ASU SURF PARADISE
Your only concern is arranging a flight to Medan Polonia International Airport in Indonesia; we’ll handle the rest—there will be no hassles. We need precise flight schedule information and a photocopy of your passport.
Upon your arrival at the airport, our staff will pick you up and transport you to the four-star Danau Toba International Hotel where you will rest from your long flight and perhaps enjoy a cool Bintang by the pool. Early the next morning, after a complimentary breakfast at the hotel’s extensive buffet, our staff will pick you up and take you back to the airport where you are already booked on the one-hour flight to the island of Nias. If you’re lucky, you may even glimpse the majestic peaks of North Sumatra out your window as you fly over.
At the airport in Gunungsitoli, Nias, our staff will be waiting with a private, air conditioned car to take you on a scenic two hour ride past rice patties, villages, and waving school children, across the island of Nias to Sirombu harbour.
But wait, there’s more! One of the resort’s speedboats will then pick you and your gear up at the harbor and take you on a half-hour boat ride across the turquoise blue Indian Ocean to the beautiful island of Asu that will be your own surf paradise for the next twelve days.
THE PRICE
The following are the rates for the 2011 season. Packages are based on a 12 night stay at Asu Paradise Surf Resort.
Deluxe Accommodation includes:
- 12 nights at Asu Paradise Surf Resort in a brand-new, luxury room
- 3 meals/day and 3 soft drinks/day at the resort (unlimited water, coffee, and tea)
- Use of speed boats to 7 possible surf breaks
- Not included: food outside Asu Island, alcohol, airport tax (<US$ 10), phone calls, internet access, and excess luggage.
Price is US$ 2400 per person (for non-surfer US$ 1800)
*Discounts may apply for stays longer than 12 days.
Standard Accommodation includes:
- 12 nights at Asu Paradise Surf Resort in dorm-style bungalow
- 3 meals/day and 3 soft drinks/day at the resort (unlimited water, coffee, and tea)
- Not included: food outside Asu Island, alcohol, airport tax (<US$ 10), phone calls, internet access, excess luggage, and boat trips to surf breaks other than Asu and Bawa.
Price is US$ 1800 per person (for non-surfer US$ 1200)
*Discounts may apply for stays longer than 12 days.
Logistics
There is also a logistics fee, in addition to the package price.
Logistics include:
- Reception at Medan Polonia International Airport
- 2 nights stay at Danau Toba International Hotel in Medan (upon arrival and prior to departure)
- Round-trip flight from Medan to Gunungsitoli, Nias
- Transfers to and from airports in Medan and Nias
Not included: food outside Asu Island, alcohol, airport tax (<US$ 10), phone calls, internet access, and excess luggage!
The logistics fee is charged per person, based on room occupancy at Danau Toba International Hotel.
Single - US$ 400 per person Double - US$ 350 per person Triple – US$ 300 per person
Extra at the resort
Extra costs you may want to plan for at the resort include:
- Guided tow-in surfing on our jet skis – US$__ TBA
- Guided SCUBA diving—US$__TBA
- Optional boat trips to surf breaks other than Asu and Bawa (Conditions permiting. These trips are included in the Deluxe Package, but not the Standard Package)—US$ __ TBA
- Guided fishing trips in our speed boats (equipment provided)—US$ __TBA
- Satellite internet access—US$__/hour TBA
- Beer and other Alcohol
- Extra soft drinks
THE SURF
During the surf season (April-October), the Hinako's region consistently picks up more swell than the Mentawais, Telos, and Banyaks. The remote location guarantees uncrowded waves, with very rarely more than 15 people in the lineup and often no one at all.
Asu - is a reeling, 100 yard long, hollow left with a perfect barrel and steep, work-able face, breaking over a shallow reef. South winds are offshore here. You can walk here from camp in about 10 minutes, or simply jump in the speedboat and be out in the water in less than 5.
Bawa only 20 minutes away by speedboat, is a thick, powerful right-hander that breaks in deep water. Often compared to Sunset Beach, this wave offers intense drops and wide tubes. Facing due south, Bawa picks up more swell than Asu and holds to 15 feet (Hawaiian) and beyond, rarely being less than 3. Bawa works on North winds which are onshore at Asu. So if the wind isn't good for Asu, chances are Bawa is clean and pumping.
Hinako Secrets - In addition, there are 5 secret spots that we can boat to when the weather and conditions are favorable. If the swell is too big to paddle into, as is common at Bawa, we also offer guided tow-in surfing via jet-ski. Photographers and videographers are available on request to catch your biggest barrels and gnarliest wipeouts.
Main Land Nias – We can also arrange trips to the famed Lagundri Bay, only two and a half hours from the resort by boat and private car. Though typically very crowded with traveling surfers and shredding local boys who have grown up with perfection at their fingertips, Lagundri is an unbelievable right-hander with smooth, ultra- consistent barrels, definitely worthy of a detour.
STUFF TO BRING
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SURFED OUT?
Asu Paradise offers a wide range of activities for surfers and non-surfers alike. So don’t worry, wives, girlfriends, and non-surfing friends will have just as much fun as you! Here are some of our most popular activities:
- Guided tow-in surfing on selected spots and conditions
- Sport fishing for tackle-busting game fish
- Spear fishing (bring your own gear)
- Stand-up paddle boarding
- SCUBA diving and snorkeling turquoise reefs
- Romantic picnics on secluded island beaches (by arrangement)
- Beach bonfires under the stars
- Trekking around the island
- Watching videos on the TV in the common area
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Asu Paradise Surf Resort’s policy with regards to reservations and payment is that: 50% of the amount due is payable upon making the reservation in order for us to hold your room. The remaining 50% is due thirty (30) days prior to your arrival. In the event that you have to cancel or reschedule your trip, we will provide you with a 100% refund as long as you cancel forty five (45) days prior to your arrival. If you cancel within the forty five (45) days prior to your arrival, we will refund 50% of your vacation package amount. If you reschedule, Asu Paradise Surf Resort will credit all paid amounts to your rescheduled trip.
The above policies are non-negotiable. We strongly advise protecting yourself with traveler’s insurance. Below is a link to a provider we highly recommend.