Mandeh Islands
Kawasan Wisata Mandeh
A group of bays often called the “Raja Ampat of Sumatra,” where mangroves, green islands and calm waters come together.
Mandeh Bay lies in the Tarusan district of the South Coast Regency. Dozens of small islands, including Cubadak, Sauh and Tikus, are scattered throughout the bay, and the water is as calm as a lake. From Karas Pier you can charter a boat to hop between islands, go snorkeling or kayaking, or drive up to the Puncak Mandeh viewpoint for a panoramic view of the archipelago. It is about 55 km from Padang, roughly 1.5 hours by car. Boats are priced per trip, and the weekends in peak season are crowded, so weekdays are recommended.
Opening hours
All day; charter boats about 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Pagang Island
- Pasumpahan Island
- Sikuai Island
- Jembatan Akar (Root Bridge)
- Bukit Langkisau
- Carocok Beach, Painan
- Malin Kundang Stone, Air Manis Beach
- Padang Old Town (Batang Arau)