whatโ€™s not included
    Mentawai Surfer Tax (AUD$ 200/pax)
    Photography
    Flights to and from Padang
    Hotel in Padang if required
    Visa Fees and Departure Tax
    Any additional cost resulting from late arrival or the need for early departure
    Spirits and any other alcoholic beverages exceeding the beers a day

The Specs
Length: 23.35m (76โ€™7โ€)
Width: 6.00m (19โ€™8โ€)
Depth: 1.80m (5โ€™10โ€)
Gross Tonnage: 111
Net Tonnage: 66
Engine: 2 x 350HP Marine Diesel engines
Cabins: 3 (4 pax per room)
Bathrooms: 2

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Customer Reviews

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Customer Reviews

Jose Luis Villalon 07/10/2024

TrustPilot
Great experience! Great communication throughout the entire process. A knowledgeable team giving advice considering individual needs and a great result at the end. It was a seamless experience and I will use them again for my next travel!

Stella 02/07/2024

TrustPilot
AWAVE Travel exceeded all my expectations! From the seamless booking process. The team was incredibly attentive and made sure every detail of our trip was taken care of. I can't wait t book my next adventure with them!

Xabi Fernandez 09/08/2024

TrustPilot
I stayed at Seasons Paradise 10 days in Maldives. Talked with Carlotta from Awave, it was really helpful every time! The destination was perfect, about to repeat! Good price ratings and perfect service both Awave and Seasons.

Christopher Tabone 03/09/2024

TrustPilot
My wife and I booked an 8 day surf charter on the Gahaa with a dedicated surf guide Moussa who was worth his weight in gold knowing what breaks would be firing and his knowledge of marine life and Maldivian environment enlightening for my wife and I. From the initial booking and contact Guilia at AWAVE made the whole process seamless communication was excellent. I have traveled extensively and surfed many parts of the world this trip truly exceeded my expectations the crew were incredible taking us to excellent surf and snorkeling locations. The boat itself is a converted fishing Dohni that exudes old world charm is clean and meticulously cared for. The meals prepared for us were nothing short of exceptional excellent variety and plenty of it a mix of western and Maldivian fare. We are definitely coming back and certainly using AWAVE again! Thank you Giulia and Moussa our trusted surf guide who gave us incredible insights into Maldivian culture.

Marco 02/08/2024

TrustPilot
Absolutely Recommended. Giulia and James are top professionals: I will be using Awave for all my future surf trips. I have been surfing for 30 years and travelled the world so I have dealt with a lot of agents. Awave is in the top spot as far as I am concerned. I spent 10 days with them on a boat trip in Maldivesโ€™ central atolls: not only their recommendations were spot on but being a boutique agency they tailor the surf experience to the very specific needs. They are surfers (real chargers) and know personally each spot and surf operator they recommend (wtether it is a guest house or a resort or a boat).

Michael Dunn 26/09/2024

TrustPilot
Absolutely amazing 8 day trip with my wife to Maldives visiting Club Med Kani. Carlotta at Awave travel was outstanding in organising everything and getting us the best deal,we are already looking at next year returning and will be sure to be booking with Carlotta and Awave again! Club Med Kani is outstanding for everything, Surf spot in island is Ninjas,easy paddle from shore! Food,drinks,staff,surf guides,brilliant!!! Accommodation excellent!! Tons of activities on island to enjoy, not just the surf!! Sailing, snorkelling, paddle boards, just to name some! Staff on the island added some very special touches to help us celebrate wedding anniversary also! Only regret was not staying 2 weeks!

Bruno 07/10/2024

TrustPilot
Great experience from start to finish. Giulia was awesome and helpful. I strongly recommend this travel agency.

Lissette De Boer 30/06/24

Google
Giulia was incredibly helpful in booking our surf trip! Strongly recommend using AWAVE for any surf packages. We will definitely be contacting her again. Thank you!

Fabs Alegria 19/05/24

TrustPilot
Trip of a lifetime. First and foremost I'd like to thank James Colston from Awave Travel, for assisting me in every which way to help book one of the most memorable experiences I've had in my life. He was extremely responsive and answered every single question I had, even the dumb ones haha. As for AYADA, holy dooly, that place is paradise! Absolutely breathtaking, I couldn't believe I was actually walking around such a beautiful island! Big love to the staff at Magu Restaurant, seeing as how I ate there pretty much everyday, they were amazing! Very switched on and quick off the mark to help with anything that was needed. A special mention to Dhaboa and the captain who took me out surfing! I cannot speak highly enough about their friendly, helpful and straight up on point expertise. With Dhaboa picking the spots to surf and tips on where to sit to catch the best waves on the day, to the wonderful captain himself, filming and sending me videos of the waves I caught.
Absolute legends! Made my surf trip! Best holiday I've ever been on to this date.

Carlos 30/06/24

TrustPilot
Reliable travel agency to book a surf trip - Both Giulia and James were very reactive and adivsed on the best options. In our case we made a boat trip in Maldives. It is the second time we use Awave Travel to do a surftrip to Maldives and we have had a very good experience in both cases. They are a reliable and trustworthy travel agency, I highly recommend them.
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