Surf & Yoga Retreat in Chile: Waves, Mountains, and Nature

A typical day starts early — coffee and breakfast, then a check of the surf. If conditions are good, you'll load up and head to the secret spot, a beach break that the team has been surfing for years and that rarely sees other people. Sessions run two to three hours, with the Chilean guides in the water giving pointers. If the swell is too big or too small, Eliana might suggest a trip to the mountains instead — the camp runs a 'Surf n' Snow' option in season, and there are hikes and hot springs within reach.

Back at the house, lunch is usually a big bowl of something local — think fresh fish, avocado, tomatoes, and bread, or a vegetable stew with beans and rice. Afternoons are free for yoga on the deck, a nap, or a walk down to the beach. The yoga teacher is also a physiotherapist, so classes often focus on shoulders, hips, and lower back — the spots that get tight from paddling. If you want one-on-one work, you can book a session.

Evenings are communal. Depending on the night, someone cooks (often a Chilean asado or a pasta), or the group goes to a local restaurant in town. There's usually a fire if the weather allows, and people tend to turn in early because the next surf check is at sunrise. The camp can arrange airport pickup from Concepcion or Santiago — it's a long drive, so most people fly to Concepcion and take a bus or private transfer the rest of the way.

What makes this different from a big surf resort is the location and the people. It's a dead-end town, so there's no traffic and no crowds in the water. The guides are Chilean and grew up surfing these breaks — they know which tide works and where the rips are. Eliana's background as a snowboard instructor means she's used to teaching in a structured way, so beginners get clear progression rather than just being pushed into waves. And because the camp is small, you get to know everyone, including the locals.

The house itself is simple but comfortable — shared rooms, hot showers, a big kitchen, and a deck with an ocean view. It's not a luxury hotel, and that's part of the point. You're here for the waves and the quiet. Cell service is spotty, which most people find a relief after a day or two.

If you're coming for a week, plan on surfing most days, with at least one day trip to the mountains or a nearby national park. Longer stays can include multi-day excursions. The camp operates mainly from October to April, when the water is warmer (still a 4/3 wetsuit) and the weather is stable. Winter is for snowboarding in the Andes, which Eliana also guides.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation in shared or private rooms - Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner (except meals eaten out) - Daily surf sessions with Chilean guides - Surfboard and wetsuit rental - Yoga classes (1-2 per day) - Airport pickup from Concepcion (for a fee) - Daily housekeeping (common areas)

What's not included

- International flights - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Optional excursions (e.g., hot springs, mountain trips) - Meals at local restaurants - Alcohol - Physiotherapy sessions (available for a fee)