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Active Mexico! Pacific Surf Camp
Join us for a transformative adventure in Mexico! This action-packed program combines surfing, hiking, and cultural exploration, perfect for both beginners and experienced surfers. Kick off your journey in Oaxaca City, the cultural hub of Mexico, where you'll spend a couple of days discovering vibrant street art and savoring the incredible local cuisine. Next, venture into the stunning mountainou...
Join us for a transformative adventure in Mexico! This action-packed program combines surfing, hiking, and cultural exploration, perfect for both beginners and experienced surfers. Kick off your journey in Oaxaca City, the cultural hub of Mexico, where you'll spend a couple of days discovering vibrant street art and savoring the incredible local cuisine. Next, venture into the stunning mountainous terrain of Hierve el Agua, known for its bubbling springs and petrified waterfalls. Then, travel to Puerto Escondido and settle into surf camp on the spectacular coastline. Spend a week surfing the Pacific, taking lessons, and exploring the breathtaking beaches of Puerto Escondido and Chacahua. Surf in the morning and enjoy coastal activities, including snorkeling, paddle boarding, aquatic tour...
Program Highlights
Engage in aquatic activities such as snorkeling and paddle boarding.
Soak in the mineral springs of Hierve el Agua, with its waters used by the Zapotec people since 1300 BC.
Tour Oaxaca City while enjoying its cuisine and traditional dishes such as mole and tlayudas.
Surf world-famous waves at Puerto Escondido and Chacahua.
Enjoy a scenic cruise through the coastal Manialtepec Lagoon with its lush mangrove channels and abundant wildlife.
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Surfing in Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Quick Details
- Puerto Escondido, Mexico
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Snorkeling
- Surfing
- Trekking
- American
- Canadian
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Overall Rating
Total Reviews
Well-organized!
by: Adrian LuckProgram: Active Mexico! Pacific Surf CampMy advice is to make lots of friends and try to speak Spanish as much as you can. The greatest benefits of this program were having fun with new friends, learning about Mexico and seeing how people live. I would recommend this program to future students.
New culture and friends
by: Alexander LuckProgram: Active Mexico! Pacific Surf CampI enjoyed gaining exposure to a new culture and meeting new friends! Our Arcos director was efficient, supportive, fun, relatable, and a problem solver. I would 100% recommend the Hike and Surf program to high school students. My advice is to just have fun!
Can't wait to go back!
by: Parent of Dylan EdelsteinProgram: Active Mexico! Pacific Surf CampMany benefits; exposure to culture, social confidence, much greater interest in Spanish language and Mexican culture. Can't wait to go back! Some places your child will go there will not be any people who speak English. Basic Spanish skills will lead to a better experience, especially if they want to move about independently.. Pamela, the program director, was amazing, Dylan can't stop talking about how great she was and how her connections are what made the trip so incredible for him.
Program Details
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Locations
- Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Snorkeling
Availability
Years Offered: 2025, 2026
- 1-2 Weeks
- Summer
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- American
- Canadian
- This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- All Program Activity Costs
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Medical / Accident Insurance
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Guest House
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
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