Boutique Eco Surf Resort - near T-Land, Rote. Indonesia
INTRODUCTION
We proudly present this stunning Boutique Eco Surf Resort located on the Island of Rote and close to the famous T-Land (longest wave in Indonesia), offering unforgettable experiences and making positive contributions to the community. You’ll find yourself immersed in natural beauty, Manduna rock is home to a large number of nesting birds, it is right in front of the Boutique Eco Surf Resort.
Guests can choose between exclusive suites with sleek décor or 2 bedroom family Bungalow both with spectacular views, Swimming Pool, Volleyball Court, unbelievable sunsets which turn the sky into a kaleidoscopic masterpiece, and as the night falls get ready for the most amazing sky full of stars you have ever seen.
All rooms have air conditioning and comfortable beds to ensure a great night’s sleep as well as open-air bathrooms with hot water. Enjoy delicious food prepared using locally sourced ingredients by our talented chef ( breakfast, lunch, and dinner). A menu of snacks and drinks is also available to keep you refreshed by the pool or beach during the day. Free Wifi in the restaurant area, unlimited surf transfers to T- Land the main wave, expert surf guides, SUP, snorkeling, bike tours, daily yoga session, airport transfers, everything you need for your holidays!!
THE ACCOMMODATION
Boutique Eco Surf Resort
- Volleyball court
- Yoga/Fitness room
- Infinity pool
- Louge/restaurant
- Fire pit
- Villa A
- Villa B
- 2 suites Bungalow
- Villa D
Rooms
- 1 Panoramic beach front suite
- 1 Bungalow with 2 suites
- 2 Triple rooms
- 7 rooms that can be configured for single or double occupancy
- Ensuite bathrooms
- Hot water
- Air-conditioning
- Pool and ocean views for suites
- Courtyard view for bungalows
Choose yours
Panoramic Beach: Beautiful and Luxurious with panoramic views to Manduna Rock, the Boutique Eco Surf Resort pool and the ocean.
The Triple Rooms: 2x triple rooms located on the ground floor facing the pool and the beach with air conditioning and ensuite bathrooms.
The Double/Single Rooms: These rooms have a flexible bed configuration for either single or double occupancy and can also fit a baby crib if needed.
The Exclusive Bungalow: 2x exclusive bungalow suites, one is located on the ground floor, the other on the 1st floor. It features a kitchenette, living room, and has a view of the courtyard.
Meals
Our excellent Chef has designed a menu using fresh local ingredients to create flavorful and healthy dishes. Included in your stay, all guests are treated daily to a delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We can also cater to any dietary restrictions our guests may have.
Why book this resort in Rote vs other accommodation in the area
- New resort, new beds, new pillows, new sheets.
- All rooms have hot water and Air Conditioned
- Rote gets habitual electricity black outs, but we have two massive generators with capability to provide energy to the entire resort.
- 2 Speed boats to take guests to surf spots and visiting nearby islands
THE ACTIVITIES
Surf
Unlimited surf transfers to T- Land the main wave.
Rote is home to T-Land named after G-Land. It is an amazing left that breaks for a few hundreds meters and has 3 distinct peaks: The Peak, The Pyramid and the Mountain. Located about 1 km off the beach our boat fleet will be available daily to take you out surf.
The Bombies
Located in the right side of the channel that leads to T-Land, Bombies has left and right being a great alternative for uncrowded surfing and a good spot for Tow-In. Although it is a consistent spot it works better with bigger swells.
Size Range: 4-15ft
Tides: Low tide generally, though in bigger swells it can break at high
Competency: Advanced
Sukanamon “Sucky Mamas”
Get ready for a short thrill ride at this hollow right in the North zone and with access only by boat which makes it usually uncrowded.
Size Range: 4-8ft
Tides: Mid tide is best. At high tide it is shorter but can still be fun
Competency: Advanced
Squealers
Locals say it is th 1t wave rode back in 1978. A wave good for beginners on the East zone breaking on a soft reef 100mt off the shore. Very fun wave when other spots are BIG.
Size Range: 2-15 ft
Tides: All tides, better on low.
Competency: Intermediate-Advanced
Boa
An intense hollow right that bends perfectly around the reef and when in ideal conditions offers world class barrels in a pristine setting. It is 10 minutes ride from Boutique Eco Surf Resort and a dream for regulars.
Size Range: 3-8 ft
Tides: Mid tide incoming.
