Sansara Surf and Yoga Resort (Cambutal, Panama)

ABOUT THE SURF CAMP

Located at the southernmost point of Panama in the Azuero Peninsula, Cambutal is a small village in the province of Los Santos, and is approximately five hours away from the country's capital, Panama City.

Beginner, Advanced

Sansara Surf & Yoga Resort is the product of a shared dream. Together, my husband Michael and I aspired to live near the ocean in a place where we could surf, practice yoga, and continually grow physically, mentally and emotionally. But to truly make our dreams a reality, we wanted to create a place where we could share our incredible experiences with others.

ACCOMMODATION AND CATERING

Come to Escape. Stay to Discover.
Experience laid back luxury at Sansara. Stay in one of our 12 private oceanfront cabanas. Designed to inspire serenity, the zen-like atmosphere of Sansara blends seamlessly with the lush nature and quiet beauty of the property's grounds.  
The stunning fusion of traditional design with a tropical twist promises you an experience that is both intimate and inspiring.
Featuring extraordinary views, each of our 11 cabanas comes equipped with its own private patio and is just steps away from the warm water of the Pacific Ocean. From tropical garden cabanas to oceanfront suites, there is something for everyone. Our cabanas are designed uniquely to accommodate one to four adults, perfect for solo travelers, couples, friends or families.
Enjoy a restful night’s sleep in a plush king-, queen- or twin-sized bed with fine linens and plush pillows. Each private cabana is equipped with organic bath products, hot water, air conditioning, and a mini-fridge to keep your refreshments cold.
Whether you envision spending your days practicing yoga, surfing at sunset, eating the most delicious cuisine, lazing in a hammock or sipping cocktails around our natural saltwater pool, Sansara has all areas covered.

During your stay at Sansara enjoy mouthwatering, wholesome food, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, with meals that feature local fish, farm-raised poultry and local fruits and veggies.
We serve only fresh, in-season and local (from farms in our area) foods that will leave you feeling perfectly pampered and undeniably full. Below is a sample of our menu for you to enjoy.

Breakfast
Available Daily from 7:00 am - 10:00 am.
AVOCADO TOAST
Smashed Avocado, Chargrilled House Wholegrain Toast, Herbed Pesto, Slow Roasted Tomato, Poached Eggs, Fresh Fruit veg, df
SMOOTHIE BOWL
Local Seasonal Fruit (Please See Your Server), House Granola, Coconut, Chia Seeds vegan, df, gf
OM-ELETTE ?
3 Egg Omelette, Roasted Pumpkin, Sautéed Red Pepper & Wilted Greens, Golden Sauerkraut, House Wholegrain Toast, Fresh Fruit veg, df
EGGS YOUR WAY
House Wholegrain Toast, Slow Roasted Tomato, Charred Pumpkin, Eggs Any Style, Fresh Fruit veg, df
CHAI SPICED OATMEAL
Steel Cut Oats, Local Honey, Your Choice Of Milk (Cow, Almond, Soy), Raisins, Granola, Fresh Fruit veg, df option, gf

Lunch
Available Daily from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
BUDDHA BOWL
Rice Noodles, Kale, Shredded Cabbage, Green Beans, Toasted Peanuts, Fresh Lime, Peanut & Soy Dressing df, gf, vegan *Option to add chicken or fish
FALAFEL BOWL
Grilled Falafel, Beetroot Hummus, Pickled Vegetable Salad, Mixed Olives, Quinoa Tabouleh gf, veg
TACO PLATE
Choice of 2 Tacos, Served on Handmade Corn Tortillas with a side of Crispy Corn Chips and Tomato Salsa.
- Roasted Pumpkin & Frijoles, Corn Salsa, Pickled Cabbage, Chilli Mayo-vegan, gf
- Grilled Local Fish, Herb Mayo, Kimchi Slaw, Cilantro- df, gf
- Braised Adobo Chicken, Chilli Jam, Pickled Onion, Chipotle Slaw- df, gf
MORROCAN WRAP
Falafel, Roasted Peppers, Kale Salad, Tzatziki, Quinoa Tabouleh on a Whole Grain Wrap veg

NIGHTLY DINING
Open nightly from 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Each week consists of carefully curated, chef menus, three-course dining experiences, fun theme nights and family-style services. We promise your bellies will be nourished and satisfied!

