Sustainable Surf Adventures

Discover our collection of articles highlighting sustainable surf adventures, eco-friendly surf resorts and ocean conservation initiatives

EcoOceanEscapes

Dec 1211 min read

9 best places to surf in Japan

From the tropical waters of Okinawa in the south to the snowy coastlines of Hokkaido in the north, Japan serves up a smorgasbord of...

Everything you need to know about surfing in Pohnpei

EcoOceanEscapes

Dec 58 min read

Everything you need to know about surfing in Pohnpei

Micronesia is a far-flung archipelago of over 600 islands that beckons adventurers with its perfect blend of tropical landscapes,...

Everything you need to know about surfing in Iceland: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

EcoOceanEscapes

Nov 247 min read

Everything you need to know about surfing in Iceland: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

Dubbed the “Land of Fire and Ice” , Iceland is slowly emerging as a sought-after destination for intrepid surfers . Its waves were first...

Everything you need to know about surfing in the Andaman Islands

EcoOceanEscapes

Nov 207 min read

Everything you need to know about surfing in the Andaman Islands

Tucked away in the far-flung reaches of the Bay of Bengal, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a hidden paradise surrounded by the...

Everything you need to know about surfing in Norway: Best surf spots + places to stay

EcoOceanEscapes

Nov 1411 min read

Everything you need to know about surfing in Norway: Best surf spots + places to stay

With its (frighteningly) cold waters and challenging accessibility , surfing in Norway is not for everyone. But those willing to brave...

Best places to surf in Ghana + eco-friendly stays

EcoOceanEscapes

Nov 78 min read

Best places to surf in Ghana + eco-friendly stays

While Ghanaians have been riding waves for decades (originally on wooden boards in pursuit of fish), modern surf culture in this West...

5 best eco-friendly places to stay in Mancora, Peru

EcoOceanEscapes

Oct 316 min read

5 best eco-friendly places to stay in Mancora, Peru

Located in Peru’s far north (around 130 kilometres from the Ecuadorian border), Mancora is popular surf destination that’s known for...

Planning a sustainable surf trip to Peru: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

EcoOceanEscapes

Oct 2911 min read

Planning a sustainable surf trip to Peru: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

Stretching along the western edge of South America between Chile and Ecuador , Peru is no stranger to international travellers as a...

13 eco-friendly places to stay in Ecuador for surfers

EcoOceanEscapes

Oct 239 min read

13 eco-friendly places to stay in Ecuador for surfers

While it only has a short coastline compared to its neighbours, Colombia and Peru, Ecuador boasts some of the best surf in South America...

8 eco-friendly surf resorts and hotels in Nicaragua

EcoOceanEscapes

Oct 216 min read

8 eco-friendly surf resorts and hotels in Nicaragua

As a surf destination, Nicaragua might not be as famous as Costa Rica (not yet anyway) but it's quickly rising as an incredible place to...

Planning a sustainable surf trip to Papua New Guinea: Best surf spots + eco-friendly resorts

EcoOceanEscapes

Oct 1010 min read

Planning a sustainable surf trip to Papua New Guinea: Best surf spots + eco-friendly resorts

One of the most linguistically diverse countries in the world , Papua New Guinea is a ruggedly beautiful island nation in the South...

Sustainable surf guide to the Solomon Islands: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

EcoOceanEscapes

Oct 811 min read

Sustainable surf guide to the Solomon Islands: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

Perched on the western edge of the Pacific Ocean lies the Solomon Islands, a remote Melanesian paradise that boasts some of the most...

7 of the best eco-friendly hotels and resorts in Portugal for surfers

EcoOceanEscapes

Oct 49 min read

7 of the best eco-friendly hotels and resorts in Portugal for surfers

Stretching down the western side of the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal’s dramatic coastline is hit by powerful swells generated in the...

Sustainable surf guide to Sumbawa: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

EcoOceanEscapes

Oct 210 min read

Sustainable surf guide to Sumbawa: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

Situated alongside the popular surf hubs of Bali and Lombok , Sumbawa is a spectacular isle in the Lesser Sunda chain. It’s renowned for...

Sustainable surf guide to Lombok: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

EcoOceanEscapes

Sep 309 min read

Sustainable surf guide to Lombok: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

Forming part of the Lesser Sunda chain, Lombok is a sun-drenched volcanic island to the east of Bali . The scenery here is nothing short...

Sustainable surf guide to Sumba: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

EcoOceanEscapes

Sep 2611 min read

Sustainable surf guide to Sumba: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

In the eastern reaches of the Indonesian archipelago lies the island of Sumba , a place where time seems to move to a different rhythm...

