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Sail Surf in Indonesia
What's the maximum GROUP SIZE?
The Sri Noa Noa is designed for small groups of family and / or
friends. There are two double beds and three single beds, so we
can sleep up to 7 passengers. There is plenty of flat space
on deck for those who like to sleep under the stars. We usually
have groups of between 2 to 6 guests, and
on shorter trips we will take 7. For trip longer than 7 or 8 day (mainly surfing trips), we recommend a maximum of 5-6 guests.
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WHAT
SHOULD I BRING?
No a lot! Dress on board is very casual, and passengers
are advised to dress modestly during village visits. For nature
walks, bring several sets of long sleeve, lightweight shirts and
long trousers. The tropical sun is intense so be sure to bring
a hat, a pair of sunglasses, good sun block-out and tropical strength
mosquito repellent. A comfortable pair of shoes for trekking is
a must. We also recommend that you bring at least one pair
of sport shoes that you won't mind getting wet for zodiac landings
and exploring local reefs, or specially designed reef shoes or
booties. Of course bring your swimmers or board shorts and
your beach towel. Snorkelling and fishing equipment are
provided, but if you are an enthusiast, please feel free to bring
you own. Other items you might wan to consider include:
favourite CD's, still & video camera, books you want to read,
a bottle of your favourite duty free spirits, or wines.
Local beer is provided, limited to two bottles per person per
day, extras can be purchased on-board at local prices. You
don't need to bring any linen or bedding, as it is supplied.
A small first aid kit is also recommended, along with sufficient
supplies of any prescribed medicines you take. There is
plenty of storage on board for all your gear, and we have secure
storage in Bali for extra luggage you won't need on you cruise.
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DO
I NEED A VISA?
Most nationals are granted a US$25 30-day tourist visa issued and payable upon arrival in Indonesia. Passports
must be valid for 6 months after the date of entry.
Please contact your nearest Indonesian consulate to confirm visa
requirements or visit http://www.embassyworld.com/Visa_Search/Visa_Search.html
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WHAT
LEVEL OF FITNESS DO I NEED?
These cruises are generally for people of normal fitness levels,
without any physical disabilities or illnesses that may prevent
them from making the most of their time partaking in the various
activities you can only enjoy in this part of the world such as:
swimming, snorkelling, fishing, bush walking and general sight seeing.
Again, it depends on what you want to do, so if you prefer to observe
a volcano from its base, rather than walk up to its peak, it's your
choice. We can ensure all activities are within your limits.
At minimum, you need to be comfortable with climbing a small ladder
to and from the tender (dinghy) to the vessel, with the assistance
of crew. You will need to ensure that you have the standard
vaccinations for travelling to the region - see your doctor or local
travellers medical vaccinations centre for advice.
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MUST
I KNOW HOW TO SAIL?
These are crewed charters. No sailing experience is necessary. Our crew are experienced
sailors and will look after everything for you while you sit back
and relax.
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CAN
I GO SCUBA DIVING?
Yes. Being home to some of the worlds most beautiful coral
reefs, there are numerous professional diving schools at various
locations we visit, including Lombok and Flores. All equipment
and qualified instruction is provided. We can organise all
the details.
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CAN
I RE-CHARGE MY VIDEO BATTERIES?
Yes. There is 220-240 Volt, 50Hz AC as well as 10-24 Volt
DC power sources. We have various adaptors onboard.
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CAN
I PLAN MY OWN ITINERARY?
Definitely. Many of our customers, particularly the surfers,
know exactly where they wan to go so we just take them there.
They work in with our Captain, Heri, to find the best waves in any
given swell, wind and tide conditions. Some customers often
have a special purpose for their trip, such as researching particular
flora and fauna in the region, or to see specific places of natural
interest, such as the prehistoric Komodo Dragons. We can cater
to all requirements.
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WHAT'S
THE MINIMUM CRUISE DURATION?
We do not have set durations, it's up to you. Most cruises
are between 6 - 10 day, which gives you enough time to see many
of the fascination places in the region, and really experience life
at sea in the tropics. We also do shorter trips from 1 - 3
nights, particularly for special occasions such as honeymoons, birthdays,
New Year celebrations and so on. Contact us to discuss your
requirements.
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DO
I NEED TO BE AN EXPERIENCED SURFER?
Generally surfing in Indonesia is best for intermediate to advanced
surfers, that's because there are so many world class breaks in
the region, fed by the unhindered arctic ground swells that travel
up the Indian ocean, met by the gentle, smoothing offshore trade
winds. However, like all places that get good waves, there
are also places with gentler breaking waves suitable for beginners
and new comers to surfing who just want to enjoy the warm tropical
water and smaller clean waves that are within their capabilities.
Let us know your requirements and we will get you to the right waves
to suit your standard.
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WHERE
IS BALI?
The island of Bali is part of the Republic of Indonesia and
is located 8 to 9 degrees south of the equator between Java in the
West and Lombok and the lesser Sunda Islands (Sumbawa, Flores, Sumba
and Timor) in the East. Bali itself is just one of the approximately
14,000 islands that comprise the Indonesian archipelago.Cruise
Bali can plan a personal itinerary to suit, sailing to many of these
islands WHEREVER THE SURF IS ON.
Bali
is an island east of Java, separated by the small Strait of Bali,
and surrounded by the Java Sea on the north, the Indian Ocean on
the south, and the Strait of Lombok on the east. The population
of nearly 3 million is mostly Hindu. The largest town and administrative
centre is Denpasar with a population of over 300,000.
