How to find us
Nagari Sungai Pinang is a small fishing village located about two hours from Padang, the capital city of West Sumatra. This hidden paradise is a closely guarded secret, kept safely away from the hustle and bustle of the nearby capital.
If you have any questions, or would like to make a booking, please contact us.
Getting there
Private transport
Please contact us in advance to arrange any of the following private transport options:
AC taxi from airport to village
Two and a half hours trip – last part of the road is very bumpy.
Price: 400,000 rupiah
AC taxi from centre of Padang to village
Two hour trip – last part of the road is very bumpy.
Price: 350,000 rupiah
AC taxi and boat from Padang airport to village
Two and a half hours road trip + 30 minute boat ride.
Price: 600,000 rupiah
AC taxi and boat from centre of Padang to village
Two hour road trip + 30 minute boat ride.
Price: 550,000 rupiah
Public transport
From the airport, take the white DAMRI bus (approx. 23,000 rupiah) to the centre of Padang (Pasar Raya). From here, take a blue angkot (mini bus) in the direction of Teluk Kabung (approx. 10,000 rupiah) and stop at the terminus.
At Teluk Kabung you can take an ojek (moto taxi) and ask to be dropped at Ricky’s Beach House (they will know!) This should cost no more than 50,000 rupiah. You can also take a taxi from the Padang airport to Teluk Kabung and then an ojek.
Be aware that the road from Teluk Kabung to our village is very bumpy and therefore many taxi drivers may be reluctant to take you all the way to the village.
Practical information
Indonesia Tourist Visa
Indonesia offers a 30 day Tourist Visa on arrival which is free–of–charge to 45 countries. Ensure that you have on hand a copy of your return ticket if landing in Padang otherwise you may have to pay 35 USD!
Money
There is no ATM or bank in the village so make sure you bring enough cash from Padang before arriving.
Telephone and Internet
You can get reasonably fast internet in the village with your smartphone using 3G and a local sim card.
Local Customs
Get in touch
You can contact us by email, telephone or by using the contact form below. We speak English, French and Indonesian.
