Surf Snowdonia Adventure Park

How does it work?

A visit to Surf Snowdonia is completely unique – it’s the world’s first inland surfing pool, generating the longest manmade surfing waves on the planet.

Built with spectacular Wavegarden technology, Surf Snowdonia’s waves are of varying difficulty in different areas of the pool – so total beginners can learn to surf alongside professional athletes.

The centre is also home to a fantastic adventure park offering plenty of fun for all the family!

• Children’s obstacle course
• Paddleboarding
• Bodyboarding and kayaking
• Luxury glamping pods
• An on-site café serving delicious locally sourced food
• Surf themed soft play area for small children
• Bungee trampolines
• 50 metre indoor viewing gallery

Surfing lessons

Whether you’re thinking about becoming a surfer or just fancy trying your hand at the sport, Surf Snowdonia is the perfect place to learn!

You’ll never have to wait for a wave, and the predictable height of beginners’, intermediate and advanced waves mean you’ll learn quickly and pick up techniques and be riding the waves like a pro in no time.

Perfect for first timers: Take a Beginner Level 1 Lesson

Includes 30 minutes on land and an hour on the water – introduction to surf equipment; safety awareness; position on the surfboard; paddle technique; how to catch a wave; and pop up technique.

If you’ve got more time, why not choose a 3 day surfing course to really learn the ropes.

Using your voucher

When you book, you will be emailed an e-voucher. You must print and bring your voucher with you to Surf Snowdonia. You must call Surf Snowdonia to arrange which day you want to visit upon receipt of your e-voucher. Contact details on your e-voucher.

Opening times

Open March-December. Opening hours may vary; check when booking.

School Holiday Dates

Address: Conway Rd, Dolgarrog, Conwy LL32 8QE

Nearest train station: Llandudno, Llandudno Junction or Dolgarrog

Nearest airport: Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham

Getting there

By car

• Surf Snowdonia is 7 miles from the main A55 North Wales arterial route with a final run-in 15 minutes from the main expressway
• Liverpool and Manchester city centres are around 1.5 hours’ drive away, and the city of Chester is 50 minutes away. If you’re coming from further afield the A55 links with the North West’s motorway network at the M53 and M56

By train

• Virgin Trains operates a direct London Euston to Llandudno Junction service which takes just under 3 hours. There is a taxi rank at Llandudno Junction station
• If you’re starting your train journey in Wales, Arriva Trains Wales operates regular services to Llandudno Junction and Dolgarrog. Please note Dolgarrog is a request stop and a 20 minute walk from Surf Snowdonia

Equipment, safety and age restrictions

Surfboards, buoyancy aids and helmets for the crash and splash lagoon are included in the price. Wetsuits are available to hire at £5 each or you can bring your own.

On arrival you will be asked to sign a statement of risk confirming your ability to participate. 

All participants must be able to swim and be confident swimming in open water. For any participant under the age of 16 years old, a parent/guardian or another adult authorised by the parent/guardian will be required to agree to their participation in activity sessions (they will be required to sign agreeing to these terms and conditions on behalf of under 16 year olds on the day).

• Surfing lessons: Must be 12 or older. Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult also taking part in the lesson.
• 3 day surf course: Must be 18 or older.