Planning a sustainable surf vacation in Tonga

EcoOceanEscapes

Aug 138 min read

Planning a sustainable surf vacation in Tonga

With its remote setting in the South Pacific , the Kingdom of Tonga is an enchanting archipelago that has largely evaded the clutches of...

Best places to surf in Ireland + eco-friendly stays

EcoOceanEscapes

Aug 710 min read

Best places to surf in Ireland + eco-friendly stays

It’s no longer a secret that Ireland boasts incredible surf , with both amateur enthusiasts and world-class professionals flocking to the...

Eco-friendly places to stay while surfing in Colombia

EcoOceanEscapes

Aug 512 min read

Eco-friendly places to stay while surfing in Colombia

With around 2,900 kilometres of coastline shared between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, Colombia has long been renowned for its...

Eco-friendly hotels in Tamarindo, Costa Rica

EcoOceanEscapes

Aug 18 min read

Eco-friendly hotels in Tamarindo, Costa Rica

On the sun-drenched Pacific coast of Costa Rica's Guanacaste Province lies the vibrant town of Tamarindo, a hub for surf enthusiasts...

Best places to surf in the Canary Islands + eco-friendly places to stay

EcoOceanEscapes

Jul 308 min read

Best places to surf in the Canary Islands + eco-friendly places to stay

Situated 100 kilometres off the coast of Morocco , the Canary Islands are closer to Africa than they are to their governing country of...

Nicaragua: Best places to surf and eco-friendly stays

EcoOceanEscapes

Jul 2611 min read

Nicaragua: Best places to surf and eco-friendly stays

While yet to be as popular as its southern neighbour, Costa Rica , Nicaragua is fast becoming one of Central America’s premier surf...

EcoOceanEscapes

Jul 2211 min read

Surfing guide to Senegal

From the moment you set foot in Senegal, you'll be enveloped by the warm, tropical climate and vibrant spirit that permeates the streets....

10 of the best surf spots in Sri Lanka (plus eco-friendly places to stay)

EcoOceanEscapes

Jul 1117 min read

10 of the best surf spots in Sri Lanka (plus eco-friendly places to stay)

In recent years, Sri Lanka has emerged as an increasingly popular destination for surfers seeking world-class waves in a uniquely...

EcoOceanEscapes

Jul 59 min read

Eco-friendly guide to surfing in Samoa

Samoa has long been a hidden gem for seasoned surfers seeking uncrowded, world-class waves in the South Pacific . Its two main islands...

Everything you need to know about surfing in the Galapagos Islands

EcoOceanEscapes

Jul 28 min read

Everything you need to know about surfing in the Galapagos Islands

Not long ago, the Galapagos Islands were not even on the radar for most surfers, known more for their incredible natural landscapes and...

7 of the best surf spots in Ecuador (+ eco-friendly places to stay)

EcoOceanEscapes

Jun 2810 min read

7 of the best surf spots in Ecuador (+ eco-friendly places to stay)

Stretching 2,250 kilometres along the Pacific Ocean, Ecuador delivers some of the best surf in South America . It boasts wide, golden...

Best places to surf in Mozambique (and eco-friendly places to stay)

EcoOceanEscapes

Jun 256 min read

Best places to surf in Mozambique (and eco-friendly places to stay)

Hugging the southeast corner of Africa, Mozambique’s vast and largely untapped coastline presents an alluring frontier for surfers...

Amazing places to surf in South Africa (for all levels)

EcoOceanEscapes

Jun 246 min read

Amazing places to surf in South Africa (for all levels)

With over 2,500 kilometres of coastline to play with, those chasing waves truly are spoiled for choice in South Africa. From the gentle...

Packing list for a sustainable surf vacation

EcoOceanEscapes

Jun 146 min read

Packing list for a sustainable surf vacation

When prepping for any surf vacation, it's easy to just focus on boards - how many and how you’re going to get them there. But there are...

EcoOceanEscapes

Jun 129 min read

8 of the best places to surf in Taiwan

Over the past couple of decades, surfing has experienced a remarkable surge in popularity in Taiwan. Despite its 24 million population,...

Best places to surf in Morocco + eco-friendly stays

EcoOceanEscapes

Jun 39 min read

Best places to surf in Morocco + eco-friendly stays

As the towering Atlas Mountains slope down to meet the Atlantic Ocean, they give way to long, sandy beaches and deep underwater trenches...

