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Here are some answers to common questions. If you have other questions that are not answered in the FAQ please contact us.
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Do you book other places near by? (click here to toggle) |
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send me an email and I will send you info
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are you the same as surfcampsumatra? |
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No That site is operated by Dave Blackburn, out of England he operates as an independant agent and purchases his packages from us.
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I was at the Camp last year can I get a discount this year? |
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Try filling in the online quote form and ask down in the box at the bottom I promise to take it seriously and will try and organise something we want you to come to our place more than once .
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Should I bring my camera gear? |
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Yes and bring some usb memory sticks in case you want to swap photos around.
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Where are the surf camps? |
The camps are situated on the south west coast of the Lampung province, on the world's fifth largest island, Sumatra. Lampung borders the provinces of Bengkulu and South Sumatra.
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what if I break or ding my board |
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Dont worry there is a pretty good ding repair guy right across the road he is reasonable with pricing and will be pretty quick as well.
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Can I get sunscreen leg ropes snacks and stuff at the camp? |
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You can purchase all bathroom gear, sunscreen leg ropes ding repair kits and stuff like that at the camp,there is also snacks and unfortunatley even cigarettes. If the camp gear is not to your liking Krui is 45 minutes away and you can pretty well buy everything there.
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What is the Local religion? |
The overwhelming majority of Lampung embrace Islam, which has a tremendous influence on their culture. These Muslims believe they will be judged on their knowledge of the Qu'ran, their sacred book, as well as what they did with their lives. Some are devoutly religious people who say their prayers five times daily. Besides the teachings of Islam and its strong influence on their culture, they also have strong beliefs and accompanying practices concerning the powers of spirits. These beliefs influence various facets of their lives. Some believe whistling in a house at night can invite evil spirits. Also, there is the belief that traveling on your birthday is bad luck. Because of their fear of evil spirits, the Lampung try to live good lives so as to be careful not to become the targets for the anger of the evil spirits.
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Can you tell more about Sumatra? |
About the size of California, Sumatra is the second largest island in the Indonesian archipelago and is formed by a longitudinal spine of mountains including 90 volcanoes. Most the population live in the foothills, plateaus and highlands. The entire island was once covered in dense rainforest, but sadly today, due to its country's prime earner "agricultural land", most has now been destroyed. Sumatra's other main exports include palm oil, rubber, tobacco, coffee and tea. Sumatra is still a wonderful and truly beautiful island with volcanoes and hot springs, lakes and rivers, rolling green foothills, plantations and wild jungle. The island boasts many reserves that protect the island's wealth of indigenous wildlife, including elephants, tigers, rhinos, orang-utans and tapirs.
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Can you do international flights for us? |
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We can organise your international flights just let us know what your requirements are. Make sure you ask for travel insurance.
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Travel insurance who needs it? is it really needed? |
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Travell insurance is a must, nothing worse than loosing your boards or missing a flight connection or even worse getting injured . Make sure you have travel insurance , we can organise this or get your own But its a Must have Item.
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All visitors to Indonesia need a valid passport (with over 6 months validity) and need to obtain a visa to gain entry. Travellers wishing to stay 30 days or less can obtain a visa at the airport.
Nationals of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal, Spain, the UK and the USA can apply for a Tourist visa, valid for 30 days (non-extendable), on arrival, provided that they enter through one of the authorized airports or seaports. Those wishing to stay longer need to contact the Indonesian Embassy prior to travel to arrange this.
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What health risks are there? |
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Travellers to Indonesia must contact their local medical centre at least 4 weeks in advance before travelling. All visitors need full health insurance including emergency repatriation cover. Adequate routine medical care is available in all major cities, but emergency services are generally inadequate outside major cities. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payments before any treatment is given. Although medical costs are fairly cheap, drugs can be expensive.
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travellers coming from infected areas. The countries and areas included in the yellow fever endemic zones are considered by Indonesia as infected areas.
Cholera and Typhoid also occurs.
Malaria risk exists throughout the year everywhere except in the main tourist resorts of Java and Bali, Jakarta municipality and other big cities where risk is only slight. Please contact your local GP to arrange suitable preventative measures before travelling.
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There is a dress code in the area. When around the camp and beach, men are allowed to wear just board shorts (no t-shirt) but must wear a t-shirt when leaving the camp.
Women may wear bikinis/swim suits when swimming, but g-strings aren't allowed. Sarongs must be worn when on the beach. When leaving the camp you must wear long pants or a sarong, as well as a short sleeve t-shirt.
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Yes.
Alcohol should only be consumed on the premises. Drunk and/or disorderly conduct will not be tolerated and may result in an early departure from the camps.
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There are no currency exchange or banking facilities near the camps, so you'll need to bring cash with you - in Indonesian Rupiah Around 4,000,000 Rp should be plenty enough for a week. Also note that travellers cheques are not accepted in the area.
Money is best changed In Jakarta or Bandar Lampung, please make some time to allow to change currency as only Rupiah is used in the remote regions of South Sumatra
Alcohol and bottled water isn't included in your stay, and depending on your travels there may be some fuel charges incurred.
Currency data courtesy coinmill.com
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