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Sustainable Surf Adventures
Discover our collection of articles highlighting sustainable surf adventures, eco-friendly surf resorts and ocean conservation initiatives


Planning a sustainable surf trip to Peru: Best surf spots in Peru + eco-friendly places to stay
Looking for the best places to surf in Peru? Discover some of our favourite surf spots along the country's Pacific coastline, plus...

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Feb 412 min read


9 of the best surf spots in Japan + recommended places to stay
Looking for the best places to surf in Japan? Discover some of our favourite spots to experience this East Asian gem from a board. From...

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Dec 12, 202411 min read


Everything you need to know about surfing in Pohnpei: Best surf spots + local operators
Planning a surf trip to Micronesia? Discover the best places to surf in Pohnpei and how to reach the breaks with local operators....

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Dec 5, 20248 min read


Everything you need to know about surfing in Iceland: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay
Dubbed the “Land of Fire and Ice” , Iceland is slowly emerging as a sought-after destination for intrepid surfers . Its waves were first...

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Nov 24, 20247 min read


Everything you need to know about surfing in the Andaman Islands: Best surf spots + eco-friendly stays
Planning a surf trip to the Andaman Islands? Discover the best places to surf in the Andamans (Little Andaman, Havelock and Neil), as...

EcoOceanEscapes
Nov 20, 20248 min read


Everything you need to know about surfing in Norway: Best surf spots + places to stay
Looking for the best places to surf in Norway? Discover some of the incredible breaks in this cold-water destination and convenient...

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Nov 14, 202411 min read


Best places to surf in Ghana + eco-friendly stays for travel in 2025
While Ghanaians have been riding waves for decades (originally on wooden boards in pursuit of fish), modern surf culture in this West...

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Nov 7, 20248 min read


5 best eco-friendly places to stay in Mancora, Peru
Located in Peru’s far north (around 130 kilometres from the Ecuadorian border), Mancora is popular surf destination that’s known for...

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Oct 31, 20246 min read


13 eco-friendly places to stay in Ecuador for surfers
While it only has a short coastline compared to its neighbours, Colombia and Peru, Ecuador boasts some of the best surf in South America...

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Oct 23, 20249 min read


8 eco-friendly surf resorts and hotels in Nicaragua for a sustainable adventure
Looking for eco-friendly hotels and resorts in Nicaragua? Discover 8 of the best places to stay if you're planning a sustainable surf...

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Oct 21, 20247 min read


Planning a sustainable surf trip to Papua New Guinea: Best surf spots + eco-friendly resorts
One of the most linguistically diverse countries in the world , Papua New Guinea is a ruggedly beautiful island nation in the South...

EcoOceanEscapes
Oct 10, 202410 min read


Sustainable surf guide to the Solomon Islands: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay
Perched on the western edge of the Pacific Ocean lies the Solomon Islands, a remote Melanesian paradise that boasts some of the most...

EcoOceanEscapes
Oct 8, 202411 min read


7 eco-friendly hotels and resorts in Portugal for a surf-inspired vacation
Looking for eco-friendly hotels in Portugal and surf-inspired resorts? Discover 7 inspiring places to stay, all of which are within easy...

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Oct 4, 20249 min read


Sustainable surf guide to Sumbawa: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay
Looking for the best places to surf in Sumbawa? Discover everything you need to know about exploring this off-the-beaten-track island,...

EcoOceanEscapes
Oct 2, 202410 min read


Sustainable surf guide to Lombok: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay
Planning a sustainable surf trip to Lombok? Discover all the best surf breaks, no matter what your skill level, plus eco-friendly Lombok...

EcoOceanEscapes
Sep 30, 202410 min read


Sustainable surf guide to Sumba: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay
Planning a surf trip to Sumba? Discover all the best places to surf around the island, as well as eco-friendly places to stay in Sumba...

EcoOceanEscapes
Sep 26, 202411 min read


Planning a sustainable surf trip to Tonga: Best places to surf + eco-friendly stays
Looking for the best places to surf in Tonga? Discover incredible breaks and eco-friendly resorts for planning a sustainable surf trip in...

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Aug 13, 20249 min read


Best places to surf in Ireland + eco-friendly stays
It’s no longer a secret that Ireland boasts incredible surf , with both amateur enthusiasts and world-class professionals flocking to the...

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Aug 7, 202410 min read


Eco-friendly places to stay while surfing in Colombia
With around 2,900 kilometres of coastline shared between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, Colombia has long been renowned for its...

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Aug 5, 202412 min read


Eco-friendly hotels in Tamarindo, Costa Rica
On the sun-drenched Pacific coast of Costa Rica's Guanacaste Province lies the vibrant town of Tamarindo, a hub for surf enthusiasts...

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Aug 1, 20248 min read


Best places to surf in the Canary Islands + eco-friendly places to stay
Situated 100 kilometres off the coast of Morocco , the Canary Islands are closer to Africa than they are to their governing country of...

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Jul 30, 20248 min read


Nicaragua: Best places to surf and eco-friendly stays
While yet to be as popular as its southern neighbour, Costa Rica , Nicaragua is fast becoming one of Central America’s premier surf...

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Jul 26, 202411 min read


Surfing guide to Senegal
From the moment you set foot in Senegal, you'll be enveloped by the warm, tropical climate and vibrant spirit that permeates the streets....

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Jul 22, 202411 min read


10 of the best surf spots in Sri Lanka (plus eco-friendly places to stay)
In recent years, Sri Lanka has emerged as an increasingly popular destination for surfers seeking world-class waves in a uniquely...

