8 Days Eat, Sleep, and Experience Authentic Surfing at Top Surf Spots in Bidart, France

Facilities

The Basque Country and the southern part of the region ‘Les Landes’ are a paradise for surfers. Along the Atlantic coastline one surf spot follows the next one. From Beach break in Anglet to Reef Break in Guethary, there is always a wave to surf regardless of tide, wind, swell and season.

More spots, more surf!

With an experienced local guide, you will discover a large variety of surf spots: from the most famous to the most wild and challenging. Depending on the weather and your wishes he will drive you to the best spots. More than 50 spots are waiting for you, none further than 40 minutes! There will be a minimum of three sessions per day. Don't worry about the conditions, the parking, the way to go, the lunch facilities. Joyu Surf Shack will take care of all this, and you just enjoy the surf.

Typical day

• 08:00 Delicious Breakfast
• 09:30 Departure for the first surf session
• 10:00 - 12:00 Catching waves, as much as you can!
• 12:00 Lunch at the beach (or back to the surf shack, depends of the weather)
• 12:00 - 14:00 Siesta on the beach, or in the hammock at the surf shack
• 14:00 Second session
• 16:30 Back to the surf shack
• 17:30 Extra surf if the conditions and the motivation is there
• 20:00 Dinner

Joyu Surf Shack is located just about 700 meters from the ocean and the first surf spots are in walking distance.

Surf spots

Parlementia (Bidart)

Between Bidart and Guethary, this wave breaks on a rocky plateau. Parlamentia can be surfed at all tides and any swells. It is well known by the locals for its straight line and length and works even at big swells. Favoured by long boarders it was once the playground of a certain Miki Dora.

Les Cavaliers (Anglet)

One of the best beach breaks in southern France, the trough of this wave can be very strong. With the right swell fans of powerful barrels will fall in love with 'Les Cavaliers'.

Hossegor (Capbreton)

The southern part of “Les Landes” is home of several beach breaks, which are among the best of Europe’s: La Gravière, Les Culs Nuls, Santocha, etc. Depending on the weather, your guide will drive you to the best tubes of “Les Landes”.

Zarautz - Mundaka (Spain)

Spain’s northern coast is offering lots of little treasures which are waiting to be surfed by you . Less known than the French spots and therefore not as busy, these Spanish spots have their own charm - your guide will show them to you. Without doubt Manduka is the best lefthander barrel of Europe. Come and see for yourself.

You'll arrive on a Saturday and the dinner on Saturday evening is included. All meals are included until breakfast on the leaving Saturday, except one day in the week where you can enjoy the local cuisine (Joyu Surf Shack can give you many nice addresses) during lunch and dinner by yourself. The day off depend on the surfing conditions! This will all be discussed with you during your stay. You also have free tea and coffee available every day.

Beverages (soda, soft drink, alcoholic beverages) are not included, except water of course and fresh orange juice by the breakfast. Everything is fresh and 100% homemade, so let Joyu Surf Shack know in advance if you have any allergy or special diet. There is always an option.

Ayurvedic massages

Marko will introduce you to the wellbeing of Ayurvedic massages. Enjoy their relaxing, vitalizing and healing effects. In India, Ayurveda is part of the traditional medicine and is an essential element of daily life. Your muscles and your immunity will get reinvigorated while you will regain your body awareness. The price starts from 50 EUR.

Yoga classes

Joakim will teach you the Vinsaya Flow and Ashtanga. The love for the surf inspired Joakim to create a special course 'Yoga for surfers' which will be held every Friday. He emphasizes the spiritual part where you concentrate on your breathing and your body awareness. The course is in English and French and starts from 15 EUR.

• Shuttle service from the airport or train station
• 7 breakfast
• 5 lunch
• 6 dinner
• Free tea and coffee all day
• 7 nights accommodation in double or dormitory
• Daily shuttle service in a 4 x 4 to the best surf spots by your guide
• Up to three surf sessions per day, five days a week (one day, free time)
• Premium board rental from the top Quiver for the week
• 1 free session of "MovNat"

• Snacks
• 1 lunch
• 1 dinner
• Any other drinks than mentioned
• Wetsuits (usually around 15 EUR per day for the rental)
• Massages
• Yoga

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
• The deposit is fully refundable if the booking is cancelled up to 30 days before the arrival date.
• The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.