The first exclusive all-inclusive weekend camp to try surf, kitesurf and wingfoil in Colombia all at once
August & December 2024
2 upcoming dates
Are you ready to connect with the ocean in a fun new way learning surf, kitesurf and wingfoil all at once?
Have you always wanted to try surf, kitesurf or wingfoil when watching your friends or travelers at amazing spots? Have you always wanted to feel the water and the wind in an exciting brand new way? Surf, kitesurf and wingfoil are amazing watersports that connect you with nature, balance and freedom. They transform your physical and mental health in ways you’ve never imagined. Come join us in an epic journey of adventure, balance and connection. A wave of contagious good vibes awaits you.
Who is this experience for?
- Adventurous souls in search of freedom and connection with nature
- People looking to disconnect from stress and routine
- People in search of a passion that brings well-being and balance to their lives
- Travelers looking for a fun and different weekend discovering trendy water sports in Colombia
This experience requires you to have basic swimming skills and confidence with the ocean. You don’t need to have previous experience with water sports, as it’s for beginners. If you can’t swim or panic with the ocean this might not be for you.
Our watersports highway
If you haven’t heard of Atlántico watersports highway, you’ll be glad to know you’ll be one of the first people to experience it while doing three sports on a weekend. You’ll need to fly or get to Barranquilla however is possible for you. Just 20 minutes north of Barranquilla, we’ll find our camp base, Puerto Colombia. This is where we’ll stay as a tribe. But it’s not the only place you’ll visit. You’ll get the chance to learn kitesurf and wingfoil, in Bocas de Ceniza, the safest top spot for beginners in wind sports. Our surfing sessions will take place at Pradomar, Puerto Colombia, one of the most noble beaches to learn all types of surfing in Colombia. Explore the idyllic all these places and hidden spots while you enjoy unforgettable sunsets and a lots of adventure.
Lodging
Despertar Oceánico The Experience is hosted in a private brand new house, fully private at a short walk from the front beach at Pradomar. Wake up with the sound of wind and birds, surrounded by fruit trees and an awesome ocean view. Our house can accommodate 12 people in double rooms each with private bathrooms and A/C. There is a beautiful swimming pool, a sundeck amazing for sunset, yoga and ocean views and a hang-out area to enjoy tribe conversations or siestas. Our house is set for the perfect rest and comfort you need for a perfect week of adventure, sports and mental health balance.What’s included?
- 4 day / 3 night accommodation
- 2 person room / ensuite bathroom
- 2 x double beds
- Solo travellers will be matched with a roommate
- 3 semi-private surf, kitesurf and wingfoil lessons with certified IKO and ISA coaches and equipment (+12 years of experience)
- All deliciously caribbean fresh meals per day plus daily healthy snacks and hydration (breakfast, lunch and dinner with vegetarian options)
- Daily restorative yoga and meditation
- Fun professional photos from all the experience
- All transfers airport-hotel and between activities
- Additional fun trips to secret local tourism spots and restaurants
AUGUST 2024
Availability
12 spots
Level
Beginners
DECEMBER 2024
Availability
12 spots
Level
Beginners
About Caro, Maripocean founder and your camp host
Hey ocean lovers! I’m Caro Franco, your camp host. With three years of surfing in Colombia and Mexico and a year of wingfoiling under my belt, I’ve found solace and passion in the water, especially after overcoming burnout. Trained by top IKO certified instructors, I bring expertise in kitesurfing, wingfoiling, and surfing.
In addition to my water sports journey, I’ve also served as a social media journalist, covering high-performance kitesurf camps in Salinas del Rey in 2023, South American Wingfoil Racing in Cartagena in 2023, and local competitions such as the ProWave Championship in Salinas and Surf National Competitions in Cartagena.
Beyond the waves, I’m a seasoned tourism entrepreneur, having launched an ecotourism marketplace promoting adventures in Colombia and Brazil. Fluent in multiple languages, I’ve hosted travelers as one of Bogota’s top Airbnb hosts. Join me as we embark on a journey of challenges, achievements, and the joy of water sports!
Frequently Asked Questions
Before travel
Booking/Cancellation
Sports
Lodging/Food
Others
Before travel
In order to travel to Colombia you can check the visa and other
requirements in this
link
. If you’re staying less than 90 days usually you don’t need a visa to
enter. If you’re 18 years of age or older, you must be fully vaccinated
against COVID-19 at least 14 days before you enter Colombia. If you’re
not fully vaccinated, you must present a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test
result taken no more than 72 hours before your departure, or a COVID-19
(RAT) test taken no more than 48 hours before your departure. As well
make sure to complete an online form before entering or exiting Colombia
called
Check Mig
from Migración Colombia.
Our camp prices don’t include airplane tickets. This might be cover for
you. We recommend checking apps as
Hopper
and
Skyscanner
to check for the most convenient flight, and if possible choosing
Avianca or Latam as your Colombian airline if travelling from Colombia.
You need to fly to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport in
Barranquilla if coming by airplane. If you are in Cartagena you take a
bus from the bust station looking for companies as Berlinas or Marsol to
reach Puerto Colombia. I’d be a 2 hour drive. If you’re coming from
Santa Marta, likewise, reach out to the bus terminal that will drop you
to the north of Barranquilla or the airport. We’ll find the proper
transfer to bring you to Puerto Colombia our hosting town.
