Planet Surf is a 53ft sailing cat. She was built in 1991 in South Africa, designed by Alexander Simmonis and is constructed of Kevlar/polyester resin with a foam core. She has navigated the world and with over 60,000 nautical miles under her keels is a proven safe vessel. In 2006 the vessel underwent a major refit in New Zealand and has been set up for surfing/sailing charters.

The owner/captain has had over 20 years experience on the ocean with more than 6 years operating surf charter boats in the Mentawai Islands off the coast of West Sumatera.

The boat takes a maximum of 8 passengers and a minimum of 5.  The cabin configuration being 2 forward cabins consisting of a single and a double bed and the aft cabin having a double bed. There are 2 toilets and showers on the vessel and the cabins are air-conditioned.

There are 2 large outside areas for relaxing and a large saloon/dining area with a stereo DVD-CD player and a 32 inch wide screen TV.

Continuous 240volt power is available to charge cameras etc which is supplied by 2 gensets and also a 2500 watt inverter. The main engine is a Lombardini turbo charged marine diesel and there is a good selection of sails on board.

There is also a 4 meter aluminum/ rubber inflatable with a 18hp outboard to get you to and from the surf along with a good selection of rods and reels.   

The price of $3000 AUD per person for a 11day 10 night trip.

 Includes airport transfers, 3 meals a day, snacks, soft drinks/juice etc.

Does not include Mentawai surf tax and alcohol