Giant's Foot Surf Tours

Giant's Foot is a really cool chill place with great people - definitely recommend. The rooms are clean, the staff and surf instructors are super friendly, and Tara and Trevor make sure their guests are taken care of. I flew in to Managua and had the ride from Managua to Gigante (and the ride back) set up by Giant's Foot which worked out great. The food was super good. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner everyday. Yoga first thing the morning was great in an upstairs level that looks out on the bay. The schedule was yoga, breakfast, morning surf session, lunch, afternoon surf session, and dinner. Totally stress free. The surf instructors Kevin and Ronald are super cool and knowledgeable. I am a total beginner surfer and they were both patient and helpful. I made some significant progress during the time I was there. Last day we took a boat up the coast to Lance's Left for a day of surfing, fishing, and lunch on the boat. The ride up and back down the coast was scenic and fun. Very cool day. Gigante is in a beautiful area and is a cool place to get out and away from the wherever you may be coming from. There are also some fun things to check out in Gigante - including trivia night at a local cantina where team Giant's Foot won. I had a most excellent time.

I can’t say enough positive things about my stay. Tara and Trevor really make your trip super easy for you. Unfortunately I only got to surf one day because I cracked my rib on the first day. Lucky enough I had already been surfing two weeks straight before that. Since I couldn’t surf they took me on a snorkel tour. This has to be the highlight of my entire trip. Armando is an amazing tour guide. The first half of the snorkel tour was a bit murky but I saw beautiful coral, so many reef fish, Armando made sure to point out cool things. The second half of the snorkel tour was more like spear fishing. This was the most exhilarating thing I’ve done in a while. Armando would spear the lobsters and hand them to me as I bagged them. It’s an experience I will never forget. I’ll definitely be back!!!

I spent nine days at this surf resort in Gigante, Nicaragua, and had an amazing time. Gigante is a super small, quiet village, but honestly that doesn’t matter—you’re surfing morning and afternoon, so there isn’t much free time anyway. And the camp vibe makes you not want to leave. It’s a really laid-back, family-style place with just a few rooms, open-air hangout areas, and meals served family-style. The ocean is literally steps away. The owners, Tara and Trevor, have created something that feels warm, simple, and welcoming. The surf guides, Kevin and Ronald, were awesome—genuinely passionate about surfing and fishing. You can tell they just love being in the water. Surf spots are super accessible, with fun beginner-friendly waves right nearby, plus boat trips to Colorado only minutes away and easy drives to Popoyo if you want bigger, more iconic breaks. There was also yoga every morning, and I happened to be there while an amazing yoga instructor was volunteering—such a great way to start each day before paddling out. And then there’s Paul—the yoga instructor’s husband and easily the most confusing “volunteer” on the property. No one ever figured out what his official role was. One day he’s the DJ, the next he’s the chauffeur, then he’s sweeping the yoga deck, and later he’s suddenly a filmmaker documenting… something. We all eventually agreed his job description was simply “around.” If you want a chill, down-to-earth surf trip with great people, great waves, and a really authentic vibe, this place in Gigante is perfect. P.S. If you’re in HR at a Fortune 500 tech company and need an account manager with farm-hand experience and absolutely no resistance to taking on whatever task appears in front of him, you’ll find your guy at Giant’s Foot. (ask for Paul)

It's said a lot in reviews, but I truly couldn't recommend Giants Foot more heavily to any beginner, intermediate or advanced surfers. The rooms are clean, the beds and sheets are soft and the A/C is cold. The food throughout the week (which is provided) was genuienly fantastic and just what you need after a surf! There is also free flow alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks which makes things really simple and relaxed. The surf coaches, Kev and Ronald, were super friendly, attentive, knowledgeable and spoke great English. Importantly they were also both brilliant surfers, so their advice and tips were credible and super helpful! Hands down, I caught the best waves of my life over the course of the week at a bunch of different breaks. The morning yoga up on the deck was a life saver. Heather's yoga guidance was second to none. Thank you! Paul's energy, enthusiasm, surf photography and top class driving and music choices were also priceless. Finally, Tara and Trevor were absolutely fantastic hosts. They made us feel welcome from start to finish and have truly built something special at Giants Foot. Additionally Tara's help in organizing transfers throughout Nicaragua was invaluable. Thank you to everyone at Giants Foot for such a memorable week.

I can't speak highly enough of Giants Foot Surf Tours or the folks running it. The camp delivered both unforgettable waves and an incredible sense of community. I spent 10 days there in May and everything from start to finish exceeded expectations. The surf? Unreal. We scored consistent overhead+ waves, hitting every major break up and down the coast thanks to their dialed-in boat access and experienced local guides. Kevin and Carlos are top notch surfers and guides! Every session felt like we were exactly where we needed to be, with zero guesswork—just pure surfing. The crew at the camp—both staff and fellow surfers—made the whole trip even more special. We had a group of 7 total, and it was the perfect balance of energy and camaraderie, with everyone pushing each other in the water and hanging out like old friends back at camp. The food was next-level. Every meal was fresh, local, and exactly what you want after a long day of surfing. Even the boat rides back turned into mini adventures—fishing, joking around, soaking it all in. What really stood out though was the vibe created by the owners, Trevor and Tara. They pour so much heart into the place, not just for the guests but for the surrounding community too. Whether it's hosting kids’ events, sea turtle conservation, or local cleanups, their impact is felt well beyond the waves. Already dreaming about the next trip back. Giant’s Foot is more than a surf camp—it’s a home base for some of the best waves and best people you’ll ever meet.

Bottom line - if you want to score great waves, with the best guides in Nicaragua, while supporting a great business with amazing staff and community connections, Giant's Foot is where it's at. We booked a group of 3 and there were 4 other people booked for our 10 day period in May for a total group of 7- all great people, and all rippers or intermediates. The boat trips were amazing - we hit all the major breaks along the coast in solid overhead + conditions. The food was amazing. The fishing on the trip back from the breaks was a blast. The people and connections made were incredible. The owners Trevor and Tara are great people who really go the extra mile to make Giants a great experience for guests. They also do a lot for the local community - hosting dances for the community kids, saving turtles, picking up trash, and generally being great caring people. Will 100% be back.

Giant’s Foot truly feels like a home away from home. The care and effort the team puts into welcoming you into their community is unmatched. With their all-inclusive package, everything is seamlessly taken care of—just book your trip, and the rest is handled for you. Set in a stunning beachfront location with easy access to multiple surf breaks, it’s the perfect spot for both adventure and relaxation. I had an incredible time surfing and fishing from the boat, and as a solo female traveler, I felt completely safe in Nicaragua. The food is absolutely delicious, the surf guiding is top-notch, and I made real progress in my surfing thanks to the knowledgeable and supportive team. I can’t thank them enough for their warmth and hospitality. There’s a genuine, down-to-earth atmosphere at Giant’s Foot that makes the experience truly special—you won’t find that kind of personal touch anywhere else.

This is my THIRD year back, for good reason. GFS is a home away from home. The food has stayed delicious and they even added a large upper deck for morning relaxation and yoga. This place is a must go.||Tara and Trevor host us each year with open arms. Maria treats you like family and Kevin becomes your best friend in 5 minutes. ||Huge help that they set up the drive from the airport. ||The GFS team is dialed in and ready to host you.