Soul Water Surf

Nicaragua is home to some of the most consistent and ideal surf conditions with offshore winds almost all year long. We'll be surfing at a wide variety of locations, from reeling points to peaky beach breaks arriving at our various breaks by both land and sea.

You'll be surfing at various locations, from remote reeling points to tropical peaky beach breaks, arriving at our various breaks via premium land and sea vessels.

We have a world-class private beach break directly out front of the estate and 15 premier surf breaks within 45 minutes via land/sea.

Guests have the opportunity to challenge themselves in the water with professional surf coaching and lessons. There is also plenty to experience and enjoy for those whose friends or partners do not plan on surfing.

A One-of-a-kind surf holiday experience for those who want the most out of their surf holiday. ! Soul Water Surf was born out of a passion for offering a holistic luxury alternative to the usual surf travel experience. We have access to world-class private surf breaks at our doorstep as well as a wide variety of premium points, beachies, and shelf breaks accessible via high-caliber land and sea transport.

Enjoy premier accommodations/amenities at our luxury beachfront estate alongside a team of sincere seasoned coaches/facilitators and hosts. Expand your health and minimize recovery time between surf sessions with professionally guided immersions at our private Sauna and Ice Bath facility. We're fortunate to have all-day offshore winds, warm tropical water, and access to over 15 surf breaks from points to peaky beach breaks all within 45 minutes from the beach-front estate with one of the world's best private access peaky beach breaks directly out front.

SWS curated luxury surf holidays have plenty to offer both surfers and non-surfers alike. All guests have the opportunity to enjoy private sessions by a team of certified holistic facilitators and hosts with a wide variety of optional training ranging from Breathwork, Guided Meditations, Surf Strength Classes, and Yoga to exposure therapy sessions at our private Sauna & Ice Bath facility and a variety of spa treatments by our seasoned spa director.

A Soul water surf guests leave not only with epic memories but new tools to improve their surfing and enhance their wellbeing.

Passionate about connecting with others and creating unforgettable holidays, founder Derek Thomas has spent over a decade hosting high-end surf trips around the globe. From yachts to private islands throughout the Maldives, Indonesia, Hawaii, and Central America, hosting everyone from surfed stoked groms with their folks to well-known celebrities and season pros.

Our Holistic Surf Retreats are the entire package for adventurous surfers of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned surfer, still finding your sea legs, or a non-surfer seeking a luxury tropical haven to relax and enjoy premium spa services, organic food & various healing arts with like-minded individuals.

An authentic luxury surf holiday with the addition of transformative tools consciously interwoven into and around the surf. At soul Water Surf we believe a complete surf holiday should inspire, reconnect and enliven your spirit while both enhancing your health and expanding your horizons.

Our guests have the opportunity to immerse themselves with like minds in luxurious tropical settings at our oceanfront estate while enjoying epic level-specific waves, positive energy, and transformative tools for mind and body available around surf sessions.

Our family of seasoned holistic professionals will guide and inspire you through a surf holiday like no other. Various transformative tools are consciously interwoven into and around the surf and there is no previous experience necessary.

Beyond Surf coaching/lessons and nightly group video analysis at the pad, guests enjoy professionally guided Breathwork & Meditation sessions, Sauna-Ice Bath immersions, pool training, Yoga & Foundation Surf Strength classes, as well as optional professional spa treatments and much more consciously integrated around the surf.

Return home grounded and re-aligned with some amazing surf photos/videos, new friends, and powerful physical and mental life tools along with your unforgettable memories.

The trip

Located in the private surf & golf community Hacienda Iguana, enjoy luxury accommodations alongside like minds with world-class surf at your doorstep, professional surf guides/coaches, and access to a large number of premier surf breaks via land and sea.

Dive into professional guided sessions at our private Sauna & Ice Bath facility, as well as various situational breathing techniques, guided meditations, yoga, gym, and much more between surf sessions!

We'll hang out at our one-of-a-kind utopian beach club for sunset. Visit some of our favorite restaurants in the evening after a long epic day of surfing and watch the day's sessions on video for analysis, coaching, and comradery.

The culture

As we travel to different breaks and various locations, we love to take our guests to some of our favorite known as well as not so well known local spots. Guests also have the opportunity to get involved in local activities and learn more about what makes Nicaragua so special and sacred. We have a few locations we love to share with the guests that we like to keep under the radar.

Enjoy and enliven your being with nutrient-dense locally grown meals and fresh organic cold-pressed juices at our beach estate for breakfast and lunch. In the vending, visit some of our favorite scenic restaurants. Beverages range from organic green juices and smoothies to top-shelf cocktails, fresh coconuts, and more. Gorgeous sunsets offer a time of lounging, enjoying the natural beauty, and getting to know others.

Guests have the opportunity to challenge themselves in the water with professional surf coaching and lessons. There is also plenty to experience and enjoy for those whose friends or partners do not plan on surfing.

Enjoy a 5-star experience in every way. Our accommodations range from luxury estates to premier villas and private suites, depending on the size and preferences of each group and its individuals.

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All-inclusive non-stop adventure

Just relax and enjoy the experience of your soulful surf holiday. Arrival-to-departure, we have you completely covered.

Your days will be filled with activities and adventures in Nicaragua. You can go from world-class surfing to golf, deep-sea fishing, horseback riding on the beach, and mountain biking trails, or choose to relax and take some "me time" with one of our professional spa treatments.