BUDDHA BAR
Open Nightly – We serve delicious hand-crafted cocktails, designed to inspire the tropics, each carefully made using only the freshest hand-pressed juices, house-made bitter and local spirits.
We also have a selection of local mircobrew and kombuchaa on tap!

veg=vegetarian | vegan=vegan df=dairy free | gf= gluten free

SURF COURSE AND ACTIVITIES

At Surf Sansara, we pride ourselves on our unique teaching techniques, holistic hands-on approach and deep understanding of the local surf breaks.
Whether you’re a beginner wanting to stand up on the board for the first time, an intermediate surfer wanting increase your wave count or an advanced surfer looking to test your skills on our empty point breaks, our expert coaches and guides have tips, tricks and technical advice READY to guide you to the next level.
Join us on a retreat week, take a solo surf trip or vacation with friends: Surf Sansara is ready to go adventuring with you! PLUS, skip the hassle of traveling with your board. Surf Sansara has a large and diverse rental quiver, ranging in all shapes and sizes from entry-level soft-tops to custom-shaped high-performance short and long boards.

SURF SANSARA - LEARN TO SURF PROGRAM
Invest in yourself with Surf Sansara's, Learn to Surf Program, and commit to your development in the warm, pristine waters of Panama’s Pacific coast.
With Surf Sansara, you will not only learn how to stand up on a board, but you will learn to ride with confidence and leave our program as an empowered, knowledgeable and competent surfer.
Our goal is to provide you with a solid framework and foundation for surfing, one you will take with you anywhere in the world.
Surf Sansara’s Learn to Surf Program is designed for all levels, and our team has mindfully created two-, three-, four- and five session packages for you to enjoy during your stay.
Set your intention and allow us to guide you so you can crush your goals in and out of the water.

Included in Your Surf Program:
Onsite yoga shala lesson
Surfboard
Transportation
Rash guard
Sunscreen
Refreshments
Fresh fruit
Towels
Each session is approximately three hours in length.

Additional:
Photo & Video Analysis Services:
Video Analysis is an amazing tool to expedite your surf progression. Following your session in the water, our expert surf coaches will meet with you back at Sansara, and together you will watch your personalized surf footage, all the while receiving technical tips, constructive feedback and analytical advice.
Photo Packages - Capture your time in the water and take a piece of your surf experience home with you.

Equipment included

Resort Offerings
Experience laid back luxury and relaxation with the very best in holistic vacations at Sansara Surf & Yoga Resort.
Sansara is comprised of specialized facilities and services that include onsite massages, the bar and restaurant, yoga classes and retreats, surf lessons and rentals, SUP, Kayak, fishing, waterfall tours, snorkeling, complimentary bicycles, guided tours, ocean front saltwater pool, the list goes on!

Yoga
“Sansara” is a Sanskrit word that stands for “continuous flow.” In yoga, we achieve this flow through asanas, or postures, which stimulates energy pathways within the body and creates blissful change. It is the intensity of our attachment to the things we value, which interrupts this natural flow, thus allowing for stagnation and causes us discomfort. Only by transforming our attachments, do we enter a space of acceptance and gratitude for every moment in our life.
Sansara’s yoga shala is a beautifully designed thatched roof rancho facing the Pacific Ocean. It can be used in all weather and comes fully stocked with mats, straps, bolsters, blankets, handcrafted wooden blocks, sound system and tropical hardwood floors.

Massage Shala
The Sansara massage shala an open-air oceanfront sanctuary for relaxation and optimal wellbeing, all within the comfort of the resort's tranquil setting. The perfect way to escape the stress of everyday life, let us help you unwind from a day of fun, sun and surf!

MORE INFO, HOW TO GET THERE & FAQ

Characterization of surroundings/region

Located at the southernmost point of Panama in the Azuero Peninsula, Cambutal is a small village in the province of Los Santos, and is approximately five hours away from the country's capital, Panama City.

Ways to get to the camp
Transportation to and from hotel in Casco Viejo and to and from Sansara included

By Bus
Panama City to Las Tablas.
The Albrook Bus Terminal is on the west side of Panama City near the canal, near the smaller, regional airport, and it is right next to the huge Albrook Shopping Mall. This is a very large and active bus terminal. Buses to just about everywhere depart from this terminal. You will want to buy a ticket to Las Tablas.
Once you arrive in Las Tablas – You will have to change buses, ask for the Tonosi bus. From Tonosi, you can take a 30 minute cab ride to Sansara.

