{"id":127205,"date":"2020-03-04T16:57:01","date_gmt":"2020-03-04T16:57:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/?p=127205"},"modified":"2026-09-17T00:23:20","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T00:23:20","slug":"best-backpacker-parties","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-backpacker-parties\/","title":{"rendered":"Dance till you drop: the best backpacker parties around the world"},"content":{"rendered":"

Some people collect passport stamps, others collect international hangovers.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s pretty much a backpacker\u2019s rite of passage to wake up with a sore head from the local spirit in every hostel<\/a> you stumble back to. But some places have a vibe so infectious that you can\u2019t help but crank the volume up to \u2018night I\u2019ll never forget\u2019, regardless of how much home-brewed beer you\u2019ve consumed. If you\u2019ve drunk the Full Moon shark buckets, painted the UV paint and worn the neon-coloured vest – bonus points if you kept yours and didn\u2019t take it off to jump the fire skipping rope \u2013 then you\u2019re ready to graduate to the next-level of out-of-this-world backpacker parties. Trust us, they make the hangover look like child\u2019s play.<\/p>\n

Curated for the hard-core ravers, the up-all-night party animals and the barefoot drum and bass beach goers, we\u2019ve danced, DJ\u2019d and got up to no good to find the best backpacker parties across the world. All in the name of research, of course \ud83d\ude09.<\/p>\n

Bottoms up!<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0Carnival<\/a> \u2013 Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago<\/h2>\n

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Taking place in Trinidad\u2019s capital Port of Spain, Carnival<\/a> is four-days of crazy rum-fuelled street partying, accompanied by a soca-soundtrack and the beat of steel drums. Taking place just before lent, the whole island turns into an al-fresco arena geared up to having a good time. As music blares from dusk until dawn, follow the scantily clad dancers wearing feather and sequin costumes to hop from one celebration to the next, topping up your plastic cup of homemade rum punch as you go. Soak up the lethal levels of alcohol by trying some of the street food stall staples like fiery curry crab, pillowy dumplings and pelau (a pot of rice and meat). After the outrageous activities are over, retreat to Tobago, the sister island, for some well-needed Caribbean chill out time. This is one of the best backpacker parties that both locals and travellers love!<\/p>\n

When is it:<\/b> Mid-February (24-25 February 2020).<\/p>\n

Where to stay:<\/b> Need a cosy retreat from the heat? The hostels in Port of Spain<\/a> will do just that. Pearl\u2019s Guest House<\/a> is minutes away from the sequin-filled streets and welcomes all its guests into a family atmosphere.<\/p>\n

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2. Oasis Festival<\/a> \u2013 Marrakech, Morocco<\/h2>\n

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If you take the influencers out of Coachella, bid goodbye to Glastonbury\u2019s mud baths and sweep away the dust from Burning Man, but keep the banging beats and energetic crowd, what are you left with? Oasis Festival<\/a> \u2013 a pioneering party slowly changing the rave scene in Marrakech. Pitching up in a boujee boutique venue on the outskirts of the city, Oasis brings music-minded travellers and curious, cosmopolitan locals together for a night spent dancing beneath the stars. Two intimate stages, rooftops for smoking shisha and a handful of African pop-up galleries give off the impression you\u2019re partying in a friend\u2019s house \u2013 but a very rich, very well-connected one. This shouldn\u2019t put you off though, this party is in its early days so is still relatively budget-friendly. Go now before it grows.<\/p>\n

When is it:<\/b> Mid-September (11-13 September 2020).<\/p>\n

Where to stay:<\/b> The hostels in Marrakech<\/a> are just as cool as you are. Did you even go to Marrakech if you didn\u2019t stay in a riad? In the heart of the medina, Riad Eva<\/a> is ideally located to explore the chaotic souks and throbbing city square. Probably best to do it on a day without a hangover though\u2026<\/p>\n

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3. Curlie\u2019s<\/a> Beach Party – Goa, India<\/h2>\n

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A haven for hippies on the hash trail in 1970\u2019s, head to Goa\u2019s palm-fringed beaches to experience one of the best backpacker parties, complete with psychedelic, trippy feels. It\u2019s totally groovy, man. Curlie\u2019s<\/a> has grown from a standalone shack to a buzzy beach party that takes over the whole of Anjuna\u2019s sandy shores, with psytrance raves stretching from Tuesday through to Wednesday evening. What started as a low-key community of hippies letting their hair (read: dreadlocks) down has grown into one of the wildest midweek parties in the world, attracting thousands of backpackers every year. Shuffle along to the trippy beats, paint yourself with neon colours and sip spiked (alcoholic) chai \u2013 you can even recycle your Full Moon Party vest as everyone wears bright colours.<\/p>\n

