Full-Day Surf Lessons with South Adventures in Portugal
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have a reasonable level of fitness to paddle and balance over extended periods.
Overview
South Adventures offers a full-day surfing adventure along Portugal’s iconic coast, with expert instructors and all gear included. Perfect for beginners or seasoned surfers, their lessons bring you to prime spots like Guincho and Costa da Caparica with seamless transport.
Surf Lesson Full-Day (with transportation)
2 Hours • Highly qualified teachers! • Price per person • Lessons from beginners to advanced!
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of surfing with our expert instructors in stunning locations like Guincho and Costa da Caparica. Our 7-hour lessons cater to all skill levels, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment. Enjoy personalized attention, all necessary gear, and the flexibility of private or group sessions for unforgettable surf adventures.
Lessons will take place in the best locations and safest conditions!
Duration
7 Hours
About Our Surf School
If you want to learn or improve your surf skills, here we are. Our surf school offers you lessons for all levels and ages, from beginners to advanced.
With our friendly, highly qualified and certified surf teachers you will learn how to surf the right way in a safe learning environment.
The surf lessons can take place in Guincho, Carcavelos or Costa da Caparica, our Base, according to the best and safer conditions.
Apart from the normal group lessons and private lessons, we also provide surf guiding and surf events such as anniversaries, bachelor parties, team building and equipment rentals.
Includes
- 2x 2 hour lesson (full day)
- All gear (surboard, leash and wetsuit)
- Transportation from pick-up point (Please check below the pick-up point)
- Sports insurance
- Available all year NOTES
- The pick-up times are dependable on lessons time (wave and tide conditions)
Important info
Please beware that this is a weather and sea dependent activity. Conditions at sea might affect starting times and the location. The location will be communicated to you the day before the experience.
Adventure Tips
Check the tide and swell forecasts
Optimal wave conditions vary daily, so confirm timing to get the best surfing experience.
Wear sunscreen even on cloudy days
The reflective ocean surface intensifies UV exposure during extended surf sessions.
Listen closely to your instructor’s safety briefings
Understanding currents and wave behavior is crucial for a safe surf day.
Bring a change of clothes and towel
After hours in the wetsuit, fresh clothes make the ride home comfortable.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- European shags frequent nearby rocks
- Dolphins occasionally spotted offshore
History
Costa da Caparica has been a surfing hub since the 1970s, contributing to Portugal’s vibrant coastal culture.
Conservation
South Adventures emphasizes sustainable practices such as using reef-friendly sunscreen and minimizing disturbance to dune ecosystems.
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Adventure Hotspots in Lisbon
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm and protected in cooler water temperatures.
fall|winter|spring specific
Board wax
Improves grip on the surfboard when needed.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects your skin while minimizing environmental impact.
summer|spring|fall specific
Waterproof bag
Keeps belongings dry during transport and on the beach.