Women + Waves — Bali Island Retreat

Women + Waves runs a ten-night trip for women on Nusa Lembongan, a small island reached by ferry from Bali, with the first night in Sanur. The surfing happens around the island's lagoon, with a private boat taxi out to the breaks, with seven days of coaching from local instructors and a trip leader, and video analysis every day using footage from the water, the beach and a drone.

It suits beginners through to intermediates, and most women come on their own. Away from the waves there's a coral restoration day with a guided snorkel off Nusa Penida, two surf-skate workshops and a yoga session. You stay in traditional Balinese bungalows on the beach, with an infinity pool looking over the lagoon. Breakfast is included; lunches and dinners aren't.