For something a little less wild, head to the \u2018nightclub in the sky\u2019. Cocooned on the cliff top between Baga and Anjuna, Club Cabana\u2019s<\/a> open-air pool, terraces dotted with Balinese-inspired day beds and expertly mixed cocktails give it serious Ibiza vibes. Wednesday is ladies night, so girls drink completely free.<\/p>\n

When is it:<\/b> Year-round. Avoid going in June \u2013 September, as the area sees heavy rain during monsoon season and most of the best parties get cancelled.<\/p>\n

Where to stay:<\/b> If you\u2019re in need of a hippie haven while in India, the hostels in Goa<\/a> have you sorted. Meet your new session squad at That Crazy Hostel<\/a>, an insanely social hostel that serves 24-hour food to soothe sore heads.<\/p>\n

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4. Beach Parties \u2013 Jericocoara, Brazil<\/h2>\n

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In the northwest of Brazil, you\u2019ll find Jericocoara, or Jeri as it\u2019s known to locals, a town that attracts the barefoot and bohemian. A haven for wind surfing, this small fishing town is one of the few places in the world to experience emerald sunsets. Each evening the sun sinks below the horizon and glows a luminous green colour \u2013 race to the top of the sand dunes to get the best views. After sunset, join the throngs of locals and in-the-know backpackers laughing, drinking and dancing on the beach, where a cluster of rickety wooden beach bars serve street food snacks and homemade sugar-cane spirits. Music plays from a pop-up DJ parked in the sands and free-poured caipirinhas from the makeshift bars are generously passed around. This is the chilled-out version of the mental parties in Koh Phangan, but there\u2019s honestly nothing better than bonding over freshly shaken cocktails with new found friends.<\/p>\n

When is it: <\/b>Year-round.<\/p>\n

Where to stay:<\/b> Bohemian backpackers won\u2019t struggle to find their dream stay at one of the many hostels in Jericoacoara<\/a>. Hang out in Natural Hostel Jeri<\/a>, a design-driven darling just seconds from the sand.<\/p>\n

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5. Full Moon Party \u2013 Koh Phangan, Thailand<\/h2>\n

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This big hitter on Thailand\u2019s Koh Phangan is where you go to party as if it\u2019s your last night on earth \u2013 it\u2019s basically a rite of passage for every wild backpacker. Yep, it\u2019s the infamous Full Moon Party. Join tens of thousands of travellers from around the world under the glow of the full moon, as you dance and drink all evening and well into the next morning – while EDM, techno, rock and pop music fill different areas of the beach. If you need to refuel, you can even take a nap in one of the designated sleeping zones! To get to this beachside fiesta, you\u2019ll need to book a boat that will take you to the island if you\u2019re not already staying in Koh Phangan. Entry to the legendary party is 100 baht (about \u00a32.50), plus as many cocktail buckets as your body and budget will allow. Be free, you wild things!<\/p>\n

When is it:<\/b> Every month, either before or after the full moon.<\/p>\n

Where to stay<\/b>: The hostels in Koh Phangan<\/a> take partying VERY seriously. The celebrations don\u2019t end once you leave the beach! Slumber Party Hostel Koh Phangan<\/a> isn\u2019t the innocent sleepover it sounds like. Here you can take part in a massive pub crawl, large scale drinking games and there\u2019s even free cocktail shots each night! Check out some of the top hostels for the Full Moon Party<\/a> here.<\/p>\n

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6. Labadai Beach Party \u2013 Accra, Ghana<\/h2>\n

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Afrochella, \ud83d\udcf8:@shaunteray<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Fondly nicknamed La Pleasure Beach, Labadai Beach in Accra is by day a horse-strewn beachy playground dotted with food stores grilling spicy kebabs and dishing out bowls of jollof. As soon as the sun sinks into the sea and the water becomes too cold to swim, bonfires are lit, beer cans are passed around and competitive dance offs take place to the sounds of afrobeats blaring from retro boom boxes. Everyone is welcome and you\u2019ll find dance groups, locals and travellers all competing to see who\u2019s got the best whine.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a fan of afrobeats and African fashion and art, you should seriously consider attending Afrochella<\/a>. Africa\u2019s most popular festival pitches up on the shores of Accra each December through to January to celebrate African culture. Retreating to La Pleasure beach afterwards is somewhat of a tradition, and you might find the likes of Burna Boy and Stefflon Don joining in on the fun.<\/p>\n

When is it:<\/strong> The parties on Labdai Beach take place every Friday to Sunday, while Afrochella is in late December to January.<\/p>\n

