Surf Travel Done Different

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WAVES inspires world travel and cultural exchange through surf experiences, while collaboratively building a network of partnerships that connect travelers, community members and grassroots initiatives.

 

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Get Involved, Go Surfing

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Surf

Whether you're a beginner or expert surfer, you can find consistent waves to ride in every one of the beautiful locations.

Give Back

Each day collaborate with the local community and assist on projects. That way once you leave, you'll leave something behind.

Stay

From homestay to five star resort, WAVES provides homecooked meals and accommodation to make you feel at home.

What do we believe in?

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  • Water

    Through adventure & water sports, locals develop a special relationship with the sea applying conservation activities in their daily lives.

  • Adventure

    Through surfing, locals build confidence, stay healthy and foster meaningful relationships while enjoying the coast.

  • Voluntourism

    Volunteers contribute to community service activities while enjoying doing what they love: surfing!

  • Education

    WAVES helps coastal communities create educational opportunities for youth using their natural environment.

  • Sustainability

    WAVES believes sustainability contains 4 aspects: ecological, social, political, and economic.

Our Past Travelers Say

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  • The best trips are those you do not plan for! Thank you for this great experience, in which apart from knowing another culture I had the opportunity to meet great people!

    Sarahí

  • A great alternative to the Me, Me, Me surf trip: connecting with locals while teaching and learning. Surfing perfect waves in a remote location, but having the company and camaraderie of being part of a team with a goal.

    Coll Faragher

  • "I knew it that I was in the right place. The days were pure fun, a good swell hit Lobitos and we surfed fun waves everyday. Besides that, I helped Javier with the Mini ramp and went to surf and English classes to help the teachers and get in touch with the kids and the community."

    Caio Antunes

  • The surfing spots and opportunities are plentiful; there are three great breaks within walking distance and if the wind isn't cooperating, they can drive you to a better spot.

    Siraj

  • "Expect an encouraging experience with dedicated community leaders, working hard to improve education, increase awareness, and make a difference in the local community. It's a great atmosphere for teamwork and cooperation. There will be plenty of fun and laughter, too."

    Jeremy Koons

  • A remarkable small organization making a huge impact on this tiny village!

    Rita

  • Couldn't say enough about this place: beautiful beach, spotless facilities, and the best food you'll eat in Nicaragua, top it all off with fun, attentive, knowledgeable owners and an always smiling and helpful support staff. You will absolutely regret coming here-you'll never want to leave and nowhere else you go will be as good!!

    Jessica

  • "I walk away with from this feeling like so much has happened, so much was achieved and there are so many stories to tell and a lot of great experiences to share. Lobitos is a lovely, growing desert village with an interesting historical background, friendly people and lots to offer."

    Raffael Schmidt

  • This is a fantastic way not only to get surf on a fantastic secluded coast, but also to get to really understand the culture and people of a poor fishing town. You get to interact every day with the townspeople and learn about a way of life that is probably foreign to most.

    Will Moritz

  • Great people and even better friends, with awesome plans to help the community!

    Manel

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Share the stoke, support WAVES.

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Help us to create life-enriching experiences in coastal communities through Educational Surf programs. Your donations help support the team and this infrastructure for giving back.

 

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