Nekweta Surf Camp
per person for 7 nights / 6 days from USD $1980
Nekweta Surf Camp is set on the Nera River, west of the countryside town of Bourail (pronounced Boo-Rye), 1.5 hours from La Tontouta International Airport. This area lays host to some of New Caledonia’s most beautiful beaches such as La Roche and Poe` and the relaxed attitude of the people is reflected in the area’s feel. Nekweta Surf Camp’s host and surf-guide, Emmanuelle Hernu (Manu), provides an intimate service in a guest house style fashion. One of New Caledonia’s top surfers for many years, Manu will always get you to the best waves available. He also operates guided boat expeditions to a choice of two offshore reef breaks including Secrets, the incredibly perfect left-hander that has been compared to Macaronis in the Mentawais.
Surfing Highlights
Green Island Left
A secondary break that works on specific conditions. For intermediate to experienced surfers. Short, fast, barreling wave, shallow waters at the end. Good from 3 to 6 feet.
Gouaro
Pronounced GWA ROW, awesome rides up to 100m. For all surfers. Fun wave with a fair bit of water under your feet, good for carves; over 6 feet it becomes seriously powerful on the inside section and offers barrel action for serious punters.
Tenia
Its three breaks, two lefts and a right, love a big swell. A great consistent spot located next to a beautiful island.
Dumbea
Left long fast barrel. When big, the take off can be similar too a small Teahupoo in Tahiti. Dredging from below sea level, right long steady wall, can get barreled and can be a race to keep up. Works in big swell on low tide.
Skateparks
Long fast left that can start at the take off point at only 0.5m and grows as it swings down the reef to a solid 2m “skate park”. Not for the faint-hearted.
Pricing & Packages
Bungalow
The bungalow is equipped with two single beds, deck and wooden interior; charming. Prices based on 2 guests, the Bungalow only fit 2 guests.
Tropical Room
Housed in a magnificent bungalow with exotic wood floors, the two tropical rooms offer modern comfort in an always authentic style. Furnished with a double bed and a single bed, they have a shower / WC area and are equipped with air conditioners. Prices based on 2 guests, the Tropical Rooms only fit 2 guests.
Melanesian Hut
A charming and comfortable Melanesian style hut, built with timber and river stones sets the authentic Caledonian atmosphere. The hut is fully furnished with artful wood. A tiny cabin and a two-floor Balinese bungalow increase the bedding capacity. The bar and dining-room are in a large open Faré where a massive table made of local timber sits, surrounded by the garden’s vegetation, for the guests’ delight. The facilities are in a separate block, in true local fashion, and count 2 hot water showers and a WC. Equipped with every comfort (furniture, TV, DVD player, fans, fridge, etc.) you will find 2 double beds on the mezzanine and 2 single beds on the ground floor. Prices based on 4 guests, however the Melanesian Hut can take up to 6 guests with additional charges.
Surfer Package
Built in wood and stone, respects the charm of the place, the surrounding nature and traditional architecture. Equipped with every comfort (furniture, TV, DVD player, fans, fridge, etc.) you will find 2 double beds on the mezzanine and 2 single beds on the ground floor. Package includes; 7 nights accommodation in a Melanesian hut + dinner + breakfast + 6-hour surf session depending on weather conditions + snack meal on return. Package is for minimum 4 people sharing.
The Camp
Nëkwéta Surf Camp is set witihin luxurious tropical gardens, just 200 meters from the Roche Percée (Pierced Rock) beach. Family, friends, surfers and non-surfers, will enjoy a unique place, immersed in calm and serenity, all nestled within a lush tropical garden. The constructions respect Oceanian and Melanesian architecture. The atmosphere is personalized and very authentic; very often punctuated by the sound of the waves crashing on the Roche Percée beach. Nekweta caters for a maximum of 10 surfers, in order to keep the surfspots uncrowded and peaceful with local surfers.
The Area
Nekweta Surf Camp is positioned 5 minutes from the Nera river mouth which opens up onto La Roche beach, the ideal spot for beginners, longboarders and short boards (when the swells up), it also has some long bush walk's that take you around Turtle and Lover's Bay. The beautiful white sandy Poe beach is just 6 km from the camp and is ideal for shallow water snorkeling and offers on the beach, other activities like jet ski rentals and kite surfing lessons. The Bourail village offers a small range of restaurants and the local museum is well worth a visit, along with other historical sights should you wish to catch up on the area's history.
Surfing
Nëkwéta Surf Camp surfing is on the outer reef and occasionally at the mouth of the La Néra river in heavy swells. The waves, which can easily be classified among the top 20 in the South Pacific, are located around the Bourail Pass and accessible only by boat. Manu will guide you to the best waves on the day, Gouaro, Snorky, the left of Green Island, Snorers and Secrets - all within 20 minutes of Nëkwéta Surf Camp
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