Portugal is one of the best places to go surfing in Europe, with a warm climate, sunny weather and amazing locations to go surfing all year round.
There are lots of surf camps offering affordable lessons throughout the country, from Porto down the coast to Lisbon, then further south to the stunning Algarve.
Whether you are a complete novice, or already know the basic but just want to improve, you can find a course to suit you.
Best Places to Go Surfing in Portugal
There are so many amazing destinations in Portugal and you can find highly rated surfing spots throughout the coast. These are regarding as the top rated surfing locations:
• Ericeira
• Lagos
• Peniche
• Lisbon
• Cascais
• Porto
If you are a complete beginner, these are some of the best beaches:
• Foz do Lizandro, Ericeira
• Amado, Lagos, Algarve
• Cantinho da Baia, Baleal, Peniche
• Guincho, Cascais
• Praia da Torreira, Porto
Before visiting Portugal, we highly recommend learning some Portuguese phrases for tourists. This will help you integrate into the country and impress the locals.
Top Rated Surf Schools in Portugal
These are some of the most highly rated surf camps offering classes to beginners and intermediate levels.
Location: Cascais
Nice Way Surf Camp is located a quiet residential area of Cascais, only 5 minutes walking to the city center. This is the perfect place to enjoy the relaxed surf lifestyle of Cascais.
Connect to the mother nature in is pure form and let the Ocean evolve you and give you feelings you never experienced before. Gliding in a wave is a sensation like no other, let’s catch some waves!
Prices include transfers from the hostel to the beach (round-trip), group surf lesson, board and wetsuit and insurance. Courses are available for both beginners and intermediate surfers.
Location: Matosinhos
Matosinhos Surf Camp is a warm, friendly and cosy place where you can chill, surf and enjoy the world’s best in Matosinhos, Portugal.
Matosinhos Surf Camp not only offers excellent accommodation but also the opportunity to have surf lessons in one of the best Portuguese waves for beginners with the best professionals in town. You are guaranteed the best combination for surfing, accommodation, food, nightlife, culture, in an inspiring atmosphere in great company.
There are surf camp packages and accommodations available for everyone and you have the option to stay in our double room with private bathroom, shared dorm rooms for 4 persons or in separate apartments for families with kids or couples.
Location: Ericeira
Moka is our happy spot just outside the touristic Ericeira, a place where body and mind can find the right atmosphere to enrich themselves.
Moka’s surf school has been founded by a professional surfer and a former international judge of surf competitions. Guided by their passion and knowledge on surfing, they trained their instructors to give the most professional and efficient lessons with fun and safety in the water.
Moka is a great place to relax and improve your yoga and surfing technique. You can practice yoga in the Mongolian yurt and find tranquillity and relaxation in its simple circular space. Or if you are looking for more adrenaline you could go for a ride on our wood wave.
Enjoy the beautiful Portuguese sun in the courtyard, relax in the peaceful garden or in the lovely terrace. Furthermore and above all you’ll feel at home and share with people from everywhere the love for sport, delicious food and nature.
Location: Praia da Luz, Algarve
Jho’La Surf Camp is a top rated surf school located closest surf camp to the beautiful Luz Beach in the Algarve. Instructors are certified and very experienced that have a great pleasure in teaching.
You can learn how to surf in one of the best places in the Algarve, with the most beautiful beaches and waves. Jho’La Surf Camp is one of the most experienced and professional schools in the Algarve and can help you experience all the thrill and emotion that the Portuguese coast can offer.
Location: Aljezur, Algarve
Arrifana Surf Lodge offers comfortable surf accommodation, surf lessons and yoga packages. Situated right on the coast of Aljezur, Algarve, Portugal.
You will get awesome surf tuition, great food, comfy sleeping quarters, a relaxed atmosphere, and a whole lot of fun!
Arrifana Surf Lodge offers a range of all inclusive surfing packages to suit the total beginner or the total experienced surfer! All surfers who book courses are split into groups based on ability ensuring personalised tuition every-time!
Quinta D’anta Hotel & Surf Lodge
Location: Figueira da Foz
Quinta d’Anta is a boutique hotel that offers comfort between the countryside and the ocean. It has an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant, event organization services and many spaces to relax. It is a wellness place that embraces an active lifestyle. Quinta d’Anta is located in Figueira da Foz, between Porto and Lisbon. Choose between 1-7 day surf packages.
To find more surfing camps in Portugal visit: www.booksurfcamps.com.