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WHAT'S
THE CLIMATE LIKE?
Bali enjoys tropical weather, being only a few degrees south
of the equator. It means that the sun rises at 6 AM in the morning
and sets at 6 PM in the afternoon, everyday of the year. It also
means that temperature variation is very small, averaging around
24-30 Celsius, and it does not have four seasons. From December
to March, the west monsoon brings showers and relatively high humidity,
but usually the rains pass quickly. You can expect pleasant
day temperatures year-round. The difference between seasons is marginal;
at the peak of the wet season you will see about a half-hour to
an hour of rain in the afternoon. The rest of the time: nice, warm
temperatures, with a hint of a sea breeze.
This climate endows Bali and the surrounding islands with a
number of unique vegetations, including waringin trees (banyan),
salak Bali, and a multitude of flowers from a very fragrant cempaka
(Michelia champaca) to literally thousands of varieties of orchids.
In Ubud and high in the mountains you can expect cloudy skies and
showers throughout the year (this is why the international weather
reports for Bali often mention showers and rain storms). In these
higher regions such as in Bedugul or Kintamani you'll also need
either a sweater or jacket after the sun sets.
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WHAT'S
THE GEOGRAPHY LIKE?
Bali itself is just one of the approximately 14,000 islands
that comprise the Indonesian archipelago. Cruise Bali can plan a
personal itinerary to suit. Bali is situated east of Java, separated
by the narrow Strait of Bali, and surrounded by the Java Sea to
the north, the Indian Ocean to the south, and the Strait of Lombok
on the east. A string of volcanic mountains crown the northern part
of Bali, with Gunung Agung (Mount Divine, literally) as the tallest
at 3,142 meters. This volcano as well as Mount Batukaru, Mount Batur,
and Mount Merebuk are still active. Cruise on the Sri Noa Noa, to
these active volcanoes, anchor just offshore and then climb them!
One thing to remember about Bali is that the island is not too big
- about 100 miles from North to South, and 175 miles from West to
East.
East
of Bali stretches a chain of tropical islands which have hardly
changed in centuries – the home of many different ethnic tribes
who still maintain their ancient languages, religions, rituals,
and traditions. The Sri Noa Noa will anchor close in to these islands
for a day/night or longer-YOU decide. The islands around Komodo
are also the only place in the world where you can still see large
land reptiles. Descendants of the carnivorous Dinosaurs, they have
survived from the Jurassic age, over 130 million years ago. Sail
to these atolls on the Sri Noa Noa, disembark and (carefully) photograph
these living fossils. Lombok, Sumba, Sumbawa, Flores, Timor, and
many smaller islands including Komodo are known as the "Lesser Sunda
Islands" and are part of the fabled "Spice Islands" of Indonesia.
The
coral reefs here are among the most beautiful in the world. Swim
and snorkel these reefs on a Sri Noa Noa cruise. Our shallow draft
lets us anchor right on top of the most spectacular reefs in the
area. Much of the flora and fauna is unique to this region. These
islands are in stark contrast to refined and polished Bali with
its lush tropical vegetation, manicured landscape and hand-carved
rice terraces. With its refined culture and performing arts, Bali
has for a long time been admired by the West as a mystic Island
Paradise. A cruise charter on the Sri Noa Noa to the Lesser Sunda
Islands is an extension of your visit to Bali. You'll experience
totally different worlds.
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HOW
TO GET TO BALI: Don't look for "Bali" in airline
time tables. It's listed as "Denpasar" (DPS) which is
the name of the island's capital. However, from Bali's modern international
airport we can pick you up and take you onboard the Sri Noa Noa
to begin your "Cruise through this Tropical Paradise".
Some years ago, getting to Bali required changing planes in Bangkok,
Singapore or Jakarta. However, today there is an increasing number
of direct connections between Denpasar and Adelaide, Amsterdam,
Auckland, Bangkok, Brunei, Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin, Frankfurt,
Fukuoka, Guam, Honolulu, Kaohsiung, Kuala Lumpur, London, Los Angeles,
Melbourne, Munich, Nagoya, Osaka, Paris, Perth, Rome, Seoul, Singapore,
Sydney, Taipei, Tokyo, Vienna, and Zurich etc.
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ECONOMY:
Bali's economy is one of the most vibrant in Indonesia, fuelled
by a constant flow of tourism dollars and supported by agricultural
production and trade revenues. Balinese people are gifted artists,
producing garments and arts and crafts that are exported. You can
cruise to village markets on the Sri Noa Noa and purchase directly
from the villagers that create these treasures. In addition to a
friendly, enchanting nature of people and culture, Bali is also
endowed with fertile land.
The
primary export products are garments, handicrafts, and agricultural
products such as fish, coffee, tuna, seaweed, and vanilla. The arable
land of South Bali and a sophisticated irrigation mechanism arranged
through the Water Temple system gives Bali and its people two full
crops of rice year after year. Corn and other horticulture is also
planted. The land is also an excellent grazing pasture for Balinese
cattle, water buffalo, goats, sheep, and horses. Pigs, chickens
and ducks are raised by the farmers on their land. The rain forests
in Bali produce cayuput oil, rattan, and incense, which is used
ubiquitously in Balinese ceremonies. Marlin, tuna, baramundi, seaweed,
and shrimp are quite abundant in the seas surrounding Bali.
Please
contact us if you
have more questions
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