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Surf the world
like a local

Surf the world like a local
Surf the world like a local

WSL x Thermal

Exclusive, VIP experience at World Surf League competitive events with access to the VIP area, meet WSL athletes, and surfing with former WSL professional surfers as guides.

Just starting out?

Our Surfer Development Program puts you on the fast track to the next level thanks to in-water coaching, video analysis, and a 2:1 student-to-teacher ratio.
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Private, guided
surf adventures

The world’s most respected local guides, one-of-a-kind authentic experiences, and hand-picked surf lodging with soul.

Discover surfing’s
best-kept secret

Behind every iconic surf film is a local guide making it all happen. These men and women are the key to making our adventures truly unforgettable.

More surfing,
less guesswork

More surfing, less guesswork

Access
unknown spots

No surf cam? No problem. With our guides you can expect to surf waves that aren't on everyone's radar.

Maximize
your time

Our guides make sure you spend less time trying to pick the spot and dial it in, and more time scoring.

Surf your
perfect wave

Your guide is there to make sure you're on the right wave, whether you're a pro or on your very first surf trip.

Leave the
phone behind

Forecasts aren't foolproof. Lean on your guide's decades of experience to find the best waves as conditions change.

Say goodbye to
tourist traps

Let your personal surf guide welcome you into their world. Experience an authentic side of local life few surfers ever see.
Experience sustainable farming in Barbados
Ride historic Hawaiian boards on the North Shore
Explore remote corners of the Galapagos
Taste regional dishes cooked over an open-flame in Oaxaca
Experience sustainable farming in Barbados
Taste regional dishes cooked over an open-flame in Oaxaca
Ride historic Hawaiian boards on the North Shore
Explore remote corners of the Galapagos

Hand-picked villas
and boutique hotels

Our trips include stays at soulful, locally-owned villas and boutique hotels — chosen for their proximity to the surf, luxurious amenities and relaxed local style.

“There's nobody else offering this kind of experience.”

— Scott, United States