Women’s Surf Retreat Peru 2026
The Complete Guide to Lobitos
Lobitos is one of South America’s best kept surf secrets. Sitting on Peru’s northern coast, this small fishing village delivers long, consistent left-hand point breaks year-round — raw, real, and unlike anywhere else on the continent. It’s also home to a women’s surf retreat that has been quietly selling out since 2022.
If you’re searching for a women’s surf retreat in Peru, this is the honest local guide — written by people who have lived and coached surf in Lobitos for over 14 years.
Why Lobitos for a Women’s Surf Retreat?
Lobitos is not a resort town. It’s a real Peruvian fishing village with world-class waves, a tight community of surfers who chose this place deliberately, and a coastline that feels completely untouched. That’s exactly what makes it special for a retreat — you’re not in a bubble, you’re in the real thing.
🌊 Year-Round Waves
Consistent left-hand point breaks all year. Bigger, more powerful April–Sept. Smaller and perfect for beginners Dec–March.
🐟 Authentic Gastronomy
Fresh ceviche, tiradito, and seafood straight from Lobitos fishermen daily. One of Peru’s most authentic and underrated coastal food scenes.
🏔️ Mystical Landscape
Desert cliffs, ancient caves (Las Capullanas), golden sunsets over the Pacific. A landscape that gets under your skin and stays there.
🌅 Real Surf Culture
A genuine surf town built by people who love the ocean — not a tourist trap. Every sunset feels like it was made for this place.
The Retreat We Recommend
We know Lobitos better than anyone. There is one women’s surf retreat operating here that genuinely stands out — small group, trauma-informed, beautifully run, with a track record of sold-out dates since 2022.
Reconnect Surf & Yoga Retreat
Run by Leah Donatiello — a surfer, yoga teacher and embodied mentor who has called Lobitos home since 2013. 8 days all-inclusive, small group, surf coaching with video analysis, daily yoga, and mentoring sessions designed to take your surfing and your confidence to the next level.
“Reconnect Surf Retreat exceeded all expectations — a truly holistic experience for female surfers to better their surf and themselves.”
Kelly — Participant, November 2025 · Lobitos, Peru
What’s Included
- 7 nights private accommodation at Hotel Buena Vista — 5 min walk to the main break
- All meals from arrival lunch to departure breakfast
- 6 guided surf sessions — 2:1 student to instructor ratio
- 3 surf video analysis sessions with personalized feedback
- 6 yoga classes + 6 empowerment mentoring sessions
- Surf footage from every day — yours to keep
- Evening visits to Las Capullanas caves and favorite sunset spots
- Airport pickup from Talara (TYL)
How to Get to Lobitos
Fly Lima (LIM) → Talara (TYL), roughly 2 hours. From Talara a private taxi takes 40 minutes to Lobitos. Retreat guests have airport pickup included. Alternatively, overnight buses run from Lima to Talara in about 17–18 hours for around $30–60 USD.
Who Is This Retreat For?
- Women traveling solo or with friends looking for a meaningful adventure
- Beginner and intermediate surfers wanting real structured progression
- Anyone who practices yoga and wants to combine it with surf
- Women who want more than just sport — the mentoring component is consistently rated the highlight
- Anyone craving authentic Peru — real food, real people, real ocean
“My heart and soul are full. Leah created a safe space for the group to truly enjoy our week together. Lobitos is a hidden gem in Peru.”
Kerri Jackson — November 2024 Participant
Ready to Book?
Spots are limited — Reconnect runs small groups intentionally. May 17–24 and Sept 28–Oct 5, 2026 are the available dates. A $500 deposit secures your spot, remaining $1,300 due 30 days before arrival.
Visit leahdonatiello.com/surfretreat for full details or secure your spot directly here.
Looking for individual surf lessons in Lobitos? We offer those too →