Chile is a country made for surfing. Along the Pacific coast you will find perfect waves, relaxed places and an atmosphere that makes many travelers stay longer than planned.
At our partner surf camp you will spend your time at selected Spots right by the sea. You surf regularly, develop yourself in the water and become part of a small group at the same time, international community. You will not only experience the waves, but also everyday life on site.
Your stay will vary depending on the location. You can stay in a quiet surf camp In the middle of nature live or be part of a program in the middle of Valparaíso surfing with exchange and social commitment connects. In addition to fixed surf sessions, there is plenty of time to explore the surroundings, meet new people and find your own rhythm.
The program combines Surfing, traveling and community in a way that doesn't feel like a classic stay, but like a real time abroad.
WanderWorld's surf camp program combines surfing, community and an insight into everyday life on site. You are not just a participant, but actively live and support the camp or project. At the same time, you have enough time to to go surfing yourself, discover the surrounding area or simply enjoy everyday life by the sea.
Depending on the location, your stay will differ significantly and offer you different experiences.
At the Coast near Pichilemu you live in a surf camp that is strongly characterized Life and closeness to nature is characterized. The focus here is on surfing and the relaxed lifestyle around the ocean. You live together with other travelers, spend a lot of time outdoors and are part of an open, international environment. In addition to the surf sessions, you have the opportunity to, Yoga work in the co-working area or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere by the sea. The beach is only a few minutes away and forms the center of everyday life.
Your day has a clear structure without feeling like a traditional working day. You support the team at the camp with various tasks and are free to organize your day as you wish. Many participants use their free time for surfing, excursions in the surrounding area or simply to consciously slow down.
At the second location in Valparaíso, you will experience a different side of the program. Here, your stay is more strongly characterized by a fixed program and combines surfing with social commitment. You support regular surf sessions as well as learning and leisure activities for young people from coastal communities. It's not just about the surfing itself, but also about community, motivation and personal development.
What both locations have in common is that you Part of a community will. You will spend your time with people from different countries, share experiences and experience everyday life by the sea from a perspective that is often hidden from you as a normal traveler.
The program is deliberately kept flexible. Your everyday life is a mixture of fixed tasks, joint activities and your own time. It is precisely this combination that makes the surf camp program a special experience, where you don't just surf, but really immerse yourself in local life.
Your tasks in the surf camp program depend on which location you are assigned to. Basically, you provide support where help is needed on a day-to-day basis and are an integral part of the team.
At the surf camp near Punta de Lobos, the focus is on everyday life at the hostel. You support the Reception at check-in and check-out, help to keep the communal areas clean and inviting and prepare breakfast or spend it. An important part of your role is also the Contact with the guests. You quickly get into conversation, take part in activities or get involved when something is being organized.
Depending on your interests, you can also get involved in smaller creative or design tasks, for example designing communal areas, photos or small projects in the hostel.
Your everyday life is usually organized in shifts, which at the same time leave enough space. As a rule, you work around five hours a day and the rest of the time is free. Many people use this time to surf, go on excursions or simply enjoy the atmosphere by the sea. As the daily routine at the surf camp is heavily dependent on waves, weather and arrivals and departures, a certain degree of flexibility is helpful.
At the second location, you will support a surf-based program directly on the coast. Here you are actively involved in the surf sessions and help with the organization on site. This includes, for example, preparing and tidying up the equipment, distributing wetsuits or providing support during the sessions on the beach and in the water. You can also take photos or videos and take on smaller organizational tasks.
You will also accompany surfing-related activities and be part of the daily happenings. You spend a lot of time outdoors, are on the move and work closely with the team on site.
Overall, the task structure is varied and practical. You take responsibility, learn how to organize yourself in a new environment and at the same time get a realistic insight into the everyday life of a surf camp.
Punta de Lobos belongs to the most famous surf spots in Chile and is particularly known for its constant waves and impressive coastal landscape. The region around Pichilemu is relaxed, close to nature and attracts surfers and travelers from all over the world.
Wide beaches await you, Rocky coastal sections and rugged, pristine nature. Many days here begin and end by the sea, often with sunrise or sunset right by the water. In addition to surfing, you can take long walks along the coast, discover small cafés and restaurants in Pichilemu or go on excursions in the surrounding area.
The atmosphere is calm and at the same time very international. Many travelers come here specifically to spend time by the sea, surf or simply get away from it all. Punta de Lobos is a place where you can quickly wind down and experience a lot at the same time.
Valparaíso is one of the most creative and lively cities in South America. The city is known for its colorful houses, steep hills and impressive street art. In the winding alleyways you will find small cafés, bars, galleries and ever-changing views of the Pacific.
At the same time, you can quickly reach the coast and various surf spots in the area. Places like Concón or other beaches along the coast offer good conditions for surfing and are only a short drive away.
The region combines city life with nature. You can be by the sea during the day and wander the streets of Valparaíso in the evening. In addition to surfing, there are many opportunities for excursions, for example along the coast, to viewpoints or to the surrounding towns.
Valparaíso offers a special mixture of Culture, creativity and proximity to the sea and makes your stay varied and lively.
To participate in the surf camp program you need No special training or previous knowledge. Above all, it is important that you reliable like to be in the Team work and are willing to lend a hand in everyday life.
In the surf camp and hostel area, you will take on tasks where organization and open interaction with guests are important. You should feel comfortable taking on responsibility and actively approach other people.
As a large part of your time will be spent outside and in the water, it is also important that you are feel good in the sea. Surfing, carrying boards and an active everyday life are all part of the program. Flexibility helps you to adapt well to different processes and conditions on site.
Spanish plays a major role in everyday life on Chile's coast, but you will also meet an international community at the surf camps. Many guests and team members come from different countries, so English is also frequently spoken.
For participation not a perfect language level required. It is important that you can communicate in English and are open to using and developing your Spanish in everyday life. Basic knowledge of the s
panic language are therefore desirable.
Daily contact with guests, the team and other travelers often improves your language skills automatically. Many participants also consciously use their time at the surf camp to improve their Spanish in a practical way.
Your accommodation varies depending on the location, but in both cases you are close to the action and part of the community.
At the surf camp near Punta de Lobos, you live directly in the camp and are therefore only a few minutes away from the sea. You are fully integrated into everyday life on site and spend a lot of time together with other participants and guests. The accommodation is simple but comfortable and designed for communal living. Communal areas, outdoor spaces and short distances to the beach characterize everyday life.
During the program in Valparaíso, you will stay in a hostel within walking distance of the camp and the work locations on the coast. This gives you a good mix of your own retreat and proximity to the daily activities. Here, too, you usually share a room with other travelers and quickly become part of an open, international atmosphere.
A kitchen is available at both locations so that you can cater for yourself. Breakfast is often included in the surf camp. There are also various options in the area for eating out or cooking together with others.
The accommodation is deliberately kept uncomplicated. The focus is on living together, the proximity to the sea and the special atmosphere on site.
Carlos is German-Peruvian and grew up in Lima in a German family. He still lives there today and therefore speaks both Spanish and German. He has never been in Germany for more than three months, but he knows the customs and traditions first-hand. He also knows his native South America and its culture and can hardly wait to show you everything. Carlos describes himself as a fun-loving, helpful and humorous person who will always be at your side with help and advice. He is our local insider who will provide you with lots of tips and information about Latin America. If you have any questions during your stay in Latin America, a German-speaking contact person is available via WhatsApp in the same time zone.
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