Indies Trader II
"The Indies Trader II is a really good choice, not as fancy as the other boats in the fleet, but probably the best overall value for the hardcore surfer. We've got plenty of beer, the most comfortable cabins out there, and she's fast and reliable." Martin Daly

This Indies Trader II offers the best value in its price range - bar none. Captain Albert is one of the most experienced captains in Sumatra and the level of service we deliver, and our ability to explore the path less traveled is not only envied by our competition but more importantly is unparelleled in the surf charter market.

Don't trust your vacation with a new, unproven boat, inexperienced captain, safety concerns, and sub-standard service when a trip on the Indies Trader II is a safe, surfing adventure and the best choice and overall value possible.

Standard Trip: The standard trip duration is 12 days / 13 nights, two days longer than most of our competitors. We stay out for these two extra days to ensure that our guests have the opportunity to surf at least one solid swell during their stay, but in all likelihood we usually encounter two, sometimes three significant swell events during our scheduled charter dates. If you're going to travel halfway across the world those two extra days are worth their weight in gold.
9 guests maximum.

Indies Trader II brochure: http://www.indiestrader.com/pdf/high/indies2.pdf

2008 Schedule

• February 10 – February 23
  February 24 – March 8
  March 9 – March 22
  March 23 – April 5
  April 6 -  April 19
  April 20 – May 3
  May 4 – May 17
  May 18 – May 31
  June 1 – June 14
  June 15 – June 28
  June 29 – July 12
  July 13 – July 26
  July 27 – August 9
  August 10 –August 23
  August 24 – September 6
  September 7 – September 20
  September 21 – October 4
  October 5 – October 18
  October 19 – November 1
  November 2 – November 15
  

Pricing
Available upon request.

Price Includes:

• Accommodation for 8 surfers in 4 x 2 man air conditioned cabins.
• As many boards as you are prepared to pay excess baggage for.
• Unreal food (trained chef with no expense spared on food quality).
• Water, Beer, soft drinks, Espresso/Cappuccino maker
• Dive bottles and weights available upon request
• Equipment for ding repairs
• Perfect surf
• Washing machine / Dryer - Laundry Service
  
  

Indies Trader II Trip Slideshows:
Check out some slideshows from a few trips on the Indies Trader II in 2005 and 2006. Slideshows courtesy of Dave Collyer at Indiestradersurfphotos.com.

Indies Trader II
March 21 - April 3, 2005

Avg. wave heights: Head High+
Largest waves: Overhead to nearly double overhead
Wave rating (1-10): 7/10
Weather/Winds: Early season trips like this are a great way to escape the crowds and still score great surf. The guests and crew were great - everyone caught some unreal waves and had a fantastic time.

Indies Trader II
September 7 - 16, 2005

Avg. wave heights: Head High
Largest waves: Overhead to nearly double overhead
Wave rating (1-10): 8/10 and really good.
Weather/Winds: We had great surf the entire trip... this entire season has been incredible and this trip was no different.

Indies Trader II
April 2 - 15, 2006

Avg. wave heights: Head High
Largest waves: Overhead to nearly double overhead
Wave rating (1-10): 6/10 and "consistently fun"
Weather/Winds: We had some epic conditions with sunny skies most of the trip and smooth cruising between breaks. April is nearly always hot with variable winds, but that also means offshore breezes at a variety of spots and clean, glassy waves.

Indies Trader II
April 2 - 15, 2006

Avg. wave heights: Head high
Largest waves: Overhead
Wave rating (1-10): 5/10
Weather/Winds: Although the south winds continued to blow out many spots in the islands (especially the righthanders), We had some decent swell and found some good waves (mostly lefts). Fun trip overall and the captain and crew rule!

The Yacht: Indies Trader II is a 70' mono-hull surf charter vessel built in 1992 powered by twin Detroit 735hp engines providing a typical cruising speed of 12.5 knots, faster than 90% than our competitors. She is equipped to handle 8 guests in 4 restful twin, air-conditioned staterooms with 2 modern bathrooms at your disposal.

• Length: 70 feet
• Beam: 18 feet
• Draft: 5 feet
• Year Built: 1992
• Builder: Cheoy Lee Shipyards, Hong Kong
• Construction: GRP
• Flag: Belize

In addition to all the state of the art electronics for safety, navigation and communications, the Indies Trader II includes a stereo and TV in each cabin, an LCD wide screen projection TV and Bose Theatre System in the main saloon, limited diving equipment, a variety of quality fishing tackle and sat phone/ fax capabilities

On all of Martin's vessels guests are treated to a 5 star dining extravaganza. A qualified and experienced chef provides the best and healthiest food available utilizing imported meats and dairy products. The fridge is fully stocked with beer, sodas, water, and juices, (Imported Wines are available upon request) and there are plenty of snacks available to keep the energy up for those 6 hour power sessions.

All of our Captains know where to go to escape the crowds and find the best waves possible. Martin is in constant contact with all the boats with updated weather & surf forecasting modules and needless to say the Indies Trader boats score empty perfection more often than anyone because they actively seek out the best wave/wind conditions day in and day out.

