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Spend a full day surfing the Atlantic breaks at Costa da Caparica and finishing with a wine tasting in Setúbal. This guided combo pairs a 2-hour surf lesson with coastal viewpoints, fresh seafood, and a historic cellar tasting.
Spend a full day surfing the Atlantic breaks at Costa da Caparica and finishing with a wine tasting in Setúbal. This guided combo pairs a 2-hour surf lesson with coastal viewpoints, fresh seafood, and a historic cellar tasting.
Salt air and Atlantic swell open the day as you meet at the Lisbon Zoo and head south toward the endless break of Costa da Caparica. The road unwinds past river mouths and fossil cliffs; the ocean smells of kelp and possibility. On the sand the surf instructor sizes you up, hands you a board and wetsuit, and the Tagus pushes a steady rhythm against the shore — waves that can be playful or insistently corrective depending on the set.
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Operated by Get Stoked · Lisbon, Lisbon
Salt air and Atlantic swell open the day as you meet at the Lisbon Zoo and head south toward the endless break of Costa da Caparica. The road unwinds past river mouths and fossil cliffs; the ocean smells of kelp and possibility. On the sand the surf instructor sizes you up, hands you a board and wetsuit, and the Tagus pushes a steady rhythm against the shore — waves that can be playful or insistently corrective depending on the set.
Geology here is visible: the protected fossil cliffs of Caparica reveal ancient shorelines while the Arrábida range, a limestone spine across the estuary, frames views toward Setúbal. Fishing culture remains alive in the small coastal villages; later, tastings in a historic Setúbal cellar put local Moscatel and red blends in context with maritime gastronomy.
Expect a practical, full-day flow: 2-hour guided surf coaching (beginners welcome if comfortable swimming), a seaside lunch of fresh fish, and an afternoon transfer to Arrábida for panoramic stops and a cellar tasting. Weather and sea conditions dictate the session; instructors adapt teaching to the tide and your skill level.
Prepare for wind, sun and cold water — layers that dry fast, a well-fitting wetsuit, and steady hydration are essential. Bring a small dry bag for cameras and change of clothes. If you’re chasing technique, request optional video footage to review your pop-up and stance. The day balances active ocean time with the slow, deliberate pleasure of Portuguese wine and coastline views.
moderate.
8 hours.
Moderate fitness; should be able to swim confidently and handle repeated pop-ups and paddling in shoulder-to-head high surf
No — beginners are welcome, but you must be comfortable swimming in open ocean waves and able to follow instructor safety guidance.
Meet at the Lisbon Zoo main entrance; transport is included and returns to the same meeting point at the end of the tour.
The operator monitors conditions and will reschedule or refund if unsafe; alternatives or different dates are offered when possible.
Bottled water and a wine tasting (two wines) are included; a fish-based lunch in a local village is typically available but check whether it’s included or pay-as-you-go.
The fossil cliffs of Costa da Caparica are part of a protected landscape that preserves ancient marine terraces; Setúbal has a long winemaking history, famed for Moscatel dating to the 18th century.
Arrábida Natural Park and Caparica Protected Landscape are regulated to limit development and protect habitats — stick to trails and avoid trampling dunes and cliffside vegetation.
Get Stoked operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Salt air and Atlantic swell open the day as you meet at the Lisbon Zoo and head south toward the endless break of Costa da Caparica. The road unwinds past river mouths and fossil cliffs; the ocean smells of kelp and possibility. On the sand the surf instructor sizes you up, hands you a board and wetsuit, and the Tagus pushes a steady rhythm against the shore — waves that can be playful or insistently corrective depending on the set.
Salt air and Atlantic swell open the day as you meet at the Lisbon Zoo and head south toward the endless break of Costa da Caparica. The road unwinds past river mouths and fossil cliffs; the ocean smells of kelp and possibility. On the sand the surf instructor sizes you up, hands you a board and wetsuit, and the Tagus pushes a steady rhythm against the shore — waves that can be playful or insistently corrective depending on the set.
Geology here is visible: the protected fossil cliffs of Caparica reveal ancient shorelines while the Arrábida range, a limestone spine across the estuary, frames views toward Setúbal. Fishing culture remains alive in the small coastal villages; later, tastings in a historic Setúbal cellar put local Moscatel and red blends in context with maritime gastronomy.
Expect a practical, full-day flow: 2-hour guided surf coaching (beginners welcome if comfortable swimming), a seaside lunch of fresh fish, and an afternoon transfer to Arrábida for panoramic stops and a cellar tasting. Weather and sea conditions dictate the session; instructors adapt teaching to the tide and your skill level.
Prepare for wind, sun and cold water — layers that dry fast, a well-fitting wetsuit, and steady hydration are essential. Bring a small dry bag for cameras and change of clothes. If you’re chasing technique, request optional video footage to review your pop-up and stance. The day balances active ocean time with the slow, deliberate pleasure of Portuguese wine and coastline views.