Surf and Fitness Adventure

Siargao is a tear-drop shaped island in the Philippine Sea situated 196 kilometers southeast of Tacloban, Known as the “Surfing Capital of the Philippines. The best way to get to the island is to catch a flight to Manila Airpot and get a 2 hour direct flight to Siargao Island. Alternatively you can from into Cebu and get a direct flight to Siargao island. Please note flights are not included in our price , you will have to arrange your own flights but feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions or need help booking.

Absolutely not, there is no fitness level required to join. As long as you are up for the adventures and wanting to just have a go then this is a perfect opportunity to bring the fun back into fitness and nourish your body (not punish your body) Benny & Nicola have alternative work outs for ALL fitness levels and you can always go at your own pace.

Its beyond perfect for you!! We have partnered up with Mao Mao Surf school , teaming up with the best qualified surf instructors on the island. You will have 4 surfing lessons taking it from land technique to on the water skill building , your instructor will be guiding you the whole time and you will get drone footage to analyse your technique (or simply keep for mems) By the end of the week you will be confidently surfing waves and claim yourself a Mao Mao surf diploma!

You don’t “have to” do anything you don’t want to , however these surf instructors work with elite pro surfers also and you can benefit from the little tweaks and drone footage to improve your surf skills and be taken to some more advanced surf breaks and secret spots. You will love the big wave days at cloud 9 and having a local to give you the break down of the waves.

Nope!! Money goes a long way on the island as everything is very reasonably priced . The great news is we have the majority of the costs covered for you with all the inclusions in the retreat . Apart from additional food and drinks you may only need a budget of $30 a day.

The Lighten Up Adventures resort accommodation can not facilitate children, however contact Ben & Nicola to discuss an alternative option that may benefit your family and give you the ability for you both to join in on the epic fun!!

The food on the island is delicious and you are in for an absolute treat because Mao Mao Cafe is the best cafe on the island with the most incredible smoothies, coffees, avo smash toast, bacon eggs , fruit platters and the most famous pancakes on the island that will leave you feeling so satisfied after a long surf or morning workout. You have a daily meal at Mao Mao between 7am-3pm that you can choose from. We are also taking you to two of our favourite dinner spots that you’ll love. We will give you a list of recommendations for you to explore in your free time and eat your way around the island. We will accommodate for all dietary requirements. Please notify us when you book so we can arrange.

The average temperature in Siargao is 29 Degrees Celsius. With an average of 80% humidity all year round. Light airy clothing is recommended. The ocean also has an average of 28-30 Degrees Celsius this time of year. So very warm.

Siargao has many atm’s placed around the General Luna town mostly. There is a maximum daily withdrawal limit of 10,000 Peso (approx $280 AUD). But if you have cash there are a few spots in General Luna to exchange money.