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West Sumbawa
The next surf zone of West Sumbawa has been surfed for decades, but due to lack of good transport links, it has remained a boat itinerary for most. Scar, Supers and Yoyo’s are firm favourites, but cruise around the corner and a wave wilderness opens up along the south coast for 180km (110mi). Once again the charters are in a hurry to get to the name breaks and safe anchorages so few spots are regularly surfed. The predominant coastal angle would favour NW wet season winds, but there are many deep bays backed by high coastal ranges that funnel winds down valleys to meet the sea at rivermouths and reef passes that are going to work during the dry season. Remoteness, rough seas and no roads are going to keep this coast off the maps for years to come.
Lombok and Sumbawa fall into the middle ground of Nusa Tenggara province, confusingly named Nusa Tenggara Barat (translates as Southeastern Islands West). The climate is far drier, supporting a brown landscape of scrub and bush, clinging to lowland hills and a smattering of volcanoes. Sumbawa’s Mt Tambora ejected 4 times the magma of Krakatau, killing 72,000 and caused the “year of no summer” in 1816. These days the island remains sparsely populated, infrastructure is rudimentary with few good roads and the bustling tourist towns of Bali and beyond have yet to materialise here. Surfers have however, carved out a couple of epicentres alongside the two best west-facing surfing coasts. Across the Alas Strait from Lombok, a concentrated stretch of sharp, shallow reefs leave little to the imagination with names like Super Suck and Scar Reef, attracting thrill seekers who are usually on one of the many charters cruising between Bali and Rote.
Find more general info about when to go and statistics on the Low Pressure’s Stormrider Guide website.
Lombok
A mere stone’s throw away from Bali across the deeply cut channel is Lombok, a different, drier world that is like an exploded version of the Bukit Peninsula on Bali, just without the 5 star hotels. The real touristy feel is reserved for the Gili’s way up the north of the Lombok Strait, which feed off huge swells and NW winds, but there are further possibilities for surf along this west coast north of Sengigi and amongst the serene islands nestling behind Bangko Bangko. The south coast is cliffy and rocky, with lots of little islets and punctuated by a few really deep bays, which give Lombok way more flexibility in regards to swell size and beginners waves. It’s hard to suss the waves from the charter boats, who have their usual stops, but rarely find the time to explore, so there are some quiet corners along this coast for sure.
At its closest point, Lombok sits only 18km (11mi) east of Bali, yet major physical, cultural, linguistic and religious differences exist. The deep strait separating these islands links the Indian and Pacific oceans and is part of the “Wallace Line”, an established physical division between Asia and Australia. Bali is green with lush, tropical vegetation, while Lombok is drier, more rugged, with completely different flora and fauna. While the mountainous north rises to 3726m (12,224ft) at the top of Mount Rinjani, the south is a range of low inland hills spread behind the sweeping bays and pure white sands of the southern beaches. In terms of location, most surf breaks are truly breathtaking, but are generally regarded as of lower quality or intensity than Bali’s, with the notable exception of Desert Point, elected “Best Wave in the World” by Tracks magazine’s readers. More than any other island in Indo, Lombok is a year-round surfing destination. The peak season is obviously from April until early November, when classic 6-12ft (2-4m) longer period swells arrive from a SSW-WSW direction, which continue to arrive at 3-6ft (1-2m) during the wet season. More S suits Desert’s, the Gilis and the deep bays of Grupuk and Ekas, while more west will hit Mawi and exposed reefs nicely.
Find more general info about when to go and statistics on the Low Pressure’s Stormrider Guide website.
