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CHICABRAVA Surf Camp

Cloud Farm and Surf House locations, Nicaragua
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CHICABRAVA Surf Camp
4.5 of 5 stars 45 Reviews
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Long Beach, NY
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

A trip like this had been something I’ve wanted to do for a while, but I was so afraid of a lot of things that I kept putting it off… traveling alone to a foreign country was my main fear. Making friends at the camp and overcoming surfing fears were up there as well. I am so glad I finally... More

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Auburn
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

The Cloud Farm at Chica Brava was the perfect complement to days spent at the beach. It was breezy and beautiful. The food was all made fresh from the farm, and was a true gift. The surf lessons were challenging and fun. The instructors proved to be super guides, providing constant feedback and support in the water. I highly recommend... More

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Montreal
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

I stayed at the Surf House with my two girlfriends in Feb 2012. Words can't even the describe how much fun we had. It took me a good two weeks to get back into my work headspace back home - I just wanted to go back and surf. The crew at ChicaBrava is awesome. Super friendly and helpful. We laughed... More

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Cheshire, CT
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

I just returned from the most enjoyable, engaging, expanding trip I've had in years. Celebrating an "important" birthday milestone wtih my daughter and her friends, we were challenged and pampered all at once. You have to experience it to believe it. And go to the cloud camp for sure, where the accomodations are simple, yet elegant. And the food is... More

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League City, Texas
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

Chica Brava does it again! I took my fourth trip to Nicaragua through Chica Brava in March, and I am already looking for ways to make it back for a fifth trip. Ashley, Candace, Sarah and Proffitt made sure that this trip was just as good, if not better, than the last three. I had the opportunity to stay at... More

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Houston, Texas
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

I spent a week at Chicabrava Surf Camp this past December, and it was, hands down, one of the best trips I've taken. I was traveling alone, was a bit unsure of what to expect, but I couldn't have asked for a better experience! The Surf House has everything you could need, and more, and is in a great location.... More

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Houston
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012
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I travel a fair amount, and I've been returning to Chicabrava every year for 4 years, attending one of the offered 40+ surf camps on the mountain. If you like to surf (or want to learn) and are looking for a pampered experience, Chicabrava surf camps deliver. The Nica waves are very consistent; the instructors and staff aim to please,... More

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Haleiwa, Hawaii
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012
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It's been two months since I've visited Nicaragua and I think about my amazing time there on a constant basis. I live on Oahu-- a tropical paradise in itself. The plane ticket from Hawaii to Nicaragua was double that to anywhere in the Pacific (including Indonesia, Tahiti, and Australia.) But something about Chicabrava caught my attention and I am so... More

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Houston, Texas, United States
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 December 2011
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Mostly everyone enjoys vacations but if you are lucky, every once in a while you have a trip that really moves you. ChicaBrava was that trip for me. I came back inspired, well rested and I've become more productive since being back :) I arrived in the evening at Managua, allowing me take the night shuttle w/Tomas. Pick-up was smooth,... More

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Boulder, Colorado, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 November 2011

I wasn't sure what to expect when I booked the trip, but everything exceeded my expectations! I received one-on-one instruction since I was the only beginner, but was still able to hang out with the experienced surfers. My instructors Anne and Sarah both had different backgrounds and perspectives which was great. I loved the town, the beaches, and the laid... More

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