⚲ LAGOS
THE SURF EXPERIENCE - PORTUGAL
Any level
Portugal
Surfing
Yoga
Available year-round
This is more than a surf camp, it’s a chance to live Portugal the way it’s meant to be lived: salty mornings in the Atlantic, coached sessions that genuinely level up your surfing, and a crew that feels like family almost instantly. Between training and recovery, you’ll share long meals, local gems, and the real Lagos rhythm: sunset walks, rooftop dinners, and nights that turn into unforgettable parties
📅 Duration: from 1 week
📍 Location: Lagos, Portugal
🎾 Main activities: surfing
🎾 Additional activities: yoga, ice bath, sauna
🍸 Fun: International-level sunset parties, local live music, festivals, and DJs.
👥 Age: 18+. (or 16+ but only with an adult)
🗣 Language: English, Portuguese
Participants:
• Friendly, international community of solo adventurers, couples & friends
• Levels: from beginner to advanced
• Group size: 20 - 30
CATCH WAVES IN A SURF HAVEN
WAKE UP WITH THE OCEAN
ROOFTOP & SHARED-TABLE NIGHTS
FIND YOUR FLOW WITH YOGA
COMMUNITY
THAT FEELS LIKE FAMILY
TYPICAL DAY SCHEDULE
Available year-round
08:00
08:30
09:00–10:00
10:00
12:00
12:30–13:30
13:30
15:30–16:00
18:30–19:30
19:30
Breakfast (bowls, buffet, coffee, juices)
Board pick-up & load up (groups of 7–8)
Arrive at the beach, set up base, and pick the best spots for each level (based on conditions)
Warm-up + 1st surf session (separated by level)
Beach lunch (homemade veggie lunch box + snacks + water)
Siesta time
2nd surf session (practice & progression)
Pack up & return to Lagos
Rooftop hangout, post-surf drinks & stories
Dinner in town or rooftop 3-course chef dinner (2× per week)
GETTING PEOPLE WET SINCE 1992
Nearly 35 years of surf coaching: Structured, proven training built on decades in Lagos—focused on faster progression, strong technique, and real confidence in local conditions
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Level-based groups: Everyone is separated by ability, from absolute first-timers upward, so coaching is targeted and safe
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Session flow: Warm-up + stretching before the first lesson to prep shoulders, mobility, and paddling muscles
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Surf training: 2 surf sessions per day, 2 hours each, led by experienced instructors with clear goals and feedback
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Group size: 20–30 guests for a strong community feel with plenty of individual attention
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Recovery & wellness: Yoga, ice bath, and sauna sessions to support mobility, sleep quality, and overall recovery
5-DAY PACKAGE
7-DAY PACKAGE
🏠 Accommodation: Surfhouse shared rooms (Twin, Double, 3-bed & 4-bed). Private ensuite rooms nearby available (some doubles/twins with private bathroom + A/C).
🍳 Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
🏄♂️ Surf Equipment: Board + wetsuit included
🎓 Surf Lessons: 2 × 90-minute sessions per day (sometimes extended depending on tides)
🚌 Transport: Transfers to/from the surf spots included
🎥 Thursday surf filming + video analysis after the session
🏠 Accommodation: Surfhouse shared rooms (Twin, Double, 3-bed & 4-bed). Private ensuite rooms nearby available (some doubles/twins with private bathroom + A/C).
🍳 Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
🏄♂️ Surf Equipment: Board + wetsuit included
🎓 Surf Lessons: 2 × 90-minute sessions per day (sometimes extended depending on tides)
🚌 Transport: Transfers to/from the surf spots included
🎥 Thursday surf filming + video analysis after the session
PORTUGAL EXPERIENCE
Epic coastline & cliffs
long beaches, rugged rocks, and unreal sunset viewpoints
Local Culture
Discover true Portugal beyond the tourist trail: local eats, coastal streets, and real laid-back energy
Day Trips & Scenic Adventures
Take time to explore nearby highlights:
coastal viewpoints, hidden coves, charming villages, and iconic spots around Peniche
Gastro: A Real Taste of Portugal
Explore the city’s best flavours, with hosted nights and the best local recommendations
Charming old towns
quiet streets, friendly cafés, and slow living
Sunset Parties
golden hour, great playlists, and that Algarve glow
ACCOMMODATION
Surfhouse or private ensuite
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Location: Based in the centre of Lagos: you’re not locked into one place. Step out of your accommodation and you can easily head to the beach, grab a coffee in town, or go for scenic cliff-top walks along the coastline
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Room options: Shared rooms: twins, doubles, triple rooms (3-share), quad rooms (4-share)
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Private rooms (upgrade): Private ensuite rooms nearby (twin or double)
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Meals included: Breakfast, lunch. Dinners: not included, though 2 legendary rooftop chef nights are hosted weekly, with hosted group dinners at the best local Lagos restaurants on the other evenings
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Flight
You book your own flight.
⚠️ Please contact the organisers before booking your flights to confirm timing and coordination
Airport
Arrival at Lisbon Airport (LIS) (Portugal).
(Alternative option: Porto Airport (OPO). Please confirm with us before booking.)
Airport Transfers
Airport transfers are not included.
We’ll send you clear step-by-step instructions for getting to the camp (best shuttle/public transport/taxi options)
The Surf Experience kicked off in 1992. It pre-dates pretty much everything out there and was created for love rather than money
That same philosophy still drives everything we do today. And after almost 35 years here, we’ve built an unbelievable following, passed down from father to son, mother to daughter, where word of mouth is still the master