Name: 8 Day Yoga and SUP Camp near Lagos, Algarve
Brand: Kite School Portugal
Rating: 8.6 (11 reviews)

Accommodation

Your accommodation is at The Ocean Spirits Lodge in Burgau. A place where watersports enthusiasts of all kinds meet, a place where you can relax and feel at home as soon as you step foot on the doorstep. At the Ocean Spirits Lodge, they will take care of everything and plan your activities for you so you can focus on meeting new friends, experiencing your favorite, or learning a new watersport and relaxing in the hammock with nothing to distract your mind.

This peaceful accommodation is located in Burgau, a small and calm little village just outside of the main tourist spots with a nice little beach and plenty of amazing restaurants. No matter if you are looking for authentic Portuguese cuisine, tapas, or pizza. In Burgau, you find the right meal for everyone without feeling like one of a thousand tourists. As you will be picked up for all your activities you do not need your own car unless you feel like exploring the beautiful Algarve on your own or driving up to one of the amazing beaches of the west coast.

For all shorter travels, you can rent one of the bicycles from the lodge for free. If you feel like shaking your hips and going for a night out in Lagos it is only ten minutes away with a taxi. Come and join in Burgau and become a part of The Ocean Spirits family! The lodge has a luxury dorm with weight bunk beds which is perfect for budget and solo travelers who like to mingle with like-minded ones, two suites with upcycled palette wood interiors, and queen-sized beds for royal naps. If you are seeking a little bit more luxury you also have the possibility to book one of the three suites with a balcony, so you have your own private outside area.

Program

The SUP lessons and tours take you on a hike along the picturesque coastline of Lagos and the Algarve - only that this hike takes place on the water. All of the different tours are accompanied by a qualified instructor who knows every single stone on the cliffs and in the water. Every tour includes a lesson and transportation to and from each spot. The yoga lessons take place in the yoga garden just behind the house.

A place surrounded by nature to get some distance from all electronic devices and the distractions of your everyday life. Some days the yoga instructors can even take you guys to the beach so you can enjoy the beautiful sunrise and sea breeze while practicing yoga. There is no better start to the day. Please take note this program is designed for all levels of surfers from 14 to 75 years old.

The spots

SUP Grottoes and secret beach tour Lagos

Arguably the single most impressive SUP tour you can do in Portugal. While all the mainstream tourists go to the Benagil caves the true connoisseurs come to discover your secret grottoes in Lagos. The dramatic cliffs, pinnacles, hidden beaches, and grotto caves around Lagos are as scenic as it gets. The hosts have an early bird approach: the golden light just after sunrise is magic, and there are minimal crowds. On-demand, they can also offer a sunset tour, but only if there is not too much wind in the afternoon.

SUP lake tour

Barragem de Bravura is the name of the beautiful lake where you will do this unique SUP tour at. The calm and clear freshwater lake is the perfect spot for stand-up paddle beginners, families with kids, and people who do not feel comfortable in the open sea. Once you feel confident with your paddling skills you will realize the stunning nature around you. This tour lets you explore the green heart of the Algarve while getting a good workout for your whole body. Bring some empty water bottles to fill up in the lake. The water is the clearest freshwater in the area!

SUP river tour

On this tour, you will head to the beautiful Rio de Aljesur where you will start in the green and flourishing nature. Paddling along that river is a great way to start with stand-up paddleboarding as there are no waves at all and the water is nice and clear. If you are lucky and the conditions allow, you can even try your skills in tiny waves close to the shore at the river mouth or you can play around a bit by trying some SUP-yoga or just jumping into the refreshing water.

Included excursions

You will hike along the cliffs during your free time.

Instructors

Benny

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Benny is an instructor at Kite School Portugal. He is a certified surf instructor and yoga teacher. He is ready to welcome you in Portugal. His certifications include VDWS Kiteschool management course (VDWS International), VDWS instructor supervisor (VDWS International), VDWS SUP instructor (VDWS International), ASI surf instructor level I (Academy Surfing Instructors), Surfing Instructor Water Safety Rescue Award (Academy Surfing Instructors), 200-hour yoga teacher certified by International Yoga Alliance, lifeguard (German Lifeguard DRDS Silber Abzeichen), and first aid certification.

Location

The surf camp will take place in Algarve, Portugal. It is close enough to the buzzing tourist hotspot Lagos, but far enough to enjoy the relaxed vibe of nature. It has excellent kitesurfing, surfing, and SUP spots in all directions. The Southwest Algarve is a very special place for all kinds of water sports and tours. Located on the tip of land between the South-facing and West-facing coast around Sagres and Lagos, there are always different wind and swell directions just around the corner.

No matter what activity you want to do, kitesurfing lessons, surfing, or SUP in Lagos, the perfect conditions are usually just a short drive away. The rough scenery and unspoiled nature are breathtaking. This region has one of the biggest and best-preserved coastlines in Europe. Some of the most beautiful places are only accessible by water, which makes it extremely exciting to explore this region on top of a SUP board or under a kite.

Sandy beaches, crystalline lagoons, flat waters, and fun waves make it the perfect location for your surfing holiday. The place is located just in the middle of buzzing Lagos and secluded nature places. The nearest beach is only 700 meters away from the accommodation. Supermarkets, ATMs, restaurants, and several bars are just around the corner.

Distances

Nearby beach, 700 meters

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Surf conditions

Surf spot:

Algarve

Monthly wave size

Best months for beginner surfers

Best months for intermediate surfers

Best months for advanced surfers

Monthly water temperature

Monthly recommended wetsuit

Features

Activities

Boating
Diving
Fishing
Hiking
Hot spring
Kayaking
Kitesurfing
Massage
Sailing
Snorkeling
Surfing
Wave boarding
Wine tasting

General

Balcony
Beach
Dining area
Garden
Hammock
Kitchen
Yoga studio

Services

Bicycle rental
Board rental
Free Wi-Fi
Tour assistance

Food

You can also buy your own meals as there are many restaurants within walking distance where you can try Mediterranean, Indian, and Italian meals or the famous local fish.

Things to do (optional)

Massages

Standup paddleboard (SUP) yoga

Combining yoga and SUP is an interesting variation of a normal yoga lesson. The unsteady surface of the SUP will add an extra challenge to your normal yoga exercises. The location of this class will depend on the weather conditions as you want a calmer water surface. The experienced SUP and yoga instructor will guide you through this lesson and make sure you will enjoy all parts of this experience to the fullest.

What's included

3 yoga lessons
River SUP tour
Lake SUP tour
Secret beach and cave SUP tour
Hiking along the cliffs in your free time
7 nights accommodation

What's not included

Airfare
Airport transfers
Equipment rental
Optional activities
Meals
Personal expenses

How to get there

Recommended Airports

FAO

Faro Airport

71 km

Transfer not provided

Cancellation Policy

A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
The rest of the payment should be paid 6 days before arrival.

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