Where to stay:<\/strong> The hostels in Accra<\/a> are known for their welcoming hospitality. Championing Ghanaian craftsmanship, Somewhere Nice<\/a> houses a collection of locally made goods and upcycled metal, tires and old wood that\u2019s been transformed into furniture. There\u2019s even a swimming pool for when the weather really heats up.<\/p>\n

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7. La Placita de Santurce<\/a> \u2013 San Juan, Puerto Rico<\/h2>\n

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Proving Mexico isn\u2019t the only place to party in Central America, San Juan\u2019s famous market La Placita de Santurce<\/a> transforms from a peaceful plaza by day to a full-blown wild fiesta by night. The two-tiered market square goes from somewhere to buy fresh fruit on a sunny morning to a lively party that you won\u2019t want to leave until sunrise. This is truly a local party, with people gathering from about 6pm to kick back, dance some salsa and revel in the carefree beats. Snack on fried empanadillas while you sway along to thumping techno and sultry jazz. Sure, Mexico has Los Cabos and Spring Break favourite Cancun, but scoot across to the lesser-explored Puerto Rican capital to discover a city pulsing with Latin flair and Caribbean charm.<\/p>\n

When is it:<\/b> Fridays and Sundays from 6pm.<\/p>\n

Where to stay:<\/b> Looking for a beachside paradise? The hostels in San Juan<\/a> wouldn\u2019t look out of place in Maui or Cancun. Situated on San Juan\u2019s sun-bleached sands, Mango Mansion<\/a> puts on a breakfast spread so delicious you\u2019ll want to leave the party early to make sure you don\u2019t miss it.<\/p>\n

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8. Sunday Funday<\/a> \u2013 Tamarindo, Costa Rica<\/h2>\n

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There\u2019s no such thing as the Sunday slump in this tiny surfing town in Costa Rica. Each and every Sunday backpackers pile into Sharky\u2019s Bar<\/a> for beers and cocktails \u00a0before being bundled into an all-American school bus blaring tunes and headed for the three secret parties that makes up the town\u2019s legendary Beach and Pool Crawl<\/a>. The first place you\u2019ll party is a private pool full of instantly Instagrammable floating flamingos and on-tap margaritas. Next, you\u2019re taken to a hidden beach where you\u2019ll play boozy games like beach beer pong and forfeit-or-a-shot volleyball. Your last spot (and personally my favourite) sees you get taken to the beach to watch the sunset and dance next to a blazing bonfire. Tickets cost US$50 on the day or US$40-45 in advance.<\/p>\n

When is it:<\/b> Every Sunday, departing at 1pm from Sharky\u2019s Bar.<\/p>\n

Where to stay:<\/b> All hail the tropical hostels in Tamarindo<\/a>. Housed in a striking yellow hacienda, Tamarindo Backpackers<\/a> has a string of hammocks that are the perfect place to sleep off that inevitable hangover.<\/p>\n

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9. Beach Parties \u2013 Tel Aviv, Israel<\/h2>\n

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Beach parties pop up all over the port and promenade of Israel\u2019s hipster capital Tel Aviv, both on the sands and in the day-to-night beach bars scattered along the coastline. Some, like the ones on Gordon Beach, start as early as 2pm with groups congregating over cooler boxes and beers, while beaches like Hilton Beach are reserved for after, after parties. You know, the kind that start somewhere around 3am and go until the sun starts to come up.<\/p>\n

Free spirits and fans of The Rolling Stones will want to head to Drummer Beach on a Friday afternoon. At about 3pm, next to a building known as the Dolphimarium, crowds of drummers congregate for a group session with everyone pounding out the week\u2019s frustrations. It\u2019s very bohemian, quite therapeutic and probably one of the weirdest pre-drinks you\u2019ll ever have, but equally it\u2019s pretty awesome. If this all sounds too \u2018kum by yah\u2019 for you, then take shots of tubi, a sweet Israeli alcoholic drink, at Shalvata<\/a> instead \u2013 it\u2019s one of the best and biggest beach clubs in Tel Aviv.<\/p>\n

When is it: <\/b>sporadic<\/p>\n

Where to stay:<\/b> The hostels in Tel Aviv<\/a> don\u2019t hold back on the celebrations. Tel Aviv Beachfront Hostel<\/a> really gets the party started, while the free breakfast at Florentine Backpackers<\/a> is the ideal way to cure a hangover before you explore Old Jaffa\u2019s flea market.<\/p>\n

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10. Full Moon Party<\/a> \u2013 Zanzibar, Tanzania<\/h2>\n

