Beginner Surf and Stay Packages 7 days 6 nights Join us on a surfing odyssey for a taste of the Mexican surf lifestyle in the renowned Nayarit Riviera just located about 45 minutes north from Puerto Vallarta. Sayulita's consistent waves, warm water, and village charm makes it the ideal backdrop for the ultimate surf experience. This trip is ideal for beginner surfers that want to take their surfing to the next level. Day 1: Arrival You will be met at the airport in beautiful Puerto Vallarta by our transportation service (optional) and will be taken to your accommodation in the village of Sayulita. The 45 minute scenic drive to Sayulita will drive through the roadside towns of Nuevo Vallarta and Bucerias. After driving through the beautiful jungle you will emerge at the entrance of our beautiful beachside village of Sayulita. You will spend the afternoon and evening getting acquainted with the cobblestone streets and openair markets of this throw-back Mexican surfing village. Tonight during your welcome dinner at our water front restaurant you will enjoy a great ocean side meal to get ready for the next day s adventures.
Day 2: Welcome to Surf Paradise After you wake up in your Surf-Chic bungalow in paradise to the crisp ocean air and the sound of the waves (upgraded package) in your nature friendly environment, we will meet up at our beach location at the first low tide of the day with your small group for our first scheduled surf lesson. Sayulita s crescent bay and shallow sandy bottom make it ideal for catching your first waves on the long, consistent sand bottom beach break. After introductions and some land lessons in safety, surf etiquette, and basic techniques we re ready to hit the water and catch our first waves. Wildmex s expert instructors will teach you basic surf dynamics including wave selection, speed and pop - up technique. Your surf instructors will be on hand to work with you individually and give great tips to improve your efficiency. By the end of today beginners will have caught their first wave and more advanced riders will have perfected fundamental skills. We will then break for lunch and a much needed rest. You should take this opportunity to hit the fresh fruit stand on the sand bar or grab a seaside burrito, you ve certainly earned it. Take the rest of the afternoon at your own pace to improve on the skills that you have learned. Day 3: Find Your Stroke Your second day of surfing in Sayulita will build on the fundamentals we have already learned. Today your instructors will take you to the next level by teaching you how to select the best waves, pivot, and optimal paddling techniques to catch waves by yourself. Get ready to move to deeper water and catch breaking waves! The later part of the morning will be an open surf session to catch a few more waves and some one-on-one time with your instructors. Now you will have the confidence and skills to move onto the bigger waves and different breaks that lie ahead.
Day 4 to 6: The real surfing experience From day 4 to 6 guests go on 3 of our popular surf trips. These trips to secluded surf breaks in the area are often most of our guests trip highlight. One of the great perks in the area are the boat-only accessible surfbreaks, which host waves for different ability levels. There is also a wide array of land accessible breaks which also host great quality waves under the adequate conditions. Depending on the current conditions and guests ability level, we will chose between land accessed or boat accessed breaks to get you surfing. Instructors will take these days to the next level, by teaching guests the dynamics of moving around on a point break. Guests will have a chance to catch clean long waves by themselves and experience long and smooth rides. 7: Departure Day If you just haven t had enough, get your morning surf in before your airport shuttle to Puerto Vallarta Airport comes to take pick you up. TOUR DETAILS Accommodations: We have three different accommodation options for you to choose from; Basic, Standard and Upgraded, to fit your necessities.
Basic Package Our Basic accommodation has simple rooms with private bathrooms, a common kitchen, common area and dinning room, as well as pool and sun chair area. During the summer (May- October) rooms have AC, during the winter (Nov-April) there is no AC needed. There is Wi Fi on every room, the building is safe and clean, and a 24 hour caretaker lives in the property The complex is located on a relatively quiet area of town, one block from the beach, and steeps from various meal option for different budgets as well as small convenience stores, and three blocks from downtown which hosts lots of restaurants and bars. The complex is two blocks from our headquarters in town, which is our meeting location for all our services. Our Basic accommodation is great for travelers looking for a social atmosphere or for those looking for an inexpensive surf holiday. Solo travelers stay at one of our Basic rooms, while couples or parties of two get automatically upgraded to more spacious and more private rooms.