Competency: Advanced
Do'o
10 km away from us is an uninhabited island reachable by boat only taking around 45mins. A nice hollow right breaking over a solid reef.
Size Range: 4-15ft
Tides: Low tide generally, though in bigger swells it can break at high
Competency: Advanced
Dana
Another uninhabited island, South of Nemberala only accessible by boat and takes around 30 mins to get there. Get ready to surf uncrowded waves and choose from right or left as both are breaking on a channel at the entrance of the main reef and can hold big swells.
Size Range: 4-6ft
Tides: Low tide generally, though in bigger swells it can break at high
Competency: Advanced
And our team and captain have a couple more secret spots but you have to promise to keep them secret!!!
Other Activities
There is a lot more than the amazing waves and surfing in Rote!
- Stand-Up Paddleboards provided to explore a pristine and crystal clear waters and nearby mangroves
- Kite Surfing
- Kayaking*
- Fishing*
- Diving*
- Snorkeling
- Jet-Ski*
- Tow-In Surfing clinics*
- Island Tours*
- Yoga*
- Bike tours
- Tourism and cultural experiences*
- Visit to local markets
- Sarong making workshop*
- If guests want they can participate in our beach cleaning program Boutique Eco Surf Resort
*Extra charge applies
LOCATION & GETTING HERE
Location
Boutique Eco Surf Resort near T-Land on the stunning island of Rote, Indonesia. In front of the large rock sitting just meters from the beach. Manduna rock is home to a large number of nesting birds, and you’ll find yourself immersed in natural beauty. Unforgettable sunsets and the most amazing sky full of stars you have ever seen.
Getting Here
We will assist all guests with their travel needs thru our dedicated travel agent in Indonesia.
It basically takes 1 day to get there and 1 day to go back. Travel to Rote begins in Bali/Lombok/Surabaya/Jakarta to get into a flight with destination to Kupang ‘El Tari’ airport. It is then a short 75-minute flight to Kupang, W. Timor, the capital of Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province, then onto Rote by flight or ferry.
MOST COMMON TRAVEL OPTION
AVAILABLE DAILY:
SCHEDULED CHARTER FLIGHTS
Bali / Kupang / Bali for example
Depart Bali
Garuda 438 at 11:00 am
Arrive Kupang at 12:50 pm
then a 2nd short flight of around 30mins
Depart Kupang
Wings Air 1935 at 3:10 pm
Arrive Ba’a, Rote at 3:40 pm
Then on the way back:
Ba’a to Kupang
Morning
Depart Ba’a, Rote Wings Air 1934
Depart 07.25am
Arrive Kupang, W. Timor 07.55
Afternoon
Depart Ba’a, Rote Wings Air 1936
Depart 4:05pm
Arrive Kupang 4:35pm
Note: Due to occasional changes in flight times between Bali and Timor as well as W.Timor and Rote it is often necessary to use the fast ferry between Islands. The fast ferry takes 2 hours and operates daily on the following schedule.
FAST FERRY
The Fast Ferry tickets cannot be purchased on-line. These tickets can be purchase upon arrival or arranged byBoutique Eco Surf Resort in advance or during your stay. First Class Cabin cost approximately $20 each way.
General ferry schedule:
Depart Kupang 8:00 am
Arrive Ba’a, Rote 10:00am
and return: Depart Ba’a, Rote at 11:00 am
Arrive Kupang, W.Timor at 1:00 pm
Due to the morning departure from Kupang guests traveling by ferry will need to overnight in Kupang prior to their stay at the Boutique Eco Surf Resort. Upon returning to Kupang from Rote by ferry it may or may not be possible to connect with a flight from Kupang back to Bali/Jakarta/Surabaya. Late afternoon flights from Kupang back to Bali have proven to be unreliable, but may be an option. Your travel consultant will have the most up to date details when making your travel plans.
No matter if traveling by Charter Flight or Fast Ferry you will be met, assisted and transferred every step along the way by The Boutique Eco Surf Resort concierge in Kupang and upon arrival in Rote. Our ground staff will assist in transferring guests between flights or to hotels and onto the ferry to make certain you have an enjoyable and worry-free experience.
