Surf Travel Insurance for Your Mentawai Surf Trip

Surfing in the Mentawai Islands is world-class, but the location is remote. Accidents or travel disruptions can cost you time and money. Surf travel insurance protects your health, your gear, and your plans.

Here’s why you need it:

Surfing carries a risk of injury
The Mentawai Islands are far from major hospitals
Medical evacuations are expensive
Ferry delays can affect your flight connections
Airlines can lose or damage surfboards
Travel disruptions can lead to non-refundable losses

Why You Need Surf Travel Insurance for a Mentawai Surf Trip

Not all policies cover surf travel. Choose one that includes:

Injuries from surfing (like reef cuts or fractures)
Emergency medical care and evacuation
Trip cancellations and delays
Lost or damaged luggage, including surfboards
Weather-related and natural disaster coverage

What Your Surf Travel Insurance Should Cover

When to Buy Surf Travel Insurance

Buy your policy as soon as you book your Mentawai surf trip. Some providers won’t cover cancellations if the policy is purchased too late.

Emergency Medical Needs During Your Mentawai Surf Trip

Mentawai has no full-service hospitals. Emergency care is in Padang. In serious cases, evacuation to Jakarta or Singapore may be required. This can cost thousands without insurance. Mentawai Balcony will issue a formal statement to support your insurance claim and assist you in contacting your provider during an emergency.

Mentawai Surf Tax and Health Requirements

The Mentawai surf tax is mandatory. It funds local services and coastal monitoring. Insurance will not cover this fee. Also, check that your routine vaccines are up to date.

Mentawai Surf Tax →

Final Checklist Before Your Mentawai Surf Trip