East Bali
Bali is “The island of 1000 temples” which the locals believe is blessed by the gods. The gods certainly have blessed the local surfers, because they live in a perfect, tropical surf paradise. Although 40 years of booming tourism development has drastically transformed the landscape and the line-ups, Bali remains an essential surfing experience. There is no denying the quality and quantity of its surf, when SW swells wrap consistent lines around the Bukit Peninsula into straight offshore winds, creating a list of world-class lefts, including Uluwatu, Padang Padang, Bingin and Kuta Reef. Add to these the quality beachbreaks of Kuta and Legian, plus the east side rights of Nusa Dua, Sanur and Keramas or Shipwrecks and Lacerations on Nusa Lembongan, then it becomes obvious that Bali has one of the highest concentration of quality waves on the planet. It’s geographical position mid-chain with the plunging depths of the Java Trench just offshore plus the island like symmetry of the Bukit peninsula poking into the regular SW swell train, offering offshore flexibility during the predictable trade wind seasons are just two of the defining factors that make Bali’s surf so good. There’s a huge variety of wave types from sublime, coral-floored caverns to supine, sand bottomed beachies that seem to bring the best out of surfers from complete beginners to budding pros. This microcosm of perfection has bred a couple of generations of supremely talented local surfers, who surf with a grace and ease that sits beautifully alongside the poise and unhurried approach to life that the general Balinese population exudes.
Find more general info about when to go and statistics on the Low Pressure’s Stormrider Guide website.
East Java
This 600km south-facing stretch of Javanese shores represents the lightest surfed coastline in Indo’s southern hemisphere wave zone. The reasons why this stretch is unappealing include a year-round, side to onshore wind exposure, an unhelpful geology of plunging volcanic cliffs, islets and skerries, separated by long, current scoured, black sand beaches. Dangerous, thumping close-outs drum the sand in the swell season, but the potential for smaller, peaky, SE-SW swells to create piping beachbreaks in the shoulder and off season is always there. Luck plays a big part in identifying where rideable sandbars may be and finding other surfers to tackle lonely breaks is rare. Yogyakarta surfers are close to unruly Parangtritis Beach, but will head east to Pacitan where the deep protection of Teleng Ria Beach offers a sliding scale size of beachbreak plus a cultured left rivermouth that’s protected from the trades. The crazed coastline of pocket bays and ragged rocky islets continues east, and there are some potential set-ups for both trade wind directions or glassy conditions. Sudimoro has an E-wind-protected left reef, but construction of a power plant and jetty has brought pollution. Round the corner the Banjar rivermouth and beachbreak has similar exposure and water quality problems. More scalloped bays of volcanic sand face into the SW swell and some have defined lefthanders in the eastern corners, nestling out of the sideshore winds. Tambakrejo has rights and lefts over a dead coral shelf, but needs N quadrant winds. The limestone reef at Balekambang is fairly straight and exposed, but it’s a popular tourist spot to see the island temple a la Tanah Lot. The islands of Sempu and Barung are way too cliffy and the big bay of beachbreaks between them can have some heavy barrels, but it’s usually unappealing and windblown. This trend of cliff and close-out continues right through the mountainous Meru Betiri National Park and on to the serendipitous curve of Grajagan Bay and the majestic lefts of G-Land.
Find more general info about when to go and statistics on the Low Pressure’s Stormrider Guide website.
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A Raw Luxury Pleasure Yacht
Across 3 stunning decks, Splendour offers guests more space and comfort than any other luxury yacht of its size.
With its vast flat surfaced decks and experience centred design, Splendour has maximum usable space for any occasion and guest requirement . Relax in our genorous back longe, enjoy your aperitivo on the upper deck, nap in our air-conditioned cabins, watch a documentary in the Splendour cinema or dive off the swim deck for a refreshing morning snorkel.
Classic Design
Spendour has been inspired by American 1920 pleasure yachts and designed specifically for leisurely cruises for families and friends who are looking for adventure in comfort and style.
No other boat of this shape and style has ever been conceived in Indonesia. Splendour was built on the shores of Ara Beach in Sulawesi, the very birthplace of the country’s boatbuilding tradition. Old hands have magically carved out a classic boat with contemporary lines, warm textured interior and modern preferences.
Saloon & Lounge
An open plan yacht. The inside seamlessly meets the outside making our bar, dining and back-lounge areas an engaging interconnected space.
Wether you are sipping a cocktail at the bar, having dinner at the dining table or relaxing on the back lounge, you always feel connected to other guests including your children. Unlike many other yachts, the open space of Splendour feels inviting, bright and generous making it an ideal area to relax and socialise.
Upper Deck
It is vast in size, stunning in design and fun to spend time on. Be it day or night, the upper deck of Splendour will morph into whatever you want it to be.
