Papua New Guinea
Vanimo Surf Lodge
A Surf adventure to a highly sought after destination with a capped number of surfers in the region
(images provided by Japanese photographer 'Char') Vanimo like a number of other Papua New Guinean locations has remained a relative secret and still today enjoys a low profile as thousands of surfers fly overhead to other locations around the globe overlooking what is basically a wave mecca on Australia’s doorstep. The waves on offer in Vanimo make it an idyllic location for surfers who are looking to surf without a couple of hundred “mates” in the water. On most days you would be lucky to have in excess of 6 surfers at any break and more likely 3-4.
Introduction
Vanimo like a number of other Papua New Guinean locations has remained a relative secret and still today enjoys a low profile as thousands of surfers fly overhead to other locations around the globe overlooking what is basically a wave mecca on Australia’s doorstep. The waves on offer in Vanimo make it an idyllic location for surfers who are looking to surf without a couple of hundred “mates” in the water. On most days you would be lucky to have in excess of 6 surfers at any break and more likely 3-4. Read More...
More InfoKey Features
20 Surfers in the region over 1/2 a dozen breaks = No Crowds
Foresight and planning is the secret to low numbers here as the Surfing Association of Papua New Guinea has introduced a global first to maintain and limit the crowds for the benefit of all. The various locations around Papua New Guinea have a limit on the number of visiting surfers and at Vanimo the current limit is 20 visiting surfers spread over 8 breaks.
Relaxed and Friendly Locals
The local surfers can always be seen to be having a fun time with smiles from ear to ear a real contrast to other countries big name surf destinations. The local surfers are made up of all ages and both boys and girls and it’s encouraging to see that the girls are on equal footing. It is a little like what you could imagine or remember what surfing was like in the early days when you looked for someone to go for a wave with to share the good times and witness each other’s barrels.
Peeling Right on the Doorstep
The Lodge faces Lido Point a peeling right hander that can break up to 150 metres and handles up to 8ft and is super consistent during the Summer Months. Lido point is a friendly wakable right hander that will probably become your new favourite. But wait there’s more Vanimo is also in close proximity to up to 20 other breaks offering an amazing wave banquet that will satisfy any surfer type. Long board, Short Board or Fish you’ll find a wave here that’ll be perfect for you.
Prices & Availability
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