Mentawai Islands
The Mentawai Islands are a collection of islands located in Indonesia. The local places are appreciated for their wildness, lack of civilization, including hotels, clubs, restaurants. This area is being robbed by real connoisseurs of natural beauty, they run away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Mentawai is just a dream come true for surfers. The waves here are both dangerous and subservient, and it is very common for professionals to meet newcomers in this sport.
It is very interesting and informative for tourists on these islands to meet with the indigenous people, because they carefully protect both the traditions and culture of their ancestors. Large coral reefs, strong winds and fast currents became the main reason for the isolation of the local population from civilization until the 19th century.
The largest islands of Mentavia, of which there are about 70, include Sipura, Siberut, Sibegau, North and South Pagai and others.
The entire territory of the islands is represented in the form of a tropical forest. There are unique animals here that can only be found on these lands. They include several species of gibbons and macaques.
Most people get to the Mentawai Islands using ferries that run from the port of Padang. Such a trip will last about 13 hours, in not very comfortable conditions. You can also swim in 4-5 hours using a speedboat. The trip will also depend on a specific travel operator. It is also necessary to take into account the fact that Indonesians are not punctual enough. On the islands themselves, among the popular vehicles are boats that belong to private owners.
There is a hotel on the island of Muara Siberut, as well as a shop and cafe. There are no roads in this town, which makes it difficult to travel.
You can also visit these wild Mentawai Islands as part of a tour group, using the services of one of the tour operators. The tour is sure to be exciting, during which you will be able to observe the life of the rarest animals, taste the villages where the local people breed sago, fish, as well as their distant ancestors.
If you have come to conquer the local waves, then there are about 20 different surf campsites at your service, which will take travelers directly to the beach. A simple walk, as well as diving and fishing, will be fascinating here.
