16 of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal

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If you love the ocean and want to surf some of the best waves in Europe, then Portugal is the place for you.

We’ve picked 16 of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal that are sure give you an unforgettable experience. With locations all along the coast, there’s a camp perfect for everyone – from beginner to experienced surfer.

You’ll be able to enjoy crystal-clear water, stunning beaches and delicious Portuguese food, all whilst improving your surfing skills. What more could you ask for?

So let’s get into it!

Here’s our pick of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal.

The Surf Experience

First on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is The Surf Experience.

This lively Surf Camp is located in the beautiful old Portuguese town of Lagos, just 45 minutes from Faro Airport.

Designed to be as sociable as possible, the accommodation consists of comfortable shared rooms, a large modern kitchen, free Wi-Fi, a secure boardroom, and two huge terraces with a barbecue area.

Guests can choose from a 6-day, 10-day and 14-day all-inclusive package when staying with The Surf Experience. Each package includes daily surf lessons, shared or private accommodation, surfboard and wetsuit hire, and complimentary yoga.

Guests at The Surf Experience are also encouraged to make the most of the nightlife in Lagos, with many bars and nightclubs just a short walk away from the camp.

If you’re looking to surf hard and party harder, this surf camp is the perfect place for you.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at The Surf Experience in Portugal.

Golden Waves Surf Lodge

Second on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is Golden Waves Surf Lodge.

This serene surf camp is located at Furadouro Beach just 45 minutes from Porto airport. Surrounded by pine trees a few minutes from the beach, this surf camp is perfect for guests who are looking to rest and recharge.

The modern villa is made up of private rooms, suites and dorms. There is a large lounge area with a fireplace for guests to enjoy, as well as an outdoor pool and barbecue area.

Guests can choose from a 3-day or 1-week all-inclusive package when staying with Golden Waves Surf Lodge. Both packages include daily surf lessons, shared or private accommodation, surfboard and wetsuit hire, and a daily breakfast buffet.

Guests can also upgrade to include morning yoga sessions with the 1-week surf and yoga package.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at Golden Waves Surf Lodge in Portugal.

Surf Cascais

Third on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is Surf Cascais.

This trendy surf camp is located in the beautiful old town of Cascais just 30 minutes from Lisbon Airport.

The villa is divided into six large bedrooms, offering both private and shared rooms. There is a fully equipped kitchen, a communal garden and swimming pool, a large lounge space, and a bar where good times and good drinks are always guaranteed.

Guests can choose from a 5-day or 1-week all-inclusive package when staying with Surf Cascais. Both packages include daily surf lessons, shared or private accommodation, surfboard and wetsuit hire, and a daily breakfast buffet.

Guests can also upgrade to include morning yoga sessions with the 1-week surf and yoga package.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at Surf Cascais in Portugal.

Selina Peniche

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is Selina Peniche.

Set within a whitewashed villa in the fishing village of Peniche, this hip hostel is a 1-hour drive from Lisbon Airport.

Airy 6-bed and 8-bed dorms feature bunk beds. All have Wi-Fi, lockers and linens, as well as shared bathrooms. Private rooms are also available. Amenities include a Mediterranean restaurant, a bar and a rooftop terrace, a screening room, and a shared kitchen.

Guests can book a room at Selina Peniche and then add-on surf lessons with surfboard and wetsuit rental after they check-in. Group surf lessons are priced at €33 per person and private surf lessons are priced at €125 per person.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at Selina Peniche.

The Salty Pelican Ericeira

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is The Salty Pelican in Ericeira.

This modern surf retreat is located in the charming fishing town of Ericeira just 30 minutes from Lisbon Airport.

The newly built villa sleeps up to 40 guests in a combination of private and shared rooms. Most rooms come with a private terrace and ocean views. There is an open plan living area, covered outdoor dining area, a swimming pool, yoga deck, a poolside cafe, and a wellness centre offering massages and body treatments.

The Salty Pelican offers a 1-week all-inclusive package. This includes daily surf lessons, shared or private accommodation, surfboard and wetsuit hire, unlimited yoga, and a daily breakfast buffet.

For digital nomads or more experienced surfers looking for more flexibility, The Salty Pelican also offers a room-only option.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at The Salty Pelican in Ericeira.

