Surf, dance & reconnect: A tropical immersion in Costa Rica’s wild coast
15 Reviews
Host & Team
Hours & Tasks
Surf Camp
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 12 Meeting international travelers
- 10 Meeting locals
- 10 Get in touch with nature
- 9 Immersing in the local culture
- 5 Practicing Spanish
- 4 Developing environmental awareness
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 3 4. Quality education
- 1 10. Reduced inequalities
Sofia
United States
I love the surf camp and this was not my first time visiting however, this was my first time traveling with World Packers. I understand complications may happen but I do feel the host didn't quite take initiative to make everyone feel safe throughout the experience when chaos or miscommunication occurred. The food was great and the activities were fun! Before traveling with World Packers I would double check how and who you may need to contact for emergencies. Just to clarify, I thought Marylou was great and very helpful and took a lot of responsibility for where the host fell short.
3 months ago
Luke
United States
There was a significant lack of communication from Eva, which led a lot of people on the trip including me to spend more time and money than they we had planned. The lack of organization was almost frustrating. MaryLou, (our trip coordinator) made everything so much easier for everyone. Wherever there was issues or miscommunication, Marylou was more than happy to help! Will definitely return to the surf camp but not with the same host.
3 months ago
Sidney
United States
Lots of fun to meet others and get a lot of different experiences in the surf camp! The turtles were great but also not a guarantee based on season and day to day. Loved getting plenty of time to connect with others and experience so much together!
4 months ago
Estefanie
United States
I had a great time. It was my first group trip and first international solo trip so definitely set the bar for the next ones I take. Hotel was comfortable and activities were so fun. The l my problem I found was that were were being sent to places without a guide and without truly knowing where we were going. It was an adventure but could've been set up to be more secure.
4 months ago
Ana Laura
Mexico
En este viaje conocí a personas increíbles de diferentes lugares del mundo y pude conectar con los lugares tan mágicos que el surf camp ofrece. Sin embargo, no todo lo establecido en el viaje se cumplió. Se sintió más como un viaje de turista que un voluntariado real. Aún así estoy muy agradecida por esta experiencia. 🫰🏼
3 months ago