By Car Service
Pineapple Shuttle
Relax, and let Pineapple Shuttle take you down to Sansara! Whether you are traveling with alone or with a group, the friendly drivers ensure a comfortable and luxurious ride. Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to book your service.

Pineapple Shuttle also provides airport shuttles from Panama City Tocumen International Airport. Please visit: www.pineappleshuttle.com for more information.
By Airplane
Albrook Airport
Flights to Chitre, which is located 2 hrs away from Sansara, are available twice daily. Visit Air Panama for more details:? www.airpanama.com

Pack light: the charter flight has a baggage limitation of 14 kilos per passenger.

Important details
Travel Insurance (recommended)

PACKAGES & PRICES

With Surf Sansara's five- session program, our surf coaches will be identifying and developing your skills that will lead to optimal surf progression. It is our team’s committed goal that you leave with the tools to harness your surf potential.

This package includes:
5 Session Program
Onsite yoga shala lesson
Surfboard
Transportation
Rash guard
Sunscreen
Refreshments
Fresh fruit
Towels
Each session is approximately three hours in length.

Our retreats offer an opportunity to reflect and renew away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Gather some friends together and join us, or go solo and make some new friends! Greet the gorgeous sunrise each day with yoga on the beach followed by a nutritious breakfast, and a day full of adventure, surfing, biking...or adventurously relaxing. Greet the Panama sunset with a thoughtful flow of movement and breath, followed by a delicious and healthy dinner.

Be curious, be adventurous, be relaxed, and allow yourself to be transformed! Our retreats are designed with you, your well being, and your curiosity for yoga and play in mind!

You will start your days with an invigorating morning yoga practice, and then enjoy a healthy and delicious breakfast. We then have free time for various activity options, including surfing, relaxing by the beach, reading a book, or exploring the wonders Cambutal has to offer.

This package includes:
6 nights lodging of luxury accommodations at Sansara Surf and Yoga Resort
Transportation to and from hotel in Casco Viejo and to and from Sansara
3 healthy balanced meals each day; with local produce and fresh seafood
Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-free? No Problem! Ask your retreat host.
Two yoga practices a day overlooking the Pacific Ocean
Complimentary introduction to surfing, with Surf Sansara
Complimentary use of SUP boards and kayaks
Complimentary use of snorkel gear
Complimentary bikes for exploring the area
Some yummy snacks and refreshments
Beach Bonfire weather permitting
Hypo-allergenic bedding and towels
Organic spa products in every cabana

What’s Not Included:
Airfare to Panama City
Meals the day/evening of arrival and departure into Panama City, Casco Viejo
Additional excursions, surf lessons and/or rentals
Massages
Alcohol
Snacks/Smoothies/Juices
Travel Insurance (recommended)
Gratuities (appreciated)

Explore Panama's best waves and hidden locations in and around Cambutal with our experienced team of local guides.  We have an abundance of waves for all abilities within a short drive from the resort.  Whether it is a barreling beach break, a rocky point or a slabby reef, our guides will get you to the right spot at the right time. 
Surfing here can be tricky as we experience large tidal swings; our team of professionals know exactly where to go and when. Allow us to maximize your time in the water and ensure you get the most out of our local world-class waves. Our guides are also teachers, so when you sign up for a guided surf tour, we are also here to offer professional coaching tips and tricks to help you really push your surfing to the next level.
We have a new, customized Toyota Land Cruiser and Toyota Hilux specifically built for surf adventures. We drive off road, through jungle and rivers to get you where you need to be. Getting to the surf spot is sometimes just as fun as the actual surf. 
If you are looking for a true adventure, off-the-beaten-path secret spots and an epic time with some great friends, do not pass this trip up.  It will leave you coming back year after year. 

$100.00 per person, for a half day trip.
$175.00 per person, for a full day.

Move your body in an energizing vinyasa class every morning and restore with yin at night while listening to sound of the ocean, practice barre mid-day to sweat and rock out.

3 delicious, healthy meals will keep you fueled and fired up for the day. In your down time you can explore; surfing, hiking, kayaking, biking or snorkeling for those of you who need more activity. If you’re looking for a little rejuvenation you can chill by the pool or book a spa treatment.  And you will rest easy every night in your luxurious accommodation.