Surf Lisbon

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is Surf Lisbon.

This boutique Surf Camp is located in on the outskirts of Lisbon in the beach town of Caxias, just 20 minutes from Lisbon Airport.

The typical Portuguese summer house can accommodate up to 18 guests in 4 private rooms and 2 shared rooms. There are a number of common areas, including a shared lounge, dining room, a fully equipped kitchen, and a large garden with barbecue.

Guests can choose from a 4-day or 1-week all-inclusive package when staying with Surf Lisbon. Both packages include daily surf lessons, shared or private accommodation, surfboard and wetsuit hire, and a daily breakfast buffet.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at Surf Lisbon in Portugal.

The Salty Pelican Cascais

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is The Salty Pelican in Cascais.

The newly renovated surf house in located the village of Estoril, in-between the beaches of Cascais and the mountains of Sintra, just 30 minutes from Lisbon Airport.

The modern Portuguese house is made up of a combination of private and shared rooms. There is a cozy lounge, a well-equipped kitchen, a peaceful garden with hammocks and bean bags as well as a terrace and barbecue area.

The Salty Pelican offers a 1-week all-inclusive package. This includes daily surf lessons, shared or private accommodation, surfboard and wetsuit hire, unlimited yoga, and a daily breakfast buffet.

For digital nomads or more experienced surfers looking for more flexibility, The Salty Pelican also offers a room-only option.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at The Salty Pelican in Cascais.

Selina Boavista Ericeira

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is Selina Boavista Ericeira.

This laid-back guesthouse is a 5-minute walk from Pescadores Beach in rustic fishing village of Ericeira. The nearest airport is in Lisbon, which is a 30-minute drive away.

Basic dorms sleep up to 20 guests and provide free Wi-Fi, linens and shared bathrooms. Private rooms are also available. Amenities include an outdoor pool, an informal restaurant, and a yoga deck.

Guests can book a room at Selina Boavista Ericeira and then add-on surf lessons with surfboard and wetsuit rental after they check-in. Group surf lessons are priced at €33 per person and private surf lessons are priced at €125 per person.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at Selina Boavista Ericeira.

Oasis Backpackers Hostel

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is the Oasis Backpackers Hostel.

This beachfront hostel is located in the rugged Sintra region, a 45-minute drive from Lisbon Airport.

Once a holiday park, Oasis Backpackers Hostel has been lovingly restored to create an environmentally friendly surf camp. There are both private and shared rooms available, as well as glamping tents. The camps sits just 500 meters from the beach.

Guests can choose from a 4-day, 5-day or 1-week all-inclusive package when staying with Oasis Backpackers Hostel. All three packages include daily surf lessons, shared or private accommodation, surfboard and wetsuit hire, unlimited yoga, and a daily breakfast buffet.

For digital nomads or more experienced surfers looking for more flexibility, Oasis Backpackers Hostel also offers a room-only option.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at Oasis Backpackers Hostel in Portugal.

Laneez Surf House

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is Laneez Surf House.

This airy house sits on a cliff overlooking Praia do Sul in Ericeira. The closest airport is in Lisbon, which is a 30-minute drive away.

The clifftop house is made up of 7 spacious bedrooms, with private rooms and shared dorms available. There is a large communal terrace overlooking the ocean, as well as a lounge with a fireplace, and a fully-equipped kitchen.

Guests can book a room at Laneez Surf House and then add-on surf lessons, surfboard and wetsuit rentals, and surf guiding after they check-in. Yoga is also available as an add-on.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at Laneez Surf House in Ericeira.

Tiny Whale Surf Lodge

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is Tiny Whale Surf Lodge.

This luxury surf camp is situated in a peaceful countryside setting near Lagos, a 1-hour drive from Faro Airport.

The spacious accommodation consists of a combination of private and shared rooms. There is a large garden with an outdoor pool, jacuzzi, yoga deck, and a outdoor bar with a lounge area and firepit.

Guests can choose from a 1-week beginner, 1-week intermediate and a 1-week women’s only all-inclusive package when staying with Tiny Whale Surf Lodge. Each package includes daily surf coaching, shared or private accommodation, surfboard and wetsuit hire, a daily breakfast buffet, and evening meals.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at Tiny Whale Surf Lodge.