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Thought because you\u2019ve toured the whole of Thailand you\u2019d completed the Full Moon Party? Think again. The Spice Island puts on one of the best backpacker parties that will fill your glass with rum, your body with laughter and your head full of the worst hangover you\u2019ve ever had the next morning. Held on the north west of Zanzibar island, on the white sandy shores in front of the Kendwa Rocks Hotel, this party takes place every Saturday after a full moon. A BBQ buffet filed with seafood and delicious grilled meats \u2013 trust me, it\u2019s way better than a greasy kebab \u2013 kicks off the celebrations before a traditional African dance troupe gets everyone up and dancing on the beach. Fire breathers, circus performers and local artists then put on a spellbinding performance all along the sands around you. Cranking it up an octave, the DJ then takes to the decks to spin a selection of reggae, dancehall, afrobeats and soca to keep everyone dancing until 7am.<\/p>\n

When is it: <\/b>Every Saturday after a full moon.<\/p>\n

Where to stay:<\/b> As Tanzania is emerging on the backpacker scene, there are more and more quality hostels<\/a> springing up in Zanzibar. Your Zanzibar Palace<\/a> is budget-friendly, beachside and probably as close as you\u2019ll ever get to heaven on earth. Here you can spend the day laying in a hammock under a straw hut overlooking the palm trees, white sand and endless ocean views.<\/p>\n

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11. Thermal Spa Parties \u2013 Budapest, Hungary<\/h2>\n

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Ready to turn the party gear up a notch? How does a massive pool party sound? The historic Szechenyi Baths<\/a> hosts a huge monthly bash, where party-loving backpackers can drink, rave and roast in hot thermal pools (with temperatures around 26-38 degrees celsius) until 3am. Laser lights, pool inflatables, fire twirlers and pulsating beats flood Budapest\u2019s most bonkers celebration, where dancing and splashing go hand in hand. Grab your best bathing suit and hurry up, because this iconic Budaparty is waiting for you! Tickets cost 25,000 HUF (\u00a363) on the door and you can buy them in advance on the website<\/a> with added drink cards. While it might make a dent in the humble backpacker\u2019s budget, it\u2019s worth it to experience this unforgettable and one-of-a-kind event.<\/p>\n

When is it: <\/b>Every Saturday from February to December.<\/p>\n

Where to stay: <\/b>Might as well stay at one of the many party hostels in Budapest<\/a> to keep the festivities going hey? Retox Party Hostel<\/a> ranks high among the world\u2019s best party hostels. The hostel hosts the Alcoholympics (competitive boozy challenges), so you\u2019ll always have a drink in hand.<\/p>\n

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12. Sunday Funday<\/a>, Nicaragua<\/h2>\n

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Go backpacking in Nicaragua<\/a> and you\u2019re bound to end up in the backpacker favourite town of San Juan del Sur. This unassuming beach town hosts one of the world\u2019s best backpacker parties – the weekly hostel pool crawl \u2018Sunday Funday\u2019 which draws in party-loving backpackers like a magnet. Beginning at Hostel Pachamama<\/a> and ending at Naked Tiger Hostel<\/a>, you\u2019ll check off different poolside bars, down cheap alcohol and dance to non-stop techno music. Admission is US$30, which includes entry to five bars, a shot on arrival at each one, transport and a tank top to get yourself fully involved. Backpackers all over Central America talk about the legend of Sunday Funday, but it\u2019s not until you do it yourself that you\u2019ll understand the carnage (and hangover).<\/p>\n

When is it: <\/b>Every Sunday.<\/p>\n

Where to stay:<\/b> It makes sense to stay at either Hostel Pachamama<\/a> or Naked Tiger Hostel<\/a>, as then you\u2019ll only have to pay US$15 for your Sunday Funday ticket! Hostel Pachamama<\/a> is all about the chill vibes while still having a fun time. Activities like pool beer pong and bonfire nights are on regularly, and there\u2019s also daily free breakfast. At Naked Tiger Hostel<\/a> you\u2019ll feel welcomed from the get-go with a free drink! They\u2019re all about the hostel fam feeling, with movie nights and BBQ nights when they\u2019re not having one of their killer parties.<\/p>\n

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Do you have what it takes to booze your way through these legendary backpacker parties around the world? Have you taken on any of them already? Tell us below!<\/p>\n

Keep reading:<\/h2>\n

\ud83c\udf89 21 of the best party hostels in the world for 24\/7 carnage<\/a><\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf89 Time for a Buda-party! The best party hostels in Budapest for every wild traveller<\/a><\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf89 The best places to visit in Costa Rica to chill, party, explore and surf!<\/a><\/p>\n

About the author:<\/h2>\n

Fleur Rollet-Manus is a fully fledged travel addict who can often be found racking up air miles, sitting on an oversized suitcase wrestling with an already strained zip or clutching an extra large coffee whilst penning her latest fashion\/beauty\/lifestyle\/adventure\/disaster.<\/p>\n

Time to plan the best party ever by downloading the Hostelworld app!<\/h3>\n

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