The ideal place for morning yoga, a short meditation or simply to watch the world go by. Jump off for a refreshing dip or read a book under the sun shade. The best place to watch the sunset, a relaxed after dinner drink or romantic stargazing.
Master Cabin
Splendour's master cabin at the bow of the boat was design for maximum comfort and privacy.
This well designed space with clean simple lines features an en-suite WC, bathroom, fine linens, reading lights, air-conditioning, ventilation hatches, 4 portholes and a personal B&O speaker system.
Cocoon Cabins
Our cocoon cabins are cosy, super functional with everything you need and nothing you don't.
Both cocoon cabins are identical on the starboard and port side of the lower deck. They have direct access to a separate bathroom and WC. Both cabins feature fine linens, air-conditioning, reading lights, 2 portholes and a personal B&O speaker system.
Converted Back Lounge
If you like to sleep under the stars or invite two additional passengers, our back lounge becomes your open cabin.
On your request we convert the back lounge into a twin outdoor cabin. You have the option of keeping it open for an outdoor sleep or fully enclosing the back area with our waterproof wooden blinds to offer a contained space with privacy.
A Space for Everyone
Whether you want to be social with friends or are looking for a quiet spot to read your book, Splendour has plenty or spaces for different occasions. Enjoy!
The front lounge is a pleasant space to sunbathe or watch dolphins and turtles while cruising. Use our deck chairs or bean bags to set up your comfy spot on the upper deck, make the most of our ‘patch of grass’ and enjoy easy access to and from the ocean via our ergonomic swim deck at the back of the boat.
Detailed Yacht Specifications
65 feet in length and spread over 3 flat-surfaced decks for maximum utility, Splendour offers 3 wonderful cabins to comfortably accomodate up to 6-8 guests.
Cabins
- One air conditioned master cabin with en-suite bathroom and WC
- Two air conditioned double cabins with shared bathroom and WC
- Optional outdoor sleeping areas on back lounge
- Dining saloon
- Open-plan kitchen bar
- Back Lounge
- Front Lounge
- Main deck bathroom and shower
- Shade sail
- Deckchairs and tables
- Sun loungers
- Beanbags
- Garden
Swim Deck
- Accessible from water
- Freshwater shower
- All cabins are fully air-conditioned.
Sound
- B&O and Harman Kardon speaker systems are available for every cabin, the dining salon and on the roof deck.
Battery system
- Our state-of-the-art battery system enables you to enjoy complete silence, yet maintaining all creature comforts.
Onboard water-maker
- Quality, fresh drinking water is produced onboard.
Tender
- 8-guest seater tender with 40HP engine available for private transfers, water sports and local voyages.
Leisure equipement
- 8 Snorkelling sets
- 1 Double stand-up paddle board
- 2 Wake boards
- 2 Surf boards
- 1 Inflatable unicorn
- 2 Electric scooters
- 1 Picnic set
- Ara, Sulawesi, Indonesia in 2018
Type
- Classical 1920 American pleasure boat design made from solid ironwood and teak.
Measurements
- Length 20m
- Beam 5m
- Draft 2.3m /
Engine
- Yanmar 180 hp
Cruising Speed
- 6-9 knots
Reach
- 900-1000 nautical miles
Water
- 2 ton stock
- Freshwater maker
Crew
- Captain
- 1st Officer
- Chief Engineer
- Engineer Assistant / Deck Hand
- Chef
- Guide / Buttler
What awaits you
5 Reasons To Choose the Splendour
- Unique contemporary raw design
- Brand new state of the art quiet motor
- Surf Indonesia in comfort and style
- Easy trip start/finish from Bali or Lombok International Airports
- Surf guide from the team of one of the most experience vessels in the area
Experience the Indonesian islands aboard a contemporary design charter
The interior of this vessel aims to create a laid back feel for its guests with light wooden features and trimmed with luxury features. There’s plenty of room aboard for a small group of up to 8 guests, with rooms to suit couples or the individual travellers. Most rooms are equipped with their own ensuite bathroom.
Check out some of Indonesia’s best waves starting from the Island of Gods
Depending on your skill level and how long you plan to charter your way through Indonesia’s best waves, you can visit all over Bali, Lombok, West Sumbawa, Nusa Lembongan and the famous G-Land. All of these places offer up world class waves for the most experienced surfers but also a few easier breaks for the not so advanced. Just let your onboard surf guide take the reigns and you can sit back and relax!