The Indies Trader series can also boast the best and longest track record of uninterrupted scheduled charters in the industry. Each boat undergoes an annual survey and full ocean going safety equipment test to Solas International Standards. Each boat carries comprehensive loss and liability insurance as a passenger carrying commercial craft.

Overall, the Indies Trader II is recognized as the most affordable, high end boat in the region. If you're keen to get on a magnificent yacht at a reasonable price, and be able to surf for two extra days, the Indies Trader II is the definitive choice.

Detailed Features

• Private 2 man air-conditioned cabins for a maximum of 8 passengers.
• Two of the cabins have double beds, to cater for couples
• 2 spacious heads (bathrooms) with pressurised hot & cold water.
• Separate stereo VCD, TV, entertainment system in each cabin.
• Wide screen LCD projection TV and Bose Home Theatre System in the main saloon with comfortable seating for 10.
• Fully commercial stainless steel galley.
• Qualified International Chefs providing a healthy menu and catering to guests specific requirements.  Passengers wake up to the smell of freshly baked bread and brewing coffee every morning!
• Satellite telephone and fax.
• Scuba equipment and unlimited airfills. PADI Qualified Divers only. If you'd like to dive please bring your own regulators and bc's - we can provide air fills, bottles, and weights.
• IFGA standard game fishing equipment.
• Polite, respectful, and willing Indonesian crew
  

Machinery
Main Engines: 2 x Detroit 8V 92 TA @ 735SHP each total 1470HP
Generators: 2 x 25KVA Onan
Watermakers: 2 x 3000 liters/day HRO
Scuba Compressors: 1 x Bauer Capitano. 1 x Bauer Junior
Hot Water System: Electric
Air Conditioning: 3 single split units and 2 marine chilled water ducted
Steering: Elector hydraulic with manual hydraulic override and emergency tiller control

Electronics
Radar: 36 mile Furuno with open ray antenna
Autopilot: Coursemaster
Radio: ICOM M7100
Sounder: Furuno color
SatCom: KVH Phone50 with marine stabilized antenna
G.P.S.: Raytheon

Safety Equipment
EPIRB: Commercial multi band signature type
Life Rafts: 2 x 16 man Solus Viking new 1998

Performance
Top Speed Light Ship: 24 knots
Service Speed: 15 knots
Range: 1000 nautical miles @ 10 knots

Insurance
All risk Yacht Insure underwritten by LLoyds

How to Book
If you are interested in booking your next surf adventure on the Indies Trader II all you need to do is follow the instructions below. For detailed information about going on one of our surf charter trip from A-Z please visit our "Travel Information" page.

1. Make Contact: The first thing you need to do is contact us with your requested dates using the contact information at the bottom of this page. We are available 24 hours a day to handle your needs. In general we do not handle individual bookings - the boat is available on a daily rate basis and can accomodate up to 9 guests.

2. Confirm Dates and Make Deposit: Once we have confirmed your dates we require a 50% deposit to secure your booking. This deposit is preferably made by wire transfer to our account in Singapore; Bookings originating from the United States and surrounding areas have the additional option of writing a personal check or money order. Please read over our "Terms and Conditions" for detailed payment information.

3. Fill out our Online Booking Form: Now that your dates are set and your payment is in we need to get some basic information from all of the members in your group. This information will be used to secure the necessary permits to allow you to travel in the Mentawai Islands or in other areas we are traveling. Please visit our "Make a Reservation" page for an in depth look at the information we collect. This step is interchangeable with Step 2 - you can do them in any order.

4. Book your airline tickets: Indies Trader Marine Adventures is now equipped to handle all of our United States guests flight details - we will work directly with you to find the appropriate flight and schedule for your group if you need us to. Otherwise, you are more than welcome to handle your travel details on your own. Please visit our "Travel Information" page for detailed flight information - where you need to fly into, and what are the available options at your disposal.

5. Make final payment: You final payment is due two months prior to your trip's departure. Once that's in along with the information from our online booking form you're all set to go!

6. Show up: Rule #1 is to remember to not miss your flight...believe us, it can happen to anyone. Once you've made it on the right flight, endured a trip halfway across the world, and landed in Padang we will be there to pick you up and take you to your surf charter vessel. Again, check out our "Travel Information" page for the complete rundown of this part of the process.

7. Surf: Once you're on the boat everything is taken care of - the only thing you need to worry about is what board you should ride and how you want to drag your hand in the barrel - fingertips up or out? Want to know what kind of waves to expect? It's all right here.

Contact Information - International
Indies Trader II
Indies Trader Marine Adventures
629 Camino de los Mares #101
San Clemente, CA 92673
E-mail: adventure@indiestrader.com
Toll Free: (877) 808-0813
Local: (714) 369-8108
Mobile: (714) 478-2487
FAX: (949) 493-2770
Contact Name: Anthony Marcotti

Indonesia
Main Office - Indies Trader Marine Adventures
PT Surfindo Maritim Nusantara
Jl. Teuku Cik Ditiro #10
Jakarta, 103 5 0 Indonesia
Tel. +62 8126644310                                
email : jason@indiestrader.com