Surf camps in Philippines: where to go and when
Spots with camps nearby and the best months to go.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best waves in Philippines: October–November (around 1.6 m, water 29°C, no wetsuit).
- Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: May–October (around 1.1 m, water 30°C, no wetsuit).
- Top picks: Pagudpud & Siargao – Cloud 9.
PagudpudPhilippines · best December2 camps nearbyIntermediate and up · 26°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ LAO 58 km- Kingfisher surf and beach resort 0.1 km
- Villa Manuela Surf Resort 6 km
Siargao – Cloud 9Philippines · best August–November6 camps nearbyAdvanced only · 30°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ SUG 75 km- PuntaPunta Surf Retreat 1.9 km
- Buddha's Surf Resort 2 km
- Soffta surf ranch 2.4 km
- #1surfing Turtle Family Rm free 2.4 km
- Pesangan Surfcamp 2.8 km
- Surfing Carabao Beach Houses 6.4 km
Spots with surf or kite camps nearby, ranked by their best months for surfing from years of weather data. Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Month by month in Philippines
| Month | Waves | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 2 m | 27°C | no wetsuit | 27°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 1.9 m | 27°C | no wetsuit | 27°C |
| MarchMar | 1.5 m | 27°C | no wetsuit | 28°C |
| AprilApr | 1.1 m | 29°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| MayMay | 1 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| JuneJun | 0.8 m | 31°C | no wetsuit | 31°C |
| JulyJul | 1.1 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| AugustAug | 1.1 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| SeptemberSep | 1.1 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| OctoberOct | 1.5 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| NovemberNov | 1.8 m | 28°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| DecemberDec | 2 m | 28°C | no wetsuit | 27°C |
Averages of the 2 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for a surf camp in Philippines?
Best waves in Philippines: October–November (around 1.6 m, water 29°C, no wetsuit). Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: May–October (around 1.1 m, water 30°C, no wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Philippines?
It depends on the month: about 31°C water in June (no wetsuit) and about 27°C in February (no wetsuit).
Is Philippines good for beginners?
The spots here suit intermediate and advanced riders more than beginners.
Which airport is closest?
Laoag International Airport (LAO), 58 km from Pagudpud; Surigao Airport (SUG), 75 km from Siargao – Cloud 9.