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Jul 11, 202417 min read


Eco-friendly guide to surfing in Samoa
Samoa has long been a hidden gem for seasoned surfers seeking uncrowded, world-class waves in the South Pacific . Its two main islands...

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Jul 5, 20249 min read


Everything you need to know about surfing in the Galapagos Islands
Not long ago, the Galapagos Islands were not even on the radar for most surfers, known more for their incredible natural landscapes and...

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Jul 2, 20248 min read


7 of the best surf spots in Ecuador (+ eco-friendly places to stay)
Stretching 2,250 kilometres along the Pacific Ocean, Ecuador delivers some of the best surf in South America . It boasts wide, golden...

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Jun 28, 202410 min read


Best places to surf in Mozambique (and eco-friendly places to stay)
Hugging the southeast corner of Africa, Mozambique’s vast and largely untapped coastline presents an alluring frontier for surfers...

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Jun 25, 20246 min read


Amazing places to surf in South Africa (for all levels)
With over 2,500 kilometres of coastline to play with, those chasing waves truly are spoiled for choice in South Africa. From the gentle...

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Jun 24, 20246 min read


Packing list for a sustainable surf vacation
When prepping for any surf vacation, it's easy to just focus on boards - how many and how you’re going to get them there. But there are...

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Jun 14, 20246 min read


8 of the best places to surf in Taiwan
Over the past couple of decades, surfing has experienced a remarkable surge in popularity in Taiwan. Despite its 24 million population,...

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Jun 12, 20249 min read


Best places to surf in Morocco + eco-friendly stays
As the towering Atlas Mountains slope down to meet the Atlantic Ocean, they give way to long, sandy beaches and deep underwater trenches...

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Jun 3, 20249 min read


6 inspiring eco-friendly hotels in Santa Teresa for surfers and sustainable travellers
Looking for the best eco-friendly hotels in Santa Teresa? Get inspired with our top picks to help you plan a sustainable surf trip to...

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May 30, 20247 min read


Everything you need to know about travel insurance for surfers
Embarking on a surf adventure overseas can be an unforgettable experience, but it's also important to ensure you have the proper...

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May 27, 20246 min read


5 sustainable El Salvador surf resorts to add to your bucket list
Looking for eco-friendly surf camps and resorts in El Salvador? Discover our top picks when it comes to sustainable stays for surfers...

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May 24, 20246 min read


Best eco-friendly resorts in Bali for divers and surfers
For diving and surfing, the Island of the Gods is a dream destination. Bali boasts incredible breaks for all levels of boardriders, as...

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May 14, 20248 min read


Surfboard carbon footprints and how to reduce your impact
Over the past few decades, the pursuit of low cost, high performance surfboards to meet the demands of a growing number of surfers...

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Apr 23, 20243 min read


5 eco-friendly surf camps in Sri Lanka
Surrounded by palm-fringed beaches and warm waters, Sri Lanka boasts nearly 1,600 kilometres of surfable coastline. Thanks to swells...

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Apr 15, 20245 min read


5 sustainable Maldives resorts for surfers that will blow your mind
Looking for eco-friendly resorts in the Maldives for your next surf trip? Discover five inspiring places to stay, all of which are taking...

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Apr 2, 20248 min read


5 sustainable resorts and hotels in Siargao
Since being “discovered” by a tight-knit group of surfers in the late 1980s, Siargao has blossomed into one of the Philippines’ top...

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Apr 1, 20246 min read


5 sustainable stays in Taghazout
While waves litter Morocco’s Atlantic coast, the most famous (and wave-rich) stretch is arguably around the village of Taghazout. Located...

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Feb 22, 20244 min read


10 sustainable surf resorts in Indonesia for eco-conscious shredders
Looking for eco-friendly surf resorts in Indonesia? Discover our tried-and-tested collection of sustainable stays across the archipelago,...

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Feb 19, 202410 min read


11 of the world's best surf destinations
What makes an incredible surf spot? That's a tricky question. For some, it's all about the perfect wave - long, smooth and barreling. For...

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Jan 25, 20248 min read


10 lifestyle changes to reduce ocean plastic
For divers and surfers, the ocean is our playground. But it's hard to enjoy it with complete peace of mind with the knowledge that it has...

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Jan 22, 20245 min read


Neoprene wetsuits: environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives
Providing insulation and protection, wetsuits are an essential item for those who love water activities, particularly in cool-climate...

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Jan 17, 20244 min read


The ultimate guide to World Surfing Reserves
The World Surfing Reserves (WSR) program has a vital mission: to protect the world's most iconic surf breaks by garnering international...

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Jan 15, 20248 min read


5 sustainable surf camps in Costa Rica
For surfers, Costa Rica is an undisputed paradise. With miles of largely uninhabited coastline and world-renowned waves, this Central...

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Jan 8, 20245 min read


10 sustainable surf organisations to follow in 2024
As surfers, we get to experience the ocean at its most awe-inspiring but also witness its alarming degradation up close. Once pristine...

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Jan 3, 20246 min read


4 incredible eco-friendly surf resorts in Fiji for a sustainable escape
Looking for the best eco-friendly surf resorts in Fiji? Discover four of our top picks if you want to chase waves sustainably in this...

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Dec 30, 20235 min read


Microplastics and their impact on our ocean environments
On a macro scale, our marine environments may appear relatively healthy. But lurking amongst the grains of sand and ocean waters is a...

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Dec 30, 20235 min read
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