# Surf Camps NZ (surfcamps.co.nz)

> The camps, tours and stays home of Aotearoa Surf, teaching New Zealand to surf since 2002. Qualmark GOLD certified, Surfing NZ recognised, ISA qualified instructors, 4.9/5 from 1050+ Google reviews. Bases: Te Arai Eco Pods + Glamping (Northland hillside, panoramic ocean views, 1 hour from Auckland), Mangawhai Surf Lodge (heart of Mangawhai Heads village), plus lesson beaches at Orewa (Auckland, 20 min from CBD) and Sumner (Christchurch). Phone +64 9 431 5760, email surf@aotearoasurf.co.nz.

## Overnight products (dated departures, book instantly)
- [Surf & Stay](https://surfcamps.co.nz/surf-and-stay/): packages from $395 pp at Te Arai Eco Pods or Mangawhai Surf Lodge, coaching + unlimited gear. Variants: Surf Experience (2/3/5 nights, from $425 pp), Couples Surf & Stay (from $395 pp), Family Surf & Stay (4-5 people, from $425 pp). No transfers; own vehicle recommended.
- [Surf Tours](https://surfcamps.co.nz/surf-tours/): $495 all-in, ages 14+, 2 nights 3 days, teepee basecamp Mangawhai, 5 guided sessions, Auckland pickups (airport included), photo package + video analysis. Departures Sep to Nov and Feb to May.
- [Womens Wellness Retreat](https://surfcamps.co.nz/womens-wellness-retreat/): from $795 ($795 to $875 by accommodation), women 18+ or 14+ when surfing with mum, 2 nights at Te Arai Eco Pods, 2 surf sessions + 2 yoga flows, massage, video analysis, free photo package, plant based catering.
- [Youth Surf Camp](https://surfcamps.co.nz/youth-surf-camp/): $1050, ages 13-18, 4 nights 5 days at Te Arai Eco Pods.
- [Ultimate Surf Camp](https://surfcamps.co.nz/ultimate-surf-camp/): $1095, ages 8-15, 5 nights 6 days at Moirs Point Mangawhai, two lessons daily, waterslide, confidence course, burma trail, campfire and movie nights, Thursday surf comp, free photo package, no devices. Free bus transfers from Remuera and Albany; add $100 for Auckland Airport transfers. 14+ paid staff, target water ratios of no more than 1:6.

## Day programs
- [2hr Surf Lessons](https://surfcamps.co.nz/surf-lessons/): Te Arai $79 ($69 each for 4+), Orewa $79, Christchurch $69 youth / $79 adult ($65 each for 4+). Ages 6+.
- [Private Surf Lessons](https://surfcamps.co.nz/private-surf-lessons/): from $99 pp ($199 for 1 or 2 people, extras addable), 90 minutes, ages 4+, Te Arai, Orewa, Christchurch.
- [Surf Sistas](https://surfcamps.co.nz/surf-sistas/): womens weekly program in 4, 8 or 12 week blocks from $269, women 14+, Te Arai and Christchurch. One missed session per 4 weeks can be caught up or credited as a lesson voucher.
- [School Holiday Programs](https://surfcamps.co.nz/school-holiday-programs/): every school holidays, 2 days $199 or 4 days $379, ages 6-16, Orewa, Mangawhai, Christchurch.
- [Kids Summer Surf Program](https://surfcamps.co.nz/kids-summer-surf-program/): 3 consecutive days $169 ($189 public holidays), Boxing Day to late January, Orewa, Te Arai, Mangawhai, Christchurch.
- [After School Surfing](https://surfcamps.co.nz/after-school-surfing/): 6 week term blocks after school or Saturday mornings, terms 1 and 4 (occasionally term 2), Orewa $229, Christchurch $199, Mangawhai $199.

## Hubs and guides
- [Camps + Tours comparison](https://surfcamps.co.nz/camps-and-tours/)
- [All day programs](https://surfcamps.co.nz/day-programs/)
- [Who it's for: adults, families, women, youth](https://surfcamps.co.nz/who-its-for/)
- [Locations: Northland, Auckland, Canterbury](https://surfcamps.co.nz/locations/)
- [Best surf camps in NZ (honest comparison)](https://surfcamps.co.nz/guide/best-surf-camps-nz/)
- [Best time to surf NZ](https://surfcamps.co.nz/guide/best-time-to-surf-nz/)
- [What to pack](https://surfcamps.co.nz/guide/what-to-pack-surf-camp/)
- [Getting here](https://surfcamps.co.nz/guide/getting-here/)
- [FAQ](https://surfcamps.co.nz/faq/)

## Facts
- Groups and corporates: team days from $45 pp, quote within 24 hours via https://surfcamps.co.nz/groups/
- Schools: dedicated site at https://schoolsurf.co.nz/
- Cancellations: day programs and lessons 5 days notice for full refund or free reschedule. Camps and tours 21+ days for full refund or free reschedule (Ultimate Surf Camp 30+ days), 7+ days free reschedule. Surf & Stay 14+ days reschedule or refund, under 14 days reschedule or 12 month credit, under 7 days no refund; 20 Dec to 20 Jan non refundable but a 12 month credit is available with notice; admin fee 10% or $50. Full terms at checkout.
- All programs include boards, wetsuits and ISA qualified coaching, with target water ratios of no more than 1:6. Camps and tours include a free photo package and daily email updates with an online photo album; all bookings get instant confirmation and updates from a week out.
- Parent organisation: Aotearoa Surf (aotearoasurf.co.nz), est. 2002, 11 Te Arai Point Road, Te Arai, Northland, NZ.