SURFING at the edge
of the world
Private Surfing Adventures
in Siargao
There’s surfing—and then there’s surfing at the edge of the world.
On the island of Siargao, surrounded by the warm, glimmering waters of the Pacific, a different kind of wave-riding experience unfolds. One not defined by competition or crowds—but by presence. By silence. By the sound of your breath between sets.
At this barefoot island retreat, surfboards aren’t just waxed—they’re whispered to. Mornings begin with the shimmer of first light, as boats glide across glassy waters and the world feels untouched. Secluded reef breaks lie ahead, waiting in perfect stillness.
And when you paddle out, it’s not just about catching a wave. It’s about finding yourself in it.
This is not a surf school. This is not a package.
This is surfing, the Nay Palad way. Slow. Soulful. Utterly yours.
The Magic of Siargao
A Surfer’s Dream Island
Siargao is no secret to those who follow the swell. Known as the surfing capital of the Philippines, it’s home to the legendary Cloud 9—famed for its thick, barrelling right-hander and the magnetic pull it holds for world-class talent.
But beneath the buzz lies something quieter. Something softer. A coastline fringed with reef breaks of every temperament—from the gentle rise of a beginner-friendly roller to the speed and bite of a pro-level barrel.
It’s a place where surf is a rhythm, not a rush. Where the water stays warm year-round. And where even in the off-season, a wave will always find you.
Whether you’re carving clean lines or learning to pop up for the first time, Siargao offers a playground of possibility—with nature as your guide and the ocean as your teacher.
🌀 Best Season: August to November for bigger, more powerful swells
☀️ Off-season: Still blessed with empty lineups and hidden gems
Personalized journey in partnership with TropicSurf
At the heart of this rare offering is our exclusive partnership with TropicSurf, world-renowned curators of luxury surf travel. Together, we craft surf experiences unlike anything else in the world—immersive, bespoke, and deeply connected to place.
Each morning begins with a handwritten note from your personal guide:
“Today, we head west. Clean rights, no wind, and perfect tide.”
From there, your journey is completely tailored. A sleek boat awaits, skipping past the crowds and straight toward secret surf spots only the locals whisper about. Lefts, rights, mellow peelers or fast hollow barrels—your guide chooses what fits your energy, your level, your desire.
And when you’ve ridden the last wave of the morning?
A barefoot feast awaits on a deserted beach—fresh coconuts cracked open, grilled seafood sizzling, rosé gently chilled. You dine under the palms with sandy feet, sun-warmed skin, and stories from the sea forever in your memories.
This is not just surfing. This is curation. This is celebration. This is life—Nay Palad style.
Meet Robin
Surf GUIDE at TropicSurf
“At Nay Palad, we don’t just teach people to surf—we help them fall in love with the ocean in their own way. It’s a privilege to witness someone’s first wave, or to guide a seasoned surfer into a secret break they’ve never dreamed of. Siargao is magical. And the way we surf here? It’s personal. It’s sacred.”
— Robin, TropicSurf Guide & Soul Surfer
🌞 A Day in the Life of a
Nay Palad Surfer
6:00 AM
The day begins with the hush of the sea and the first warm breeze of morning brushing through your open-air villa. Light filters through palm leaves as you stretch awake, and on your bedside table, a handwritten note from your TropicSurf guide awaits:
“We’re heading north. Break’s clean and glassy. Be ready by seven.”
7:00 AM
After a light island breakfast and a grounding stretch in the treehouse lounge, you board our private Nay Palad boat. The ocean is still, painted in soft gold as the sun rises behind you. The world feels like it’s just for you.
8:00 AM
You arrive at a remote reef break. The water is crystal clear. The waves—perfectly shaped and rolling in rhythm—call you in. There’s no one else here. It’s just you, your board, the swell, and your breath. You paddle out, heart steady, soul open.
11:00 AM
After hours in the water, you step onto a hidden beach. A barefoot luxury picnic is waiting under the palms—cold drinks in hand, fresh coconuts cracked open, grilled seafood served on handwoven platters, and laughter shared with your guide and fellow surfers. This is not a lunch; it’s a celebration.
2:00 PM
Back at the Hideaway, you ease into stillness. A gentle massage melts tension from shoulders and sun-warmed skin. Afterwards, you sway in your hanging daybed, the island breeze wrapping you like a soft lullaby as you drift into a sunlit nap.
6:00 PM
The day begins to close. Sunset aperitifs are served under the canopy of trees, the sky burning amber above. You gather with newfound friends, sharing stories of the day’s rides—your first barrel, your longest line—with salt still on your lips and joy in your chest.
9:00 PM
Sleep comes easily here. Wrapped in island quiet, you drift off under linen sheets, the sea still murmuring outside. Tomorrow, another secret spot will be waiting.
Somewhere new.
Somewhere beautiful.
Somewhere only you will know.
When Champions Come to Play Stephanie Gilmore in Siargao
When Stephanie Gilmore, eight-time World Surf League Champion, arrived at Nay Palad Hideaway, she came not as a competitor—but as a seeker. A lover of rhythm, flow, and the raw pulse of nature.
With TropicSurf’s expert guidance, she stepped off the beaten path—away from the cameras, the crowds, the contests—and into a world of secret surf breaks and soulful simplicity. Here, in the heart of Siargao, she found something deeper than performance. She found presence.
“This isn’t just a surf trip—it’s an adventure into something truly special. The waves, the people, the energy—Siargao is pure magic.”
— Stephanie Gilmore
🎥 Watch Stephanie ride Siargao’s hidden gems in our exclusive short film below.
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Philippines
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Philippines
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