Pack for your actual booking, rather than bringing everything you might use on a surf trip. For a surf and yoga stay in Popoyo, start with comfortable clothing, personal beach essentials and your travel documents. Then confirm what the retreat supplies before adding bulky equipment.
For your surf sessions
- Swimwear that feels secure when you move, ideally with a spare set.
- A rash vest or surf top if you prefer your own.
- A beach towel if your accommodation does not provide one for beach use.
- Sun protection appropriate for you, plus a hat for time out of the water.
- A small bag for wet clothing and a reusable water bottle.
Before bringing a board, ask which equipment is included in your exact package and what is available for your level. If you have a particular board requirement, get it confirmed rather than assuming the right size will be waiting. Our surf page explains the program; the team can answer equipment questions for your dates.
For yoga and relaxed afternoons
Bring clothing you can move in comfortably. A second outfit makes it easier to change between the beach and a class. Ask about mats and other equipment before packing your own. Include something comfortable for downtime and a light layer for travel or your personal preference.
You do not need a special wardrobe to join a retreat. Choose items you already enjoy wearing, and leave room to pack wet or sandy belongings separately on departure.
For getting around
Pack footwear suitable for your planned activities, not just the beach. A small day bag, a phone charging cable and a protective pouch for belongings can be useful. Download your booking confirmation and save your arrival instructions so you can find them without depending on a connection.
For arrival planning, read our guide to getting to Popoyo and confirm the final transfer arrangement directly with the team.
Documents and personal essentials
Keep your passport, booking details and any documents required for your own itinerary accessible. Entry requirements depend on your circumstances: check the relevant official authorities before travel. Keep insurance details and personal emergency contacts somewhere you can access easily.
Bring your usual personal essentials and any prescribed items in their original packaging, checking the rules that apply to your journey. This is a packing checklist, not medical or entry advice.
Five things to confirm before closing your bag
- Which surf equipment is included, and whether any specific board request is confirmed.
- Whether yoga mats and beach towels are provided.
- Your room and bed arrangement.
- Your arrival meeting point and transfer payment arrangements.
- Any dietary requirements already agreed with the team.
Leave space for the experience
A lighter bag makes changing locations easier. Before buying more gear, separate “essential for my booking” from “nice to have.” Your preparation should help you arrive relaxed, not turn the trip into a shopping project.
See our frequently asked questions, or send the team your final packing questions. Include your travel dates so we can answer in the context of your stay.