EcoOceanEscapes

May 306 min read

Eco-friendly hotels in Santa Teresa

Set along the sun-drenched coast of the Nicoya Peninsula, Santa Teresa has long drawn surfers with its Pacific Ocean swells. For decades,...

Everything you need to know about travel insurance for surfers

EcoOceanEscapes

May 276 min read

Everything you need to know about travel insurance for surfers

Embarking on a surf adventure overseas can be an unforgettable experience, but it's also important to ensure you have the proper...

EcoOceanEscapes

May 245 min read

5 sustainable El Salvador surf resorts

Tucked away between Guatemala, Honduras and the Pacific Ocean, El Salvador is a compact country that packs an impressive punch when it...

Best eco-friendly resorts in Bali for divers and surfers

EcoOceanEscapes

May 148 min read

Best eco-friendly resorts in Bali for divers and surfers

For diving and surfing, the Island of the Gods is a dream destination. Bali boasts incredible breaks for all levels of boardriders, as...

Surfboard carbon footprints and how to reduce your impact

EcoOceanEscapes

Apr 233 min read

Surfboard carbon footprints and how to reduce your impact

Over the past few decades, the pursuit of low cost, high performance surfboards to meet the demands of a growing number of surfers...

EcoOceanEscapes

Apr 155 min read

5 eco-friendly surf camps in Sri Lanka

Surrounded by palm-fringed beaches and warm waters, Sri Lanka boasts nearly 1,600 kilometres of surfable coastline. Thanks to swells...

Sustainable Maldives resorts for surfers that will blow your mind

EcoOceanEscapes

Apr 28 min read

Sustainable Maldives resorts for surfers that will blow your mind

If there’s one thing that comes to mind when you think about the Maldives, it’s luxury travel. But also surf. This Indian Ocean paradise...

5 sustainable resorts and hotels in Siargao

EcoOceanEscapes

Apr 16 min read

5 sustainable resorts and hotels in Siargao

Since being “discovered” by a tight-knit group of surfers in the late 1980s, Siargao has blossomed into one of the Philippines’ top...

EcoOceanEscapes

Feb 224 min read

5 sustainable stays in Taghazout

While waves litter Morocco’s Atlantic coast, the most famous (and wave-rich) stretch is arguably around the village of Taghazout. Located...

EcoOceanEscapes

Feb 198 min read

Sustainable surf resorts in Indonesia

It’s no secret that Indonesia offers some of the most epic surf on the planet. But as more and more travellers flock to this Asian...

11 of the world's best surf destinations

EcoOceanEscapes

Jan 258 min read

11 of the world's best surf destinations

What makes an incredible surf spot? That's a tricky question. For some, it's all about the perfect wave - long, smooth and barreling. For...

10 lifestyle changes to reduce ocean plastic

EcoOceanEscapes

Jan 225 min read

10 lifestyle changes to reduce ocean plastic

For divers and surfers, the ocean is our playground. But it's hard to enjoy it with complete peace of mind with the knowledge that it has...

Neoprene wetsuits: environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives

EcoOceanEscapes

Jan 174 min read

Neoprene wetsuits: environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives

Providing insulation and protection, wetsuits are an essential item for those who love water activities, particularly in cool-climate...

The ultimate guide to World Surfing Reserves

EcoOceanEscapes

Jan 158 min read

The ultimate guide to World Surfing Reserves

The World Surfing Reserves (WSR) program has a vital mission: to protect the world's most iconic surf breaks by garnering international...

EcoOceanEscapes

Jan 85 min read

5 sustainable surf camps in Costa Rica

For surfers, Costa Rica is an undisputed paradise. With miles of largely uninhabited coastline and world-renowned waves, this Central...

10 sustainable surf organisations to follow in 2024

EcoOceanEscapes

Jan 36 min read

10 sustainable surf organisations to follow in 2024

As surfers, we get to experience the ocean at its most awe-inspiring but also witness its alarming degradation up close. Once pristine...

4 of the best eco-friendly surf resorts in Fiji

EcoOceanEscapes

Dec 30, 20234 min read

4 of the best eco-friendly surf resorts in Fiji

Fiji boasts some of the planet's most epic waves, including Cloudbreak, a legendary left-hander that's on every surfer's bucket list. But...

Microplastics and their impact on our ocean environments

EcoOceanEscapes

Dec 30, 20235 min read

Microplastics and their impact on our ocean environments

On a macro scale, our marine environments may appear relatively healthy. But lurking amongst the grains of sand and ocean waters is a...

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