10 days and 10 nights - Catanduanes Island Summer Surf Camp 2024

Welcome to Catanduanes Island Summer Surf Camp 🌺

This is a locally-hosted all-women surf camp in the island of Catanduanes.

Host: My name is Salve Carmela or Posh (as what people fondly calls me). I’ve been surfing since 2016. In 2019, I visited the island of Catanduanes and met my life partner and surf camp partner (Elvis Legaspi — a well-known competitive surfer in the country). Right then and there I decided to stay and build my life with him.

Catanduanes is an undisturbed island with very uncrowded surf spots, breathtaking hills and beautiful waterfalls and lagoons.

We have waves all year round but we especially want to share our summer surf experience to fellow women because it’s undoubtedly one of the best in the country. May-August will offer long glassy right-handers that are waist-high to head-high at the most. It is safe yet challenging if you want to take your surfing to the next level.

This surf camp is a personal project of mine that’s why the prices are lower than most. My goal is not just to share this experience with my seasters but also to offer employment opportunity to the local community especially the surf coaches and tour guides.

Hope to share a wave with you soon! 💕

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FAQs

How do I get to Catanduanes Island?

Take a flight to Manila. From Manila, take a flight to Virac. There is only 1 flight per day going and leaving the island and it’s at 8AM. From the airport, we will pick you up as a group and take you to the surf camp (1 hour away from the airport).

 

 
What is the name of the surf spot?

The surf spot is called Majestic and it is located in the village of Puraran in the island of Catanduanes.

 

Where is the accommodation/s?

We are partnering with a local resort called Puraran Surf Beach Resort. They will be providing clean and well-maintained accommodations and yummy breakfasts (based on your diet and other preferences).

 

When is the best time to come?

May to August is our “summer” season. You can expect long mid-sized waves that’s perfect for longboarding but also good for shortboarding.

If you come in on the first batch of May, you’ll be able to experience our village festival. There will be free food from the locals, some dancing aka island parties and a possible surf competitions that anyone can join.

If you choose to come in August, there is another festival called Baras Town Fiesta which will have offer the same experiences as the village festival in May only on a bigger scale.

 

What are the inclusions of the packages:

1. Airport transfers

2. Resort accommodations and breakfasts

3. Dedicated 1:1 surf coaches and appropriate surf boards

4. Land tours around the island and island hopping

5. Boat ride if necessary

6. Pre-surf orientation

7. Post-surf video analysis

8. Surf photos/videos

9. Socials (boodle fight, bonfire and a few beers)

10. Freediving equipment for those who want to freedive

11. Massage

12. Yoga (if instructor is available)

How do I make sure I will be joining a group and not coming alone? 

I will be very transparent about the status of the camp. This is also one way of assuring everyone that this will not be a fyre island situation (as what one of the commenters asked about) 

 
How do I make downpayment or payment?

Once you've signed up using this form, I will send you an email with the downpayment details. 

 

How many can join per batch?

We’d like to limit the batches to no more than 8-10 joiners as respect to the local surfing community not to crowd the surf spot.

 

Do we cater to dietary restrictions?

Yes! Aside from regular ones, we can also make vegetarian or vegan food for those that need them.

 
What do we do if the surf spot is flat or has no waves for the day?

We will take care of bringing you to another spot where there will be waves. Not something you should be worried about.

 
Will the activities be suitable even for the older women?

Definitely! We hosted a couple of senior women last year and they did really well too. Our surf coaches are very experienced and will be willing to adjust depending on your level of surfing and your personal physical capabilities.

 

What if I want to go on different dates which are not in the schedule?

That’s okay, we can also accommodate solo travelers who can't make the scheduled batches.

 
What if I want to stay longer?

We can also make a personalized package for you.

 

What if I want to stay for 7 days only?

We can also arrange that for you. Pretty much everything can be customized based on your needs!

 
Will you be providing surfboards?

Yes, we will provide surfboards based on your skill level (short, long, soft or hard).

 

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