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Columbus connects passionate travellers with local surf guides who know their waters intimately. We started with surfing — and we're building towards every outdoor sport on the planet. Same philosophy everywhere: ride with someone who lives it.

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Robertney
Barros
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Cape Verde

Robertney Barros

Cabo Verde · Surf Guide · Born & Raised Local

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from €120/day
Jordy
Talbot
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Cape Town, South Africa

Jordy Talbot

Cape Town · Surf Guide · World-Travelled

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from €95/day
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Client experience
"I didn't just surf — I experienced the Canaries the way it was meant to be."

— Carlota, Canary Islands experience

This is what Columbus is about. Real travellers. Real local guides. Real adventures in places most people only dream about. Watch Carlota's experience and imagine yours.

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