DAY 1:

- Guests will be picked up from Kuta hotel and transferred to the domestic airport for there flight to Kupang.

- Flight is 1.5 hour in total (please note there is a surfboard tax of around $2.00Usd per kilogram there is no restriction on surfboard size, only a surfboard tax) also departure tax of Rp30, 000 payable inside the airport.

- On arrival in Kupang guests will be met by a representative from Nembrala Surf Camp and transferred to their hotel in Kupang. The hotel faces the ocean and rooms are air-conditioned with breakfast included.

DAY 2:

- Guests will be picked up from the hotel at 7.30am and transferred to the harbor (30 minute drive) to catch the ferry (you will receive a return fast Ferry ticket, VIP class).

- Ferry departs at 9am. Surfboards are extra charge of around $1.00Usd payable upon boarding.  Ferry trip is 2hrs in total. In VIP class you are located in an air-conditioned seating area with wide screen KARAOKE Stereo/television to watch or if you have a DVD movie you can ask the staff to put it on. You will receive a snack and water on the trip. Please note luggage is stored in front of the cabin. It is an idea to collect your bags just before arriving in Baa to make your departure quicker.  

-On departure of the ferry collect your surfboards and make your way to the parking area. There will be a number of people trying to offer you transportation, please remember the camp's representative will be holding a sign with your name on it.  Fast ferry arrives at BAA at 11.00am

-Our representative will load the guest’s luggage and then take you to Nembrala which is an hour drive through lush and primitive village. You will arrive at Nembrala surf camp just in time for lunch.

The following days will see you relaxing, surfing to your hearts content, exploring the Island and meeting the friendly locals.

LAST DAY:

-After breakfast around 9am Nembrala Surf Camp will transfer guests back to Baa harbor where the fast ferry will take guests back to Kupang.

-Ferry leaves at 11.30am and arrives in Kupang at 2pm. Staff will meet guests as they get off the ferry in Kupang and transfer them to the airport for there flight back to Bali. It takes around 40 minutes from Harbor to Airport.

- Once at the airport guests will have to pay a departure tax of Rp20, 000 and then wait for there flight to board. On arrival in Bali we will meet guests and transfer them to Kuta hotel.

Nembrala Surf Camp accommodation consists of simple yet comfortable wooden huts with traditional lontar palm roofs. All rooms are a separate building ensuring privacy and are fan cooled with mosquito nets. The beds are extremely comfortable, especially after a hard day's surfing. Each room has a large veranda with seats to relax and watch the ocean whilst catching the off shore breezes ensuring you don't over heat.

Meals;

3 meals are provided everyday; there is a set menu which will be given to you on arrival. The kitchen staff at the Nembrala Surf Camp understands the needs of Surfers and all meals are surfer’s portions, plenty of rice, fish, chicken and if you are game they make a sensational chili paste.

DRINKS;

1 large bottle of Drinking water and 1 large bottle of Bin tang Beer are provided to each guest everyday. If guests would like more they can purchase soft drinks, water, juices, milkshakes etc at the restaurant. 

SURF TRANSFERS:

We provide boat transfer access to T-Land surf point to all World Surfaris guests twice a day just let our staff know and they will be happy to escort you (except when take surf trips to Boa). You can walk out to the T-land on low tide it is around a 500 meter walk.

ROTE CULTURE AND HISTORY:

Rote island is especially known for its beautiful, white sandy beaches, its great surf, its ritual traditions, its beautiful ikat weavings and the Sasando, a traditional stringed musical instrument that is unique to the island of Rote and made using the lontar palm.

 

Rote has many ancient arts and traditions. Many prominent Indonesia nationalist leaders were born here. According to legend, this island got its name accidentally when a lost Portuguese sailor arrived and asked a farmer where he was. The surprised farmer, who could not speak Portuguese, introduced himself, "Rote".

Rote just off the southern tip of Timor Island consists of rolling hills, terraced plantations, and acacia palm, savanna and some forests. The Rotinese depend on the lontar palm for basic survival, but also supplement their income with fishing and jewelry making.

The society of Rote is divided up into two clans which used to be kingdoms before Indonesia's independence. These clans are named "Sunrise" and "Sunset" respectively.

The clans are ruled by two Lords (one male and one female) and several advisers. Each clan performs its own rituals during the annual HUS celebration, a traditional New Year festival. At the HUS, the Rotenese men make offerings to the ancestors of the clan, wearing traditional clothing, and the women perform dances accompanied by the sasando, the Rotenese guitar.

 

Agriculture is the main form of employment and fishing is also important, especially in the eastern village of Papela. Christianity is the major religion on Rote.

 

WHAT TO BRING:

DVD (movies) to watch in the camp as there is currently a limited amount to choose from, FIRST AID KIT, Fishing Gear (If you would like to go fishing), Snorkeling equipment, there are a number of accessible reef areas that are great to explore just a short walk from the camp. Surf Equipment; wax, spare leg rope and fins, during the months of July, August and September World Surfaris suggests you pack a spring suit or 1mm titanium rash guard as the trade winds can make things a bit chilly. Books or an IPOD, Adapter plugs, as all plugs are Indonesian 2 prong.

 

EXTRA INFORMATION;

The Camp grounds include; an outdoor shower, 1 outdoor bar and restaurant, an indoor restaurant.

There is a DVD player, television and stereo to watch in the restaurant after a full day of surfing.

 

MEDICAL; There is a Doctor on call in the Nembrala village.

 

COMMUNICATION; The local Indonesia SIMPATI SIM card is the best bet. There is a strong signal 24hours a day. Guests can purchase a SIM card in Bali or at Rote.  Or guests can use the mobile phone at the camp for a small charge.

 

MALARIA: Bring some Mosquito repellent, as most of the islands in Indonesia there is Malaria, although there is hardly any mosquitoes in the dry season in Rote, it’s a good idea to take some precautions at night, we provide mosquito nets. Preventive pills are recommended and we advise you consult your doctor before leaving home.

 

ELECTRICITY: Currently electricity is on from 6pm until 6am and full day on Sundays.

 

LOCAL MARKETS: This is a cultural hub and a must for first timers, Markets happens every Tuesday.

 

HUS FESTIVAL: This is the biggest festival in Rote with horse races, dances and more it is on only once a year in the village of Boni during July. Don’t forget to pick up a Tiilangga -traditional Rote hat.

 

 

See below for detailed surf report:

Optimum Conditions are;

Swell: SSW

Winds: ESE

 

 

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