Pack List
Necessities
Airline tickets/hotel vouchers
Passport
Travel insurance
Surfboards
Coffin travel bag
Smaller “sleeve” bag or bubble wrap for added protection
Leashes (a longer; thicker leash for bigger surf and a back up leash would not be a bad idea)
Extra leash cord
Fins
Fin keys
Tropical/warm water wax
Wax comb
Beach towels
Reef booties
Surf/swim trunks
LOTS of sunscreen
Sunglasses
Personal toiletries and medications
Cap/Beach hat
Walking shorts
T-shirts/tank tops
Flip flops/sandals
Tennis shoes/hiking boots
Socks
Light pair of long pants (for mosquito protection)
Long-sleeved shirt (for bug protection)
Insect repellant
Basic first aid kit
Small backpack/bag for surf trips, beach trips, or trekking adventures
Cash (USD, EURO, or Indonesian Rupiah; new bills only)
Credit card
Cell phone
Ziploc bags for packing or sealing smaller items
Other considerations
Nose guard for surfboard
Short sleeved rash guard
Surf hat/cap
Gath helmet
2 mil top or spring suit for protection and/or added warmth
Super glue for quick repair of reef cuts and nicks
Sunburn relief gel/lotion
Moisturizer
Laptop
Books to read
Favorite DVDs/surf flicks
Ding repair kit
iPod/music CDs
Camera
Camcorder
Extra batteries for your electronic devices
Chargers
Malaria medication
Favorite snacks or vitamins
Cipro, or good multi-use antibiotic
Waterproof jacket
Fishing Lures (see Dive pages for more information)
Personal scuba, snorkeling, free-diving, or spearfishing gear
Virtual Tour
Want an idea of what a day in the life of a Mentawais Paradise is like? Take a virtual tour of the Aloita, created by Jamie of The Perfect Wave in Australia.
Specials!
We have a variety of specials to accommodate the many types of travelers we get at Aloita, such as our Surfari Special, Fish'n Mission, and Diventure Package. We also offer custom cultural trekking excursions to the jungles of Siberut. Contact us for more details.
Check the Latest Weather
How will the visibility be for you dives during your stay at Aloita? Check the latest wind and weather forecast for the North Mentawais on Windguru.com.
Happy Travelers
My husband and I spent 10 days at Aloita and it was heaven! Our private bungalow, just steps from the beach, was the perfect escape from my busy city life. As a surfer/non-surfer couple we have gone on many tropical vacations together and Aloita was one of the best. We were able to relax, snorkel and explore the island together all just a quick speed boat trip away from Indo's famous surf. Plus the resort is absolutely beautiful! I loved our bungalow, it was super nice and comfortable and had a big front terrace where I could kick back with a book and a cold beer from our fridge filled with goodies. The staff was super nice and service was excellent. I loved the dining area and bar as well - excellent food and beautiful surroundings. We will definitely visit Aloita again!
Kristin Kellner (San Francisco, CA, USA)
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