Standard Package Our Standard accommodation is thought to give our guests freedom to have as quiet of a Surf Holiday as they want, or be socially active if that is what they are looking for. Tucked away 2 blocks from the beach and 5 minutes from downtown and restaurants, this location gives guests the opportunity to rest on a quiet atmosphere and have access to all services and fun in town. All rooms have WiFi access, AC, a safe to store your valuables and have comfortable mattresses with quality sheets and pillows. The complex has a common pool, perfect for socializing, a nice terrace for sunset drinks, and a beautiful yoga studio that hosts Yoga Classes each morning (extra 10 usd per session). Guests have access to bicycles to ride into town for free and there is a full time reception service at the entrance of the complex. The complex has plenty of plants everywhere and small details that show they care about their guests.
Upgraded Package Our surf inspired accommodation uses harmony with nature to create a magical tropical experience. These ocean front luxury suites with open air authentic feel are an excellent retreat. Rooms with great ocean views, awesome decor and spacious terraces; this accommodation is definitely unique, rooms with private splash pools are also available. This is the place to stay for guests looking for a more luxurious holiday or couple wanting a romantic getaway. During the summer (May- October) rooms have AC, during the winter (Nov-April) there is no AC needed, every room has Wi Fi Access Our ocean front accommodation is a 5 minute walk from downtown where guests can find all sorts of restaurants and bars and 5 minutes from from our headquarters in town, which is our meeting location for all our services. Solo travelers stay at one of our Deluxe ocean view Villas, while couples or groups of two get automatically upgraded to more spacious Ocean View Villas with more amenities.
Trip Fee Includes: 6 nights lodging. Welcome dinner (Not included on Basic package). All breakfasts (Not included on Basic Package) Week long surfboard and rash guard rental. Access to Wildmex 100 + Surfboard Inventory Use of Wildmex Stand Up Paddle Boards at Sayulita 5 days of instructed surfing by expert instructors. All surf transportation to surf breaks, all boat shuttles to surfbreaks Wetsuit tops for guests sensitive to cold water. Trip Fee Excludes:. Alcoholic drinks at group dinners Gratuity to guides/instructors Gateway City: Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Available Extras: Round trip Airport transportation: $135 USD per vehicle (Please visit our link to pre- arrange transportation at http://wildmex.com/airport_pickup) Please also let us know if you would like to share the cost and we will try to pair you up with another camper to ride with if available. Trip Length: 7 days / 6 nights, including two transportation days If you are unable to do a full 6 day camp or are staying longer than 6 days the following options are available: Per day- (Less than a week) Price is slightly more expensive but you will have the same awesome camp experience and attention plus added flexibility. Extra day (more than 1 week) - If you are on and extended vacation and looking for a full surf experience with time to learn and then practice all that you have learned, we offer a reduced price for extra added days to help extend your surf experience
Group Size: Depending on the time of the year, our group sizes vary. During holidays, our groups are a maximum of 9 people (1 van / 9 guests / 3 instructors) When it is quieter or during low season (Mid-August till Mid-October) our groups are smaller, and it is more likely that we will be running camps with 1-3 people. We will always have 1:4 ratios with instructors and clients in order to maximize the surf experience and provide more personal attention. Starting Dates: Our camp schedules run year round and can start any day of the week. You tell us your dates and we will make it happen. Advantages during High Season: Lots of fun, meeting tons of people, awesome group dynamic. Advantages during Low season: More focused instruction and more flexibility regarding surf breaks and schedule. Level: Although you don t need to have surfing experience to enjoy this trip you do need to be in good physical condition. The long and fun days are spent in the surf being physically active. Weeklong Packages Price Per Extra day Person Double Occupancy Notes per Person Standard Package $1,175 USD Gets Upgraded to Double Villa Welcome dinner and BKFs included $180 USD Gets Upgraded to basic double Welcome dinner and BKFs Basic Package $845 USD $135 USD room NOT included Gets Upgraded to Premium Welcome dinner and BKFs Upgraded Package $1,975 USD $320 USD Suite included Non Surfer Discount $445 USD Day by Day Packages Standard Packages Per day (less than a week) Price per Person $205 USD Notes Basic Package $145 USD Welcome Dinner not included Upgraded Package $340 USD
Surf and Stay Packages Cancellation Policies Full payment required in order to make a booking Cancellations with 30 days notice get 70% money back Cancellations with less than 30 days, do not get money back No money back on Cancellations for holiday season (Christmas and New Years) 30% fee for cancellations for the Surf Trips due to illness made with less than 24 hours. Wildmex is not responsible for the ocean or weather, due to the nature of the sport, the conditions are not always ideal yet you can be sure we ll always make our best to provide the service you deserve and that we ll take you to our best spot.