Christmas Surf Camp in Nicaragua: All-Inclusive 7-Day Holiday Retreat with a Purpose at Still Salty Escape
Spend the holidays where the water's warm and the waves are waiting. Our Christmas Surf Camp in Nicaragua is an all-inclusive, oceanfront getaway built for surfers of every level who want to trade the cold and the chaos of the holiday season for daily surf, sunshine, and something that actually means something. Whether you're a complete beginner or returning to sharpen your technique, our expert coaches deliver daily personalized instruction to help you progress fast.
This isn't a big group retreat. It's an intimate holiday surf immersion. Just you, the waves, daily coaching, and a home base that feels like it was built for exactly this.
Enjoy 6 nights and 7 days of warm-water surfing over Christmas week, with daily coaching, board rental, and chef-prepared meals. With consistent waves and a supportive community, this Nicaragua holiday surf retreat is built for growth, adventure, and unforgettable sessions during the most meaningful time of year.
Surf With Purpose: Our Holiday Feeding Program
There's a tradition at Still Salty. Every holiday season, we provide food for local families who can't afford it during Christmas—and this camp falls right in the heart of it. Guests who want to are invited to join us for the feeding program: a chance to give back to the community that makes this coast so special, and to experience the holidays in a way you'll carry home with you. Come for the surf. Leave having made a difference. It's the rare Christmas vacation that gives as much as it gives you.
Our Location: Oceanfront Surf on Nicaragua's Northern Pacific Coast
Located on the rugged Pacific coast of Northern Nicaragua, Still Salty Escape sits just steps from uncrowded beaches and consistent waves that are ideal for surfers of all levels. Our oceanfront retreat blends laid-back luxury with tropical charm, featuring a private pool, oversized hammocks, lush gardens, and an open-air yoga shala.
With walkable surf breaks, stunning sunsets, and peaceful natural surroundings, it's the perfect base for a holiday surf camp in Nicaragua—and an unforgettable alternative to the usual Christmas plans.
Looking for something different to do over the holidays?
Skip the crowded airports and gray skies. Spend Christmas week surfing warm water, connecting with a like-minded community, and giving back to families in need. Book your spot at Still Salty Escape's Christmas Surf Camp in Nicaragua.
7 days, 6 nights stay at barefoot ocean front accommodation, Still Salty Escape
3 hearty meals and 1 delicious plant-based snack per day
water, coffee, tea, welcome drink
daily sessions
one session
to/from all surf breaks
International or domestic
(highly recommended)
Cost of airport tax upon arrival and/or departure (often included in price of plane ticket)
Additional hotel bookings (for those arriving early, or staying later)
Additional tours/treks/excursions/surf lessons
Can be arranged for an extra fee
Vaccinations, additional preventative medical needs
Personal shopping expenses/souvenirs
Personal photoshoots with retreat photographer
deserts, coconut, alcohol drinks, soda, juices & smoothies
***Airport transportation is not included in the price, but can be arranged for all travelers.
***Please note that only DINNER is included this day. Should you arrive early and request an earlier meal, this is available for an additional cost.
3:00 pm: Check-in available at Still Salty Escape
3:00 pm: Group orientation
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm: Intro to surfing lesson on land
6:30 pm: Dinner
***Please note that timing is not listed due to swell and tide dependencies.
Every day includes up to 2 hours of surf coaching, regardless of the time. Board rental is included daily, should you choose to free surf without coaching outside of the 2-hour block.
Coffee, tea, and breakfast snacks
Morning surf with coaching and video
Full breakfast
Video analysis feedback
Lunch
Sunset yoga
Dinner
*** Additional activities day/times may vary depending on the surf report. Please know that all inclusions listed will be offered throughout the week, even if the day or time changes.
Coffee, tea, and breakfast snacks
Morning surf with coaching
Full breakfast
Organic farm tour
Lunch
Free surf (unguided)
Dinner
Coffee, tea, and breakfast snacks
Morning surf with coaching
Full breakfast
Local cooking class
Lunch
Boat Tour
Dinner
Coffee, tea, and breakfast snacks
Morning surf with coaching
Full breakfast
Holiday Feeding Program
Lunch
Turtle release or free surf (unguided)
Dinner
Coffee, tea, and breakfast snacks
Morning surf with coaching
Full breakfast
Rest, recharge
Lunch
Dinner
Salsa night Christmas celebration
***Please note that only breakfast is included today. Should you prefer a late check-out or additional meals, we can arrange them for an additional fee.
Free surf (unguided)
Breakfast
11:00 am: Check out Still Salty Escape
* Please note that check-out time is strict according to our accommodation & new groups coming in.
* We can help to arrange ongoing transport for everyone departing.
Oceanfront Retreat Center in Nicaragua for Yoga + Surf Retreat Leaders
We host yoga, wellness, and surf retreat leaders at our oceanfront retreat center in Northern Nicaragua.
Still Salty Escape is a fully serviced, turnkey venue where we handle accommodations, meals, staff, and logistics so you can focus on your students and experience.
Our space is designed for connection, nature, and simplicity, with a private beachfront setting, oceanview yoga shala, and access to world-class surf.
We’ve built and run our own successful retreats, and we support teachers with pricing, structure, and marketing to help you create a profitable and sold-out retreat.
We help you structure and price your retreat in a way that is both aligned and profitable.
