Vanimo Surf Lodge

Vanimo Surf Lodge has a range of surf breaks on the north coast of Papua New Guinea neighbouring Indonesia’s territory of Jayapura. Vanimo, has remained a relative secret, and still today enjoys a low profile as thousands of surfers fly overhead to other locations around the globe overlooking what is basically a wave mecca on Australia’s doorstep. The surfers travelling to Vanimo are typically serious surfers and don’t mind some tropical discomfort whilst chasing equally serious waves. Surfers looking for a 5 star experience are advised to look at other hotel options. The SAPNG cap limiting the number of surfers to just 20 ensures that we have no crowds spread over many left and right point breaks. For more info and booking options visit our Facebook page Vanimo Surf Lodge or our website www.vanimosurflodge.com

 

 

Epic Right hander out front
Multiple left and right breaks
Beginner to advanced surfers
Tropical paradise with no crowds
Swell magnet north shore

Surfing

The Vanimo breaks are easily accessible and don’t require any marathon walking or paddling efforts in distance or through board smashing shore breaks. In saying that the range of waves varies from the easy at Town Beach to the freight trains at the right hander at Log Point and Lido’s Left. Immediately out the front of the Vanimo Surf Lodge within easy view from the restaurant deck area is Lido’s right which peels endlessly over a mostly sand covered rock bottom with enticing backdoor sections similar to Australia’s famous Angourie Point. The Yako Left is for experienced surfers only and has been called a mini Teahupoo. Surf road or boat adventures to other breaks outside of the Lido Right and Left can be arranged for a small fee (approx. K100/surfer min.4) usually with at least 24 hours notice.

Non Surf Activities

The lodge can occasionally also arrange snorkelling and game fishing tours on request. The sea abounds with life as you can imagine in this idyllic blue water location. Local fishing is mostly enjoyed using a handline in a single person dugout canoe. Rainforest and waterfall hiking with a guide will get you thirsty as will leisure beach strolls and village visits.

Accommodation Details

Accommodation is beachfront traditional bungalows to provide a local PNG experience with comfort extras. Our lodge was designed to complement the local Lido village. We are continually improving and updating facilities for your leisure time. Accommodation can be either share or private depending on your budget.

Dining

Meals at the lodge may be made from locally sourced seafood, meat, chicken and vegetables so it’s always fresh and cooked in the traditional way for another cultural experience. If you like fruit there is certainly no shortage as the lodge grows its own red paw paws and there is a wide selection of other in season locally grown fruits including limes, bananas, star fruit, pineapple etc. Afternoon fresh baked cake with a coffee is a favourite.