GARUDA INDONESIA AIRLINES:
https://www.garuda-indonesia.com Approximate cost $150 each way
WINGS AIR:
https://www.lionair.co.id
Wings Air is a subsidiary of Lion Air. Wings Air flights can be booked via the Lion Air Website. Approximate cost $30 each way + $20 per surfboard, maximum 2 boards per bag due to small cargo compartment on the ATR aircraft. Any items that cannot go into the plane our concierge will make sure it is sent to you at the Boutique Eco Surf Resort thru the Ferry.
Your Trip Essentials
Take as much material as possible, you will spend most of the time in the water and there are no surf shops around.
WHEN IN THE WATER
√ Surfboard/SUP/Kite Fin sets
√ Fin keys
√ Leashes
√ Lycra
√ Board shorts
√ Reef booties
√ Tropical surf wax
√ Wax comb
√ Sunblock
√ Paddles for SUP or any specific equipment you use.
WHEN IN DRY LAND
√ Passport valid for minimum 6 months from departure date VISA if required depending on your citizenship
√ Flight ticket
√ Cash in Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
√ Credit card
√ International driving license
√ Up-to-date vaccination card
√ Basic first-aid box
√ Prescription medicines
√ Mosquito repellent
√ Sunglasses
√ Sunscreen lotion
√ After-sun lotion
√ Surfboard repair kit
√ Rug-sack
√ Camera (photo-video)
√ Memory card (photo)
√ Book to read
√ Some music as our boat has Bluetooth connection so you listen to your tunes when going surfing/fishing
WHERE DO I CHANGE MONEY?
On Rote Island or even in Kupang there are no foreign exchange offices, so we recommend you change your currency in Bali or Jakarta before arrival. Anyway, at the Boutique Eco Surf Resort, we have the option to pay with a credit card the activities and drinks of the bar.
BEFORE YOUR TRIP AND HEALTH ADVICE/TIPS
To guarantee a truly responsible stay during your holidays, you should consider different issues related to your safety and health. There are recommendations that you should follow if you travel to the Lesser Sunda Islands, in the Indonesian archipelago.
DOCUMENTS
Passports must be valid for at least 6 months since the departure date. If you drive a vehicle (car or motorbike) you must have an international license.
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL INSURANCE
It is compulsory to take traveling insurance when you make your reservation. Please, make sure you and all your travel companions are insured against all illnesses, injuries, accidents, medical evacuation, death, loss of luggage and personal belongings, flight and accommodation cancellation and other travel negligence.
PRICES & PACKAGES
Surf Package
| Rates (U$D/Night) |
Low season Mar-May/Sep-Nov |
High season June-Aug |
|
1 pax |
225 |
262 |
|
2 pax |
295 |
332 |
|
3 pax |
345 |
382 |
|
Bungalow (4 pax) |
630 |
730 |
|
Panoramic Suite (2 pax) |
265 |
299 |
Extra 1 Pax $70, 2nd $50
Non Surfers have 15 % discount
Inclusions
√ Boutique style beachfront accommodation on the stunning southwest coast of Rote Island
√ Comfortables rooms with A/C an ensuite bathroom
√ Open-air toilet with HOT WATER
√ FULL BOARD: Enjoy delicious food prepared using locally sourced ingredients by our talented chef ( breakfast, lunch, and dinner )
√ Free water, tea, and coffee
√ Free WIFI in the restaurant area
√ UNLIMITED SURF TRANSFERS TO T-LAND (the main wave)
√ Expert surf guides
√ SUP free in front of the Boutique Reort (SUP tours also available for extra charge)
√ Snorkeling
√ Bike tours
√ Visit local markets
√ Swimming Pool
√ Volleyball Court
√ One Daily yoga session
√ 220V sockets
√ If guests want they can participate in our beach cleaning program
Great Deals
5 nights booking get free airport shuttle + 10% off next reservation
7-10 nights booking get free airport + 10% off next reservation + 1 free night + 10% discount in a tour
12+ nights booking get free airport + 10% off next reservation + 2 free nights + 10% discount in a tour + Lagon SUP tour
Family Special
Children under 11 y.o. Free of charge when sharing the room with parents
Children between 12 y.o. and 14 y.o. have 50% discount
Teens from 15 y.o. will be charged as an adult
Extras
Airport Transfers: 1 to 3 Passengers 30 USD per way per car
Note
- 11% tax required by the Indonesia government
- Travel Insurance is mandatory. Suggestion: (see our “Travel Insurance” link on the footer of our website)
- Special diets must be advised prior arrival;
