Surf CampHoddevik, Norway
Nordic adventures - memories for a lifetime
Our surf camp is nestled in Hoddevik, Norway, a beautiful bay on the western coast of the Stadtlandet peninsula, surrounded by majestic mountains and white sandy beaches. The secluded location has created a close-knit surf community, where you’ll quickly get a sense of belonging. Feel at one with nature, as you take your surfing to the next level surrounded by the dramatic landscape of Norway.
SURF COURSES
Experience the joy of Nordic waves
At our surf camp in Hoddevik, you’ll see a whole different side to surfing than the ones at our tropical destinations. Experience the stunning nordic nature, fresh air and crystal clear water while learning to surf at our beginner-friendly spot surrounded by mountains. In Hoddevik, we teach level 1 and level 2 in groups with a maximum of six students per instructor. We got the thick wetsuits and you got the longing for adventures, this is a surfing opportunity you don't want to miss!
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Where the wild things are
In many ways, Hoddevik is the essence of Norway. Experience the wild beauty and rawness of the landscape, combined with warm-hearted people and close-knit way of life. This is not your typical surf destination, but for many, it becomes their favourite. Escape the crowds and surf your heart out on your northern adventure.
Take in the scenery hiking with your friends, enjoy a bonfire on the beach, experience stargazing as you’ve never done before, and skate down the iconic winding road to Hoddevik during sunset.
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Is this for me?
A different kind of surf trip
A surf trip to Hoddevik is unlike any other! If you want to experience a true Nordic surf adventure, this is the place for you. Surf in a thicker wetsuit, paddleboard along the coast and, with some luck, watch the magic northern lights. If you love outdoor adventures, then this is the destination for you!
This is for you who:
Want to surf level 1 or 2
Want to try cool and cold water surfing
Want to live in a Scandinavian-style villa and cook food yourself together with your friends
Want to emerge in the Nordic nature, see wonderful surroundings and breath the fresh air
Weather & Seasons
West coast story
Hoddevik has a coastal climate, with quickly changing - and sometimes dramatic weather. But that’s all part of the beauty. The summer months from June – August offers long summer nights and mellow waves for beginners.
The winter brings cooler temperatures, bigger waves and excellent conditions for more experienced surfers. You might even get a surf session lit up by snow, which is a unique experience!
Surroundings
Disconnect and be present
Adventure holidays in the nordics is one of the biggest travel trends at the moment, as increasingly more people want to encounter the rawness of the north in an experience of a lifetime.
Hike the surrounding mountains for incredible views, explore the stunning coastline by paddleboard, enjoy a bonfire under the stars and go for a sunset surf to experience the waves and the ocean at its most beautiful.
During the darker months, you might even be lucky enough to experience the one thing on everyone's bucket list; the Northern Lights!
FAQ
Questions and answers
What to expect
A day in the bay
Want to visit the best surf camp in Hoddevik, Norway? The secluded location of the surf camp makes for a peaceful morning. Enjoy a cosy breakfast and hot coffee in our rustic kitchen, or at our outdoor terrace overlooking the bay. Later on, we take the short walk from the surf camp to the beach for the surf lesson of the day. The magical landscape and the majestic Atlantic Ocean make surfing in Norway a breathtaking experience.
In the afternoon, you are free to do as you like. Make the most of your surf trip to Hoddevik and check out the different activities the bay offers. Go paddleboarding and explore the coastline, join a beach ball game at the white sandy beach, check out the skate ramp in Ervik or take part in a yoga session at the barn.
We recommend hiking to the top of the mountains overlooking the bay. Here you'll be rewarded with spectacular views of the beach & the ocean, the coastal landscape and the colourful traditional Norwegian cabins dotted along the rolling hills.
In the evening, we gather around the bonfire or get cosy indoors, enjoying hot chocolate and good conversations. There's no better combination than fresh mountain air and a great surf session, followed by a lovely evening with the other people at the surf camp. Join a board game, read a book or just chill out.
If you visit our surf camp in Hoddevik during summer, you can take advantage of the long, light nights with beautiful evening walks. In the darker months, you can experience stargazing that will leave you spellbound, even northern lights if the conditions are right. Welcome to our surf camp in Hoddevik, Norway – your next Nordic adventure!
Sustainability
The beach is our home. We are leaving it better than we found it.
We have made a commitment to our ocean, beaches and community. They are our playground, our home and our livelihood. We are going to leave them better than we found them. That means that all our employees, friends and guests helps out with recycling and taking other actions for the environment. Each week there are beach cleaning and recycling activities to ensure that our home stays the way it was supposed to be.