Swell Surf Camp Cabarete

Today saw most disgraceful action from one surf instructor from this school - giving open threats in front of his clients. Matter brought to the attention of owner who simply didn't want to make things right.

If you want to chill, spend great time in sunny environment, become a surfer, this is the place to go!
I have never met such an enjoyable group of positive and smiling people!
It was my first time there but for sure not the last)

Outstanding! Amazing! Great time! Best vacation in very long time!
'nuff said?

Thanks for everything Clare and Team!

Really, Only yesterday I came back home from 10 amazing days.
Food was by far much better than the restaurants on the beach.resort is so much fun. Just lay down in the common area, drink, play pool, Jump into the pool. Such a relaxing place.
Such a good time with the other guests.
Perfect if you travel alone. You'll get to know so many great people from all over.
Had no clue about surfing. Took me time to learn, i must say. But if the instructors were able to get me on the waves, Than They really did wonderful job:)
The team there take care of everything. You don't have to do anything by your self. Well, actually, You just need to have fun! How hard can it be.:)

Don't miss the canyoning experience! Feels like Indiana Jones + Jurassic Park + Mission Impossible all together:)

Will go there again for sure!
Itay

Great surfing lessons, great social vibe, great food, very well organized, best vacation ever:) Big thanks to the entire crew for making our stay here so amazing.

My family of 4 (2 boys 16 and 18) just returned from our second stay at Swell - and will definitely be going back. Swell is as much an experience as a surf camp. The owners have created an environment that seems to attract fun, energetic, interesting instructors, staff and guests. The group during our visit included staff and guests from the UK, Australia, Canada, Germany, the US, and of course DR. The accommodations are clean and comfortable, the food is excellent, the surfing is a blast, and no request of the staff is a problem. We highly recommend and as stated, will definitely be returning. (BTW - no damage from any of this year's hurricanes to Swell or the surrounding area as best we could tell).

Already went here two times. Great atmosphere, great communal area and great breakfast. Had a really nice time as a 'surf widow'. Next time: learn to surf!)

Swell Surf Camp brought a whole new level of awesomeness to Cabarete.if you're lucky enough to get in (they're busy!) you'll be delighted to stay in this fun, modern, well-run and all around fantastic place.

This is really super surf camp. I enjoy it very much on my vacation.
Their behavior was so nice. Really its awesome.

My family had a blast. Surfing at Encuentro each dawn was fun and we progressed. Neno, Darby and Henri have a great vibe and gave us great instruction on the water. We made great friends at Swell with other campers and with the staff. Highly recommend the majic mushroom waterfall tour and 8 hour kitesurfing package at Laurel Eastman kitesurfing. Swell is a great base for exploring and the food is awesome. We are vegetarian and meals were delicious. We will be back.

This is one of the only vacations I've been on where I was looking for dates for my next trip before I even left the airport. It was my first solo-trip and I had no idea what to expect. I read reviews (just like you're probably doing right now) and while reassuring, words can't explain how much fun you'll have and how at home you'll feel.

There's something here for everyone, whether it's hanging by the pool, surfing/ kitesurfing, or going on a canyoning adventure (fun fact - if you're deathly afraid of heights like I am, maybe skip that one). Rooms and common areas were all cleaned every day and the food was incredible. I can't say enough about the staff there who really create the environment that everyone raves about. Cabarete was also a really cool area - lots of shops, restaurants, bars.and a trapeze school right next door to Swell (thought that was as awesome as it was bizarre!).

Oh, last thing! I have one of those jobs that allows me to work from anywhere as long as there's an internet connect. While yes, this was supposed to be a vacation, a couple "emergencies" did occur that I couldn't avoid. If that's of any importance to you, internet in the common area was really reliable and I was able to do everything I needed to.

Incredible experience! I loved making new friends, learning to surf, and enjoyed the relaxing, communal vibe at Swell. Highly recommend!

What a great place! I'm sat here at 17.29 watching the evening meal being prepared with a beer in my hand and half a dozen new friends. The place is clean, contemporary and chilled. Everything is on hand nothing is too much trouble. The camp is a great way to learn to surf the easy way no pressure and no hassle. People from all over the world stay here, suitable for all. Plan a trip here and you won't regret it xx