A travel insurance that covers emergency medical coverage, including
COVID-19 medical coverage is required to participate in the experience.
Lots of credit cards offer coverage for short holidays. We advise you to
check with your bank. When purchasing your travel insurance, also make
sure that surfing is an activity covered by your insurer. We suggest
adding the trip cancellation coverage in the case that you’d
unfortunately be unable to attend your trip.
The COP colombian peso is the official currency in Colombia. This trip
is an all-inclusive adventure, but probably you might need to bring some
cash money for further expenses or meals or beverages not included in
our menu, or needed if you arrive earlier or later from our official
schedule. We recommend arriving with around $200 USD of extra cash money
plus your international credit cards.
For the first day you can check-in at the hootelafter noon on day one if
you arrive early, just make sure that you arrive on time to attend our
sunset welcome starting at 5pm. Our end-of-camp will be with a yoga and
breakfast on day four, so plan to book your flight if possible from noon
onwards to have enough time to join our closure.
Booking/Cancellation
Please check the What’s included section of the page.
We understand things might get in your way and life is unpredictable.
Cancelling your trip at the moment means we left someone behind, so our
approach will be working with you to reschedule your camp for the next
one we have available. There might be price adjustments if it’s hosted
in the high season. But we’ll do our best. Please check our cancellation
policy as it varies according to the date you cancel.
- 60-30 days prior to arrival: we will offer 75% of the value of your trip as a travel credit, valid for 12 months.
- 15-29 days prior to arrival: we will offer 50% of the value of your trip as a travel credit, valid for 12 months.
- 10-15 days prior to arrival:we will offer 25% of the value of your trip as a travel credit, valid for 12 months.
Absolutely. If you’re able to plan a little extra time, coming a day
early or staying a day later is a great way to transition in and out of
our camp. If you want to book a course right away and stay longer is
also possible. Make sure to contact us to check lodging availability.
Sports
You don’t need any experience as these camps are for beginners, or
people that have experienced just one of the three sports. Our
recommendation is that you have basic swimming skills to hold your
breath at water properly and you feel confident and inspired by the
ocean. If you have ocean fear or panic this experience might not be for
you.
Surf, kitesurf and wingfoil can be safe if proper safety precautions are
taken and proper equipment is used. However, like any other physical
activity, there are inherent risks involved, and accidents can happen.
Some of the risks associated with water sports include injuries from
falling and hitting with the sand, or the board, or any other potential
collisions. These are the most common.You might drink or get a bit of
salted water in your eyes. Is totally normal don’t worry. Our certified
ISA instructors will keep you safe and you won’t be far from there.
Not necessarily for this camp and this level as a beginner. You need to
be able to hold your breath properly according to swimming and basic
floatation skills. Besides swimming and surfing have transferable
skills, your surfboard will keep you floating above water most of the
time, so you’ll need your arms strength mostly for paddling in surf. For
kitesurf and wingfoil, the same logic applies. You’ll need to be able to
come back up from water and hold your breath correctly.
Lodging/Food
Definitely. You will have optic fiber wifi probably at normal speed. You
need to know that Puerto Colombia is a town, and sometimes light goes
off. But since we’ll be in outdoor activities most of time it shouldn’t
be an issue, plus we invite you to disconnect.
Absolutely! Once we’ve received your registration form, we will get in
touch with you and invite you to tell us about your allergies or food
restrictions. This way, we will be able to plan the meals consequently
and offer you an option if there is a meal that doesn’t suit your needs.
Others
Yes, absolutely! You’ll fit right in. Our camps have a mix of solo
travelers, couples, or friends so you will definitely have fun. We take
care of community activities so you can get to meet people from
different backgrounds and life stages and experience adventure together
at water and outside. You’ll potentially grab some friends for life and
future trips.
The weather in Puerto Colombia and Barranquilla is hot and tropical by
the months of July and August (between 28°C and 33°C), therefore you
should dress lightly and comfortable.Packing list:
- Yoga/sports clothes
- Bathing suits ideally with good coverage for women not tiny bikinis
- Beachwear
- A rash-guard or surf suit
- A hat/cap
- A reusable water bottle
- Flip flops or comfortable sandals
- A beach towel
- Sunscreen with a high SPF +50 ideally ocean friendly
- Insect repellent
- Hygiene products
- Sneakers (for our local tours around the area, beware there are very sandy spots)
- Small notebook and pen (for some activities we’ll host)
- Optional: Windbreaker or long sleeve Ear plugs (in case your roomie snores😜)
Despertar Oceánico is an experience that goes beyond a sportive class
only. Is a trip that looks into connection, fun, balance and health.
All-inclusive. Is targeting foreign travellers and locals that don’t
usually live in the area and can’t access these sports easily. Or that
are locals and need a push to try them. At the same time, the
opportunity to do the three sports in an balanced way on just a long
weekend is something that requires motivation and tons of logistics, so
we take that from you, so you just focus on having fun and connecting
with nature and others.
Contact
If you’ve got any questions before booking we’re happy to help. Reach us out at our office hours, Monday to Friday 9:00 am COL to 6:00 pm COL, through email or whatsapp