Nice Way Cascais

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is Nice Way Cascais.

Located in the historical center of Cascais, the camp is located within walking distance of the beaches, restaurants, and nightlife, and just a 30-minute drive from Lisbon Airport.

The accommodation is divided into 16 bedrooms. There are 11 shared rooms and 5 private rooms. There is a garden with a swimming pool, board storage, a fully equipped kitchen, a lively bar, barbecue facilities, and a cosy lounge with cable TV/Netflix.

Nice Way Cascais offers a 1-week all-inclusive package. This includes daily surf lessons, shared or private accommodation, surfboard and wetsuit hire, yoga, and a daily breakfast buffet.

For digital nomads or more experienced surfers looking for more flexibility, Nice Way Cascais also offers a room-only option.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at Nice Way Cascais.

Azores Bagus Surf House

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is Azores Bagus Surf House.

The eclectic surf house is located on the South Coast of São Miguel Island, a small island off the coast of Portugal. The closest airport, João Paulo II Airport, is a 5-minute drive away from the camp.

The three-floor sunny house is made up 4 private rooms and 1 large shared room. There is a lounge area, a fully equipped kitchen and dining room, an outdoor terrace with barbecue and a spacious garden.

Azores Bagus Surf House offers a 1-week all-inclusive package. This includes daily surf lessons, shared or private accommodation, surfboard and wetsuit hire, airport transfers, a daily breakfast buffet, and a weekly barbecue.

For digital nomads or more experienced surfers looking for more flexibility, Azores Bagus Surf House also offers a room-only option.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at Azores Bagus Surf House in Portugal.

Sagres Sun Stay

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is Sagres Sun Stay.

This well-equipped hostel is located in Sagres, a small village in the Algarve, 1 hour and 30 minutes away from Faro Airport.

The newly-built villa is made up a combination of private and shared rooms. There is a salt water pool, a selection of fitness machines, board storage and personal lockers, and a poolside cafe and bar for guests to enjoy.

Sagres Sun Stay offers a 1-week all-inclusive package. This includes daily surf lessons, shared or private accommodation, surfboard and wetsuit hire, and a daily breakfast and dinners.

For digital nomads or more experienced surfers looking for more flexibility, Sagres Sun Stay also offers a room-only option.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at Sagres Sun Stay in Portugal.

Chill in Ericeira Surf House

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is Chill in Ericeira Surf House.

This brightly coloured surf house is located on a small hill overlooking Praia do Sul, 2 minutes walk from the center of Ericeira. The closest airport is in Lisbon, which is a 30-minute drive away.

The house can accommodate up to 50 people in 17 rooms. There are private and shared rooms available. There is a large rooftop terrace and a courtyard with barbecue. Guests can also enjoy a poker table and table football in the communal lounge.

Guests can book a room at Chill in Ericeira Surf House and then add-on surf lessons with surfboard and wetsuit rental after they check-in. Surf lessons are priced at €40 per person.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at Chill in Ericeira Surf House in Portugal.

Wave Sensations

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is Wave Sensations.

This rustic surf camp is located in Sagres, 1 hour and 30 minutes away from Faro Airport.

The beachfront camp is made up of a combination of private and shared rooms. Most rooms have views overlooking the ocean. There is a large rooftop terrace and a well-equipped kitchen.

Guests can book a room at Waves Sensations and then add-on surf lessons with surfboard and wetsuit rental after they check-in. Group surf lessons are available for €65 per person.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at Waves Sensations.

The Salty Pelican Peniche

Next on our list of the Best Surf Camps in Portugal is The Salty Pelican Peniche.

This luxury surf camp is located in the historic fishing village of Peniche, a 50-minute drive from Lisbon Airport.

The newly built beachfront villa sleeps up to 40 guests in a combination of private and shared rooms. Most rooms come with a private balcony and ocean views. There is a rooftop terrace with outdoor lounging & dining area, cinema room, indoor yoga shala, and an all-day cafe.

The Salty Pelican offers a 1-week all-inclusive package. This includes daily surf lessons, shared or private accommodation, surfboard and wetsuit hire, unlimited yoga, and a daily breakfast buffet.

Click HERE to check the latest rates and book your stay at The Salty Pelican Peniche.

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