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A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Pure sport/
Immerse yourself in the surfing adventure in La Somone, Senegal: accessible waves, a preserved spot and a total immersion between ocean, sun and African culture. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced surfer, experience surfing in a different way!
Come and surf at La Somone, jewel of the Petite Côte in Senegal, and enjoy a real experience under the sign of Teranga, Senegalese hospitality. Between peaceful lagoon and soft waves, this accessible spot offers ideal conditions for all levels, from beginners to advanced surfers.
Supervised by passionate professionals, launch yourself on preserved spots in a warm and authentic atmosphere. Sun, ocean and culture await you for an unforgettable surfing stay.

A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Pure sport/
Immerse yourself in the surfing adventure in La Somone, Senegal: accessible waves, a preserved spot and a total immersion between ocean, sun and African culture. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced surfer, experience surfing in a different way!

Come and surf at La Somone, jewel of the Petite Côte in Senegal, and enjoy a real experience under the sign of Teranga, Senegalese hospitality. Between peaceful lagoon and soft waves, this accessible spot offers ideal conditions for all levels, from beginners to advanced surfers. Supervised by passionate professionals, launch yourself on preserved spots in a warm and authentic atmosphere. Sun, ocean and culture await you for an unforgettable surfing stay.

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

Nouveauté
  • Easy waves for all levels
  • An authentic and unfrequented spot
  • At the heart of African culture
  • Comfortable accommodation with pool 150m from the ocean

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

Nouveauté
  • Easy waves for all levels

  • An authentic and unfrequented spot
  • At the heart of African culture
  • Comfortable accommodation with pool 150m from the ocean

Surfing

on-site
Place of practice on the site

Ages

18 - 55 ans

Need advice?

PHYSIQUE CONDITION
Casual sportsman
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LEVEL OF PRATICE
All levels
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Included

  • 7-night accommodation
  • The towels
  • Full board
  • 10 supervised surf lessons
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  • Sports equipment

Not Included

  • Drinks (sodas, alcoholic drinks)
  • Personal expenses and equipment
  • Optional insurances
  • Any other supplement not included in the program
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  • The tips

The program

Day by day

Day of arrival

Day 1: Welcome to the UCPA site in La Somone (Keur Poema accommodation) on Fridays from 16 p.m.
Presentation meeting on Friday at 6 pm.

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You are traveling with UCPA: flight schedules will be known a few weeks before departure.

During your stay

Indicative program
Day 1 — Welcome & installation
Arrival in La Somone and installation in Keur Poema. At the end of the day, information meeting to discover the program and meet the group.

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Day 2 — First steps in the water
Morning: first surfing session to discover the basics.
Afternoon: second session to start taking your first foam.

Day 3 — Progress with confidence
Morning: session focused on posture and balance.
Afternoon: reinforcement of achievements with personalized support.

Day 4 — Free day or excursion to Dakar & Gorée (optional)
Day without surfing. As an option (with supplement), go explore Dakar and the island of Gorée, a historic site classified by UNESCO.

Day 5 — Back in the water
Morning: new session to find your bearings.
Afternoon: exercises to improve autonomy in the waves.

Day 6 — Last slides & departure
Morning: last supervised session on the spot.
Afternoon: last session then according to the schedule, a moment of relaxation before the transfer to the airport.

This program is indicative and may be adapted at any time according to weather conditions, safety, or the state of fitness of the participants; adjustments will be made by the management team in the interest of all.

Last day

Day 7: End of stay on Friday at 9 pm.

You are traveling with UCPA: flight schedules will be known a few weeks before departure.
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Transfer to the airport. Night flight with arrival in Paris in the early morning.

SPOT

La Somone

An accessible, wild, fun and exotic spot

The La Somone surf spot offers ideal conditions for all levels, from beginners to advanced surfers. The waves are soft, regular and accessible, with a secure sandy bottom. In a natural setting that is still preserved, between the Atlantic Ocean and the peaceful lagoon, the atmosphere is relaxed and conducive to progress. A perfect place to learn, evolve at your own pace and enjoy authentic surfing under the Senegalese sun.

Hosting

Keur Poema

Rooms for 2 to 3 people with bathroom

ABOUT THE TRIP

Equipment Included

All equipment is provided by UCPA

Equipment Included

All equipment is provided by UCPA

Address and access

For interns who did not buy the UCPA flight: - If you arrive at the same time as the UCPA flight, you can benefit from the transfer organized by the UCPA.
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You must inform the center in advance and pay the amount of this transfer to our representative on site, before the bus leaves. - If you arrive at a time other than the UCPA flight, you will have to take a taxi (count about 70 euros)

Keur Poema:


La Somone - 0000 La Somone
Tél.: +221 77 406 06 59

Address and access

For interns who did not buy the UCPA flight:
- If you arrive at the same time as the UCPA flight, you can benefit from the transfer organized by the UCPA. You must inform the center in advance and pay the amount of this transfer to our representative on site, before the bus leaves.
- If you arrive at a time other than the UCPA flight, you will have to take a taxi (count about 70 euros)

Keur Poema:


La Somone - 0000 La Somone
Tél.: +221 77 406 06 59

formalities administratives

Indicative data for French nationals, valid on 31/07/24. Verification is essential one month before your departure.

Passport valid for six months after the date of your return.

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Since May 1, 2015, French travelers no longer need an entry visa for Senegal. All you have to do is present your passport, which is valid for 6 months after the date of your return.

Consulate of Senegal in Paris
22, rue de l'Amiral Hamelin
75116 PARIS
Tel.: 01 44 05 38 48

Consulate of Senegal in Brussels
Avenue Franklin D.-Roosevelt, 1961050 BRUSSELS
Tel.: (00 32) (0) 2 673 00 97
ambassade.senegal@skynet.be.
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/senegal

formalities administratives

Indicative data for French nationals, valid on 31/07/24. Verification is essential one month before your departure.

Passport valid for six months after the date of your return.

Since May 1, 2015, French travelers no longer need an entry visa for Senegal. All you have to do is present your passport, which is valid for 6 months after the date of your return.

Consulate of Senegal in Paris
22, rue de l'Amiral Hamelin
75116 PARIS
Tel.: 01 44 05 38 48

Consulate of Senegal in Brussels
Avenue Franklin D.-Roosevelt, 1961050 BRUSSELS
Tel.: (00 32) (0) 2 673 00 97
ambassade.senegal@skynet.be.
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/senegal

Physical intensity

Casual sportsman

You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.

Physical intensity

Casual sportsman

You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.

Level of expertise

All levels

Technical level - All levels

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Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.

Level of expertise

All levels

Technical level - All levels

Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.

Restauration

Meals are served either in the restaurants in the lagoon or in the surfhouse by a private chef.

Restauration

Meals are served either in the restaurants in the lagoon or in the surfhouse by a private chef.

Management

Supervision by local French-speaking instructors

Management

Supervision by local French-speaking instructors

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