Paddle out in the morning, work from a hammock in the afternoon, and share the stoke with a community that lives for the ocean. These surf-first destinations are built for wave chasers who still have deadlines.
Find coliving spaces in these surf towns
Paddle out in the morning, work from a hammock in the afternoon, and share the stoke with a community that lives for the ocean. These surf-first destinations are built for wave chasers who still have deadlines.
The world's top surf coliving towns are Canggu in Bali, Ericeira (Portugal), Taghazout (Morocco), Las Palmas (Gran Canaria), Nosara (Costa Rica), Santa Teresa (Costa Rica), Muizenberg (South Africa), and Newquay (UK). Each has consistent waves and a coliving scene built around the surf lifestyle.
Not at all. Many surf colivings cater to all levels — from complete beginners to pros. Most destinations have surf schools and beginner-friendly breaks alongside more advanced spots. Coliving operators often organise group surf lessons and buddy systems for newcomers.
Surf coliving costs vary from $400/mo in Bali and $500/mo in Taghazout to $700–900/mo in Ericeira and Nosara. Most include a private room, utilities, shared kitchen, and often coworking space. Board storage and rental racks are usually available on-site or nearby.
Bali (Canggu/Uluwatu) has consistent surf year-round with the best swells May–September. Ericeira is a World Surf Reserve with surf year-round, peak September–April. Taghazout (Morocco) is best October–April. Nosara and Santa Teresa (Costa Rica) peak April–October. Las Palmas (Canary Islands) is consistent year-round.
Absolutely. The best surf colivings are purpose-built for remote work — offering fast Wi-Fi, dedicated desk space, ergonomic chairs, and meeting rooms. The surf lifestyle actually improves productivity: morning sessions in the ocean lead to focused afternoon work sessions. It's one of the most popular nomad lifestyles globally.
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