8 Day Refreshing Surf Camp in Baleal Beach, Peniche, Portugal

Facilities

Peniche was once an island. Nowadays, the stretch of land (mostly sand) that connects it to the mainland is the only place where you won't find waves. In 20 minutes, you can check several surf spots of opposite wind directions and different swell exposure. It is perfect and extraordinarily special, that's for sure, thus making the local surfers and visitors feel spoiled. A surf resort like this doesn't come by easy, nor do surf holidays get so productive as here. And how can one not mention the famous World Tour event or the prestigious Rip Curl?

Peniche is a peninsula surrounded by waves, which always has a surf spot with the offshore wind, with beautiful and organized waves, ready to be enjoyed by the surfers who know where to find them. Besides being the most consistent place to surf in Portugal and Europe, Peniche and especially Baleal, have the laid-back style which is so characteristic to Portugal and to the Portuguese people. Also, due to all the international visitors and residents, Baleal is like the surf city within the surf capital, which Peniche has become nowadays. But don't worry, it's still a lovely village where life goes as slow or as fast as you wish. The surf possibilities are immense, almost endless, so don't stress about the crowd at the more obvious surf spots. There are always several alternatives which Alex will show you.

In addition to all of its natural beauty, Peniche has the great advantage of concentrating so many good surf spots in such a short distance, making your daily search for the best surf spot much easier than anywhere else in Portugal or Europe. Less energy and time (and money, of course) is spent looking for waves, and more time surfing them. You will find waves of all degrees of difficulty, which translates into a flavor for everyone. It's definitely a year-round surfing destination, be it challenging Supertubos, Lagide, Cantinho da Baa, Almagreira, etc, you name it. It's a given that you'll find a suitable wave for your surfing to progress.

Besides the surfing, there is much more to enjoy in the Peniche area, starting with the amazing food, recognized worldwide, especially the fish, so fresh and tasty. If the daily catch doesn't faze you in a good manner, surely the great nightlife will. The diversity of the origin of the international partygoers makes for a very interesting mix, to say the least. But don't be scared if this sounds too intense. You can get as relaxed and undisturbed as possible if that is your wish, be it hitting the golf course or going for a stroll around a close-by lagoon, the possibilities are endless.

The growing local surfing community is mostly made of visiting surfers that just can't find the strength to leave. You too will quickly find out why Peniche is quite the opposite of a one-day stopover, a must for any traveling surfer in the know. Of course, if you want to sample a different culture and food offered, besides the ones in the regional area, you are still close to Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal, rightfully named the most interesting city in Europe.

In a nutshell, Peniche is the Portuguese (and European, for that matter) surf capital. A peninsula (more like an island) where you can surf pretty much every single day of the year due to the privileged geography of the region, with consistent conditions to learn or improve your surfing. So, great food, great nightlife, history, scuba diving, people, golf courses, take your pick. All of it at reasonable prices for a developed country, known for its great weather, fish, and relaxed people. So unless you're against having a good time, this is a place you should seriously consider.

Distances

• Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS), 90 kilometers / 60 miles
• Several surf spots - 20 minutes
• The Island of Berlenga, 6 miles

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Alex Surf Hostel has a great barbecue area at the back of the hostel and a normal kitchen inside so you'll have plenty of cooking options. The necessary ingredients for cooking your meals and drinks are not included. Please note that meals are not included.

• Bathe at the beautiful beaches
• Boat trip to visit the island of Berlenga
• Enjoy the traditional open space market at Caldas da Rainha
• Go-karts
• Golf
• Party at the cool surf bars
• Play tennis
• Ride a bike
• Sample the great food and wine
• Snorkeling
• Visit Lisbon to checkout a different nightlife
• Visit the old castle town of Bidos and its famous Ginja de Bidos (a natural handmade sour cherry liqueur of unique quality, which you can sample in tasty, little chocolate cups)
• Walk around

Event at Supertubos

Supertubos is the Portuguese Pipeline. This event is quite a show and gives you the opportunity to see the world's best elite surfers battling it off in heavy tubes just a few meters from the spectators.

• 5 days of surf lessons
• 2 surf sessions daily (2 hours per lesson)
• Video sessions under request
• Surfboard and wetsuit matching your surf level
• Free use of surfboard and wetsuit the days of the lessons
• Presentation of the coastal area of Peniche
• Highly experienced surf teacher and insurance
• 7 nights' accommodation

• Airport transfers from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
• Meals
• Drinks

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid 15 days before arrival.