Don't worry - there is plenty to do for non-surfers or if you are surfed out
On board you can find an array of extra activities such as a SUP, snorkelling gear, fishing equipment and floatation devices. Though if you are looking to relax, there is the rooftop deck garden floor, movie nights and lots of lounging space. The on board chef and butler will take care of all your culinary needs and quench your thirst with a fine selection of food and alcohol.
- Surfing: Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, we will find you the right wave and plenty of surf.
- Stand-Up paddle board: Use our 2-person SUP to go for a paddle, exploring lagoons and mangroves.
- A night at the Cinema: Enjoy a popcorn evening with a curated selection of films and documentaries in total comfort.
- Snorkelling and diving: You will be holding your breath with the best fish in the region.
- Water toys: Choose from our selection of inflatables to play with or pose on.
- Golf: Who would have thought? Swing a club and feed the fish.
- Electric scooters: Transport anyone? With a 60km-range you won’t run out of steam when exploring the islands.
- Yoga with the crew: Not negotiable. Just 15 minutes of sun salutations that will last you the day.
- Fishing: Catch your own meal if you can. We provide you with the bait and tackle.
- Massages and facials: Your very own private floating spa. Open reservations, a gently rocking boat, pure bliss.
- Photo opportunities: Book a photographer to catch you at your best. #likesguaranteed.
- Treasure hunt: Follow the map and look for the clues. Splendour brings you into a world filled with treasure.
The taste of adventure
Food brings people together, it transports you to places and it reminds you of where you have been. We wanted to approach the concept of meals onboard in the same way that we do in our everyday lives at home - that of conscious, light and fresh food, full of goodness and flavour without the processed, overcooked fillers that we are all constantly exposed to.
With our menus, we hope to elevate the overall sense of well-being for every journey on Splendour. From delicious green juices, organic eggs and seed crackers to sashimi of the freshest catch and simple plates of fresh pasta and popping tomatoes. Conscious cocktails with quality liquors and fruit smoothies to agree with the most discerning palates.
Let us know if you have any dietary preferences. Please be aware that our menu has to follow the seasons and local availability. We will always strive to cater to your taste buds.
Menu
Good Morning
Start the day with healthy tasty bites from mostly locally sourced farmers and makers.
- Bubur Ayam: Indonesian classic.A tasty chicken porridge seasoned to your liking.
- Bread & Butter: Fresh sourdough from Farine Bakery, Gluten free bread from Oka Bakery, Unsalted or salted butter, Honey, Strawberry,blackberry,blueberry, bitter orange or cherry jam
- Coffee: Choose from local coffee from Farine’s roasters or Illy coffee
- Tees: Choose from Earl Grey, Pure White, Black Chai, Vanilla Coconut, Ayurveda, Healing Tea
- Milk: From Cow or Nut,Home made cashew milk
- Yoghurt
- Juices: Orange, Watermelon with lime and ginger, Cucumber with lime and mint, Pineapple with lime, Mango
- On the Plate: Avocado on toasted sourdough with feta, lime and chilli (optional egg), Omelettewithparmesanand mushrooms. Add bacon if you fancy.
- Soft boiled or fried egg to your liking.
- East Bali Cashews Musli / Granola
- Choose from Chocolate Vanilla, Coconut Banana, Ginger Chai Rosella, Rosella Cinnamon
- Fresh Local Fruits: We follow the season and chose from mango, watermelon, papaya, pineapple, banana, starfruit, dragon fruit, mangosteen, orange, lime, apple, pear and more.
Snacks & Drinks
- Some little finger-food and healthy drinks to get you through the day.
- Guacamole: Home made guacamole with chilli and coriander
- Olives with chilli: Choose from green or black olives with chill flakes.
- Cheeses: Choose from brie, camembert, blue cheese, parmesan
- Crackers: Hand made sesame seed crackers from Oka bakery, Plaincrackers, Oka crackers
- Lindt Chocolate: Choose from cocoa 85%, orange, mint or creamy.
