Surf and Help Camp (Pacific Coast Ecuador)

Name: Surf and Help Camp (Pacific Coast Ecuador)
Brand: Volungo Abroad
SKU: 425257
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

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Location

Ecuador
- Guayaquil

Length

3 weeks

Project Types

Conservation Marine Conservation Sea Turtle Conservation Environmental Conservation

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Program Details

Language

Spanish

Age Min.

Timeframe

Summer

Housing

Host Family Hostel Hotel

Groups

Small Group (1-15)

Travel Type

Budget

Pricing

Starting Price

1479

Price Details

Start dates every 1st/3rd Sunday of the month
€ 1479,00 – 1st month
€ 1429,00 – 2nd month
€ 1379,00 – 3rd month, and after

Individual camp start dates:
+ € 150,00 – Start your placement any Sunday of the month
+ € 250,00 – Chose your own start dates and change them up to 3 times before your trip.*

*Last date change up to 3 weeks before your departure.

What's Included

Accommodation Activities Airport Transfers Transportation Wifi

What's Not Included

Meals

Last Updated: Jun 13, 2025

Last Reviewed: Jun 16, 2025

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About Program

We’re searching for passionate and dedicated volunteers to join us in one of South America’s most beloved surf spots! ‘Surf and Help’ is a volunteer program created by surfers, for surfers—as well as for those who want to learn to surf and anyone eager to protect nature and the ocean’s breathtaking beauty. Be part of our mission: guard our beaches, keep the sea clean, restore vibrant coral reefs, and rescue endangered giant sea turtles from disappearing forever.

Immerse yourself in the world of surfing, experience life in Ecuador, and discover the incredible marine life of the Pacific coast!

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blonde woman weighing turtle at marine animal rehabilitation center

group of people doing yoga at sunset on the beach

woman surfing with instructor celebrating

a group of volunteers getting ready to surf

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Volunteering with the Surf and Help Camp in Ecuador was one of the most unforgettable and meaningful experiences of my life. Every day was a mix of purpose and adventure, helping care for injured sea turtles, cleaning the beaches, and learning more about marine conservation than I ever expected.

But what made it truly special were the people. The warmth of the local community, the friendships with other volunteers, and the bond we created through shared goals and experiences, it all felt like a big family by the ocean and the waves.

Surfing in the mornings, learning Spanish, and giving back in the afternoons made each day feel full and fulfilling. I came to help, but I left feeling deeply grateful for everything I received in return.

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?

The most surprising moment for me was the night we helped guide baby sea turtles from their nest to the ocean. I had read about it before, but being there in person, watching these tiny, fragile creatures instinctively move toward the waves under the moonlight, was absolutely magical.

It gave me chills. I never imagined I’d witness something so pure and powerful. In that moment, I truly understood how much impact we can have when we choose to care and protect the natural world around us. It’s something I’ll carry with me forever.

Pros

I felt like my work really mattered.
I lived the culture, not just visited it.
I made amazing friends from around the world.

Cons

Communication was hard without Spanish.
Plans changed, sometimes last-minute.
The dorms were basic, but manageable.

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About Volungo Abroad

Volungo Abroad is a nonprofit organization that connects international volunteers with grassroots initiatives across Latin America. But we’re not just a matchmaking platform, we’re a movement built on trust, collaboration, and long-term impact. We partner with local NGOs doing essential work in their communities; from education and environmental...