What is the minimum age?

Minimum age is 14; participants under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who remains present.

Is equipment included?

Yes—wetsuit and board are included, and instructors provide guidance on fit and safety.

How long is the lesson and total trip?

The surf lesson is about 2.5 hours and the total door-to-door outing, including pickup, runs around 4–4.5 hours depending on beach selection.

Do I need to be a strong swimmer?

You should have basic swimming ability and be comfortable in open water; instructors assess ability before entering and adapt progressions.

What happens if conditions are unsafe?

Lessons may be moved or cancelled for safety; you’ll be offered a full refund or a gift voucher if the school cancels due to conditions.

Yes—pickup is available; exact pickup time and meeting point are confirmed the day of the activity via WhatsApp or email.

Sunset Surf Lesson on Algarve Golden Hour Beaches | Surf | Water Activities

Adventure Brief

Learn to surf on Algarve’s warm, low-traffic evening breaks with certified local coaches. This sunset lesson in Lagos combines gentle waves, full kit, pick-up service and small groups to give beginners a safe, cinematic first ride during golden hour.

Surf lesson 2.5 hours; total outing 4–4.5 hours (including transfer/pickup)

easy

From €73.41

On the western end of the Algarve, in Lagos, Portugal, the coast lights up each evening with a warm, slow sun that stretches the cliffs and polishes the surf. The Sunset Surf Lesson – Algarve Golden Hour Experience is a two-and-a-half-hour beginner session (part of a roughly 4.5-hour door-to-door outing with pickup available) that places first-time surfers into soft, forgiving waves as the sky turns gold. Instructors are locally certified and keep groups small, prioritizing safety, ocean awareness and personal progression. Students start with a concise beach briefing and warm-up before moving into guided water drills—paddling technique, pop-up timing and wave selection—then transition quickly into riding practice with hands-on coaching from the water. All equipment is provided, including wetsuit and board, and instructors adjust the beach based on wind, swell and tide to find the gentlest shorebreak. The reward is learning to stand up on a real wave just as the sun slips toward the horizon, a light that flattens the sea and makes even modest rides feel cinematic. What sets this session apart is timing and local knowledge. The Algarve’s coastline around Lagos is carved from layered limestone and sandstone, with sheltered coves and sculpted cliffs that moderate wind and create surfable beach breaks near Praia da Luz and other nearby spots. Fewer crowds at sunset and a coach-to-student ratio that never exceeds safety limits mean rapid feedback and repeat attempts until you stick a pop-up. Practical details matter: pick-up times vary by slot and are confirmed by message the day of your lesson; minimum age is 14 and participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult who remains present. The school enforces rash vests or ID shirts, swimsafety standards and a medical waiver. Weather and sea conditions can change plans—lessons may be moved or refunded when the ocean is unsafe—and common-sense fitness and swimming ability are required. This is a great choice for solo travelers, friends and families who want a beginner-oriented, locally guided surf introduction that doubles as an Algarve sunset outing. Beyond the lesson you can explore nearby cliff viewpoints, rent kit at the Praia da Luz shop, or linger for a seafood meal with views of the same surf you learned on. For first-time surfers chasing a manageable wave and a golden-hour memory, this lesson packages instruction, logistics and local insight into one accessible seaside evening. Bring a reasonable level of fitness, a basic swimming competence and an open attitude; expect instructors to tailor progressions so most beginners stand on a board during the session, and remember that the soft light of sunset both hides mistakes and makes small achievements feel monumental—perfect for learning, photos and wiping salt from your grin afterward with celebration.

About Salty Wave Surf School

Salty Wave Surf School is a surf school based in Lagos, Faro, in the Algarve region of Portugal. The school offers a range of surf experiences including one-day lessons, private lessons for individuals and families, multi-day progression courses, and equipment rental through its Rent and Ride option. Local instructors provide structured coaching focused on safety, technique, and progression suited to beginners and intermediate surfers.

Programs include 1 Day Algarve Surf Experience, 2 Days Algarve Surf Experience, 3 Days Algarve Surf Experience, 4 Days Algarve Surf Experience, 3 days mini course, 4 Days Progress Course, 5 Days full course, and surf safaris and private sessions. Each session emphasizes small groups or one-on-one coaching, modern equipment, and on-site briefings about local conditions and beach safety. The school operates from Lagos, offering access to varied beach breaks along the Faro coastline known for reliable swells and scenic surroundings.

Salty Wave Surf School works with local knowledge and practical instruction to build confidence on the water. Booking options accommodate beginners looking for their first wave as well as returning surfers aiming to refine technique. Clear safety protocols, tailored feedback, and progressive lesson plans support consistent improvement. The school presents factual, location-specific experiences that combine practical skill development, ocean awareness, and the local surf culture. For travellers seeking organized, instructor-led surf experiences in the Algarve, Salty Wave Surf School provides focused lessons, multi-day progression courses, and flexible rental options. Sessions are available year-round with bookings adaptable to tides, weather, and individual learning goals and schedules.