- Water: Soda water with lime or cucumber, Still water with lime or cucumber, Perrier mineral water, Tonic water, Ginger Ale
- Juices: Orange, Watermelon with lime and ginger, Cucumber with lime and mint, Pineapple with lime, Mango
- Smoothies: Choose from normal milk or cashew milk and add yoghurt if you like, Banana with cacao and goji berry, Mango, Dragonfruit and banana, Mixedberries
Lunch & Dinner
- Family style meals to be shared. Choose one or multiple dishes for the entire table.
- Splendour’s Nasi Goreng: Fried red rice with vegetables, egg and optional chicken
- Soto Ayam: Chicken soup with lemongrass and noodles
- Gado Gado: Mixed fresh vegetables with peanut sauce
- Chicken Sate Lilit: Chicken skewers with ginger, garlic and lemongrass
- Pan Fried Salmon Filet: Served with mixed vegetables
- Sashimi: Carrots, celery, zucchini, tomato sauce, goat cheese, feta and parmesan topping.
- Fish of the day: Home style curry with fresh prawns and coconut cream.
- Quinoa Salad: Beetroot and carrots with red quinoa, sultanas and sunflower seeds or feel free to order to your taste.
- Summer Salad: Lettuce, tomato, radish, carrot, pumpkin sees with balsamic and olive oil dressing.
- Chocolate Cake: Flourless thin chocolate cake with sesame seeds
- Gusto Ice Cream: Artisan gelato with natural ingredients. Choose from Chocolate Orange, Coconut, Panna Cotta, Passion Fruit, Tamarillo, Vanilla, Lime and Ginger flavoured Straciatella.
Surf Voyage
We recommend voyages between 5 and 7 days for maximum surf experience and voyage diversity. Minimum voyage length is 2 days departing from Bali Longer voyages are available on request.
- Private charter of the entire yacht
- Experienced surf guide
- Hotel / Airport Transfers
- 6 Passengers
- Welcome bubbles
- 3 delicious meals per day
- Fresh fruit, handmade snacks, fresh juices, coffee, tea and soft drinks
- Port clearances
- Fuel
- Surfboards x2
- Stand up paddle-board x1
- Movie nights
- Snorkelling equipment x4
- Inflatable swan and island
- Air mattress x3
- Fishing rods x2
- Organised treasure hunt for kids (1.5-2h)
Discovery Voyage
- Private charter of the entire yacht
- Hotel / Airport Transfers
- 6 Passengers
- Welcome bubbles
- 3 delicious meals per day
- Fresh fruit, handmade snacks, fresh juices, coffee, tea and soft drinks
- Port clearances
- Fuel
- Surfboards x2
- Stand up paddle-board x1
- Movie nights
- Snorkelling equipment x4
- Inflatable swan and island
- Air mattress x3
- Fishing rods x2
- Organised treasure hunt for kids (1.5-2h)
Surf Voyage
Our Surf Voyages are bespoke and ideal for families, couples and good friends.
Depending on your preferences and your level of surf experience, we will design bespoke Surf Voyage covering areas such as Southern Lombok, West Sumbawa, Nusa Lembongan, G Land and Bali.
Uncrowded waves for all tastes, plenty of activities for surfers and non-surfers and excellent food and drinks will make our voyages ideal for families, couples and groups of good friends.
Discovery Voyage
Our Discovery Voyages are bespoke journeys ideal for families, couples and good friends.
Depending on your appetite for adventure, we will design a bespoke Discovery Voyage covering destinations such as the Secret Gilis, South Lombok, West Sumbawa, Nusa Penida and some special areas of Bali and East Java.
Immerse yourself in unspoilt white beaches, palm trees and coral reef famous for their abundance of manta rays or sea turtles. Snorkel with submerged Buddha Statues, have sunset drinks on a remote beach or just relax on board with our outdoor cinema.
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If the problem cannot be resolved during the stay, the Service provider must be contacted within 30 days of returning from the trip. The Service provider should then respond to the correspondence according to the applicable laws and regulations. Receipt should be confirmed in 14 days and a full response received within 28 days. If this is not the case, an explanation for the delay should be received from the Service provider.
