- USD 275a day, from about
- 20–35guests per trip
- 65%come solo
- 4.9on Google
Pick SurfYogaBeer if you want adventure-first social travel, with morning workouts and a long list of destinations to choose from. Pick SALTY if you want the wellness retreat for people who like to have fun: 2–3 coached sessions a day with a crew of 20 to 35, with meals and airport transfers included, from about USD 275 a day.
By Nate Behar, co-founder · Updated October 2026
WHAT SURFYOGABEER DOES WELL
SurfYogaBeer has run group trips since 2014 and lists about 18 destinations on its calendar. Mornings usually start with a workout or yoga, then the day turns to surf and boat days.
It is a good fit if the destination is the main reason you're going.
SALTY Retreats is an Ottawa company — not affiliated with The Salty (Portugal), Salty Souls, Salt Escapes or Salty Pelican.
WHERE SALTY IS DIFFERENT
At SALTY, the training is the backbone of the week. You get 2–3 coached sessions a day at a retreat centre or villa with real gym and studio space, which we book out for our crew.
Nearly every meal is covered, with one or two on your own on some trips so you can try the local food. And then there's the fun part, like SALTY Olympics, where you get to be a big kid again.
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SALTY AND SURFYOGABEER, SIDE BY SIDE
| Compare | SALTY | SurfYogaBeer |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | The wellness retreat for people who like to have fun | Active and social group travel |
| Price per day* | From $275 USD | From $325 USD |
| Typical trip | 7–11 days | Mostly 6–7 days |
| Group size | 20–35 | 12–40 |
| Typical ages | Mostly 28–45 | Median age 35 |
| Workouts | 2–3 coached sessions a day | Morning workouts and yoga; afternoons open |
| Meals | All meals (1–2 on your own on some trips) | Breakfasts and most dinners (Nicaragua: 5 breakfasts and 4 dinners, no lunches) |
| Airport transfers | Included on arrival and departure days | Group shuttles at set times |
| Destinations | 7 countries on the 2026–27 calendar | About 18 destinations, 44 departures |
| Deposit | $350 USD | 20% |
| Reviews | 4.9 on Google | 4.9 on Google (300+ reviews) |
*Lowest published shared-room price ÷ trip days, as published on October 14, 2026. SurfYogaBeer: $1,950 USD shared spot, Nicaragua Nov 21–26, 2026, 6 days. Flights are not included for either company. Sources: 1234
What your money buys
From about
USD 275
a day
You book the flight. The rest is covered.
Every SALTY trip includes:
- Your room for the week, in a retreat centre or villa we book out for our crew
- All meals (on some trips, one or two are on your own so you can explore the local food)
- 2–3 coached sessions a day
- Workshops with our coaches
- Surf lessons and boards on surf trips
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure days
- Private shuttles to every excursion and night out
- At least one excursion, like a boat day or a waterfall hike
- At least two hosted drinks nights
- SALTY Olympics and team games
- A welcome kit, including nutritional supplements
- Professional photos and video of your week
- The SALTY team with you 24/7
- A private WhatsApp group a month before you fly
WHO SHOULD YOU PICK?
SurfYogaBeer
Pick SurfYogaBeer if one of their destinations is on your list and you want adventure first, with workouts as part of the trip.
SALTY
Pick SALTY if you want real, varied training every day with a big crew, and a week where meals and airport transfers are handled.
See SALTY tripsUpcoming SALTY trips
COSTA RICA
Jan 9–16, 2027
From $275 USD/day
NICARAGUA
Jan 23–30, 2027
From $313 USD/day
SRI LANKA
Feb 9–19, 2027
From $291 USD/day
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between SALTY and SurfYogaBeer?
SALTY is a fitness and wellness retreat with 2–3 coached sessions a day at one home base. SurfYogaBeer describes itself as active and social group travel, with morning workouts and adventure days across about 18 destinations.
Which is cheaper per day?
As published on October 14, 2026, SALTY starts from about USD 275 a day and SurfYogaBeer from about $325 USD a day. SALTY includes nearly every meal. On SurfYogaBeer's Nicaragua trip, lunches are not included, so check each trip.
Are airport transfers included?
Both run group transfers. SALTY includes airport transfers on the official arrival and departure days. SurfYogaBeer runs group airport shuttles at set times.
Which is better for solo travelers?
Both work well, and most guests on both come on their own. At SALTY, 65% book solo, and shared rooms cost the same per person.
What ages go on each trip?
SALTY guests are mostly 28 to 45. SurfYogaBeer gives a median age of 35, with most guests 28 to 42.
Do both go to Nicaragua?
Yes. SurfYogaBeer runs Nicaragua trips through the year. SALTY's next Nicaragua trip runs January 23–30, 2027.
Is SALTY Retreats the same as The Salty?
SALTY Retreats is an Ottawa company — not affiliated with The Salty (Portugal), Salty Souls, Salt Escapes or Salty Pelican. SALTY runs its trips at getsaltyretreats.com.
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