Should the travel-related product or service not match the description on the LUEX platform, the customer must approach the Service provider or their representative directly at the location during the customer's stay. LUEX shall support customers with respect to their complaint. LUEX is to be informed of the facts involved in the situation as soon as possible in order to be able to assist in finding a solution.
The Service provider is to be contacted immediately in the event of flight or transportation problems. Customers are to check information and the general terms and conditions given to customers via the Service provider before the commencement of travel.
8. Visa, passport and travel regulations
The Traveller/Group leader shall pay attention to the special visa, passport and travel regulations for the Travellers and their country of destination. LUEX makes every effort to inform customers as comprehensively and accurately as possible. To the extent that LUEX draws attention to particular details, this can only be considered as non-binding information. Considering the high number and frequency of possible amendments to regulations, Travellers/Group leaders are requested to contact the relevant embassy/consulate for the particular destination. In this respect LUEX can assume no responsibility whatsoever for any assurance, guarantee, currency or accuracy of the information. The information provided by Travellers’ ministries of foreign affairs are a reliable source with respect to many travel destinations.
It is the sole responsibility of the Traveller/Group leader to ensure that all Travellers are in possession of all requisite travel documents (passport, Visa, etc.) at the commencement of travel and that all Travellers fulfil the health requirements.
9. Insurance
To the extent that it is not expressly offered, insurance cover does not constitute part of the travel-related products and services offered. LUEX recommends that customers take out travel insurance, in particular travel cancellation cost insurance and in certain circumstances overseas travel insurance, including an overseas health cover component. LUEX names a reliable partner offering the relevant insurance policies to its customers at: http://www.luex.com/info/insurances.html.
10. Liability, responsibility
LUEX depends on the information provided to it by the Service providers with respect to the details of the travel-related goods and services. LUEX has only extremely limited opportunities to check such information with respect to their accuracy and completeness. Consequently, LUEX is unable to provide any guarantees or assurances with respect to the completeness, accuracy or currency of such information. The same applies for any other information made available by third parties.
LUEX is not liable for the availability of the travel-related product or service at the time of booking or for the performance of the booked travel-related product or service by the Service provider.
Within the scope of its performance obligations, LUEX is only liable for any losses that may result in the following cases, irrespective of legal grounds: The statutory regulations shall apply with the following restriction: Liability or minor negligence on the part of LUEX or its vicarious agents is excluded, provided that neither an essential contractual obligation was breached nor is there a case of initial incapacity, impossibility or default on the part of LUEX. Otherwise liability is limited to the value of the travel-related products and services booked, in any case however to predictable and typical losses. The exclusions of liability or facilitation shall apply in the same manner to the executive bodies of LUEX, as well as to their vicarious agents.
Travellers and Group leaders shall be liable to LUEX for each and every reservation/booking that is made in bad faith or with deceitful intent or with erroneous or incomplete personal data. The opportunity to book travel-related goods and services may only be utilised in order to make legal bookings as a Traveller or as a Group leader for a third party. At the same time, in utilising the offerings the Group leader guarantees that they are authorised and are permitted to act in the name of fellow travellers. In the event that there is a breach of these guarantee, the Group leader is liable without limitation to LUEX and their respective Service providers for the losses resulting from the aforesaid person’s actions.
In many countries there are safety standards that differ from those generally found in Europe, Australia or the USA. Travelers/Group leaders are strongly encouraged, also in their own interest, to access information once again immediately before commencing travel in accessible sources, such as the internet pages of the Foreign Office, with respect to changes in the travel regulations and safety warnings for the country of destination.
11. Final provisions
Should business terms and conditions or parts of the agreement be or become invalid, the validity of the remaining parts of the agreements shall not be affected.
Amendments or additions to all agreements, including a divergence from these general terms and conditions, are only possible in text form (written, by fax or e-mail). Oral agreements require written confirmation to be valid.
All communication between LUEX and a Traveller/Group leader is to be undertaken by e-mail if possible. The Traveller/Group leader therefore promises to receive and read e-mails and implement the information/instructions from LUEX accordingly. LUEX must be informed immediately of changes in contact details.
All contractual relations between LUEX, its customers and Service providers are subject exclusively to German law - with the exception of the UN Contract for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) convention. Köln shall be the mutually agreed place of jurisdiction for non-German Travellers.
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