“A unique Algarvian surf experience”
8 Day Beginner and Intermediate Yoga and Surf Camp in Bensafrim, Lagos
Tiny Whale Surf Lodge, Lot 276 and 279, Colinas Verdes, Bensafrim, Lagos, Portugal
Yoga and Surf Done Differently in Portugal
Beginner difficulty
Maximum 24 participants
All meals included
Tiny Whale Surf believe the majority of surf holidays are broken with too many students and/or too many different levels mixed in one group. It’s not their thing to chase the ‘surfer lifestyle’. They believe surfing can feed the mind, body, and soul, and they make that rare holiday count with a personalized and holistic approach to surf coaching.
Highlights
- 5 carefully structured surfing days
- ISA Level Two coaching based on your individual surfing goals
- Daily video coaching, surf and ocean theory, and pool technique lessons
- Transport to the best beaches each day and all the surf equipment you'll need
- 7 healthy breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 5 delicious two-course dinners
- 7 nights accommodation
- 6 surf-inspired yoga sessions
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Styles
5 days with instruction
Group size: Maximum of 24 participants
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
16:00
Check-out Time:
10:00
Facilities
- Hot tub / Jacuzzi
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Table tennis
- Barbeque facilities
- Concierge desk
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Honesty bar
- Lounge
- Multilingual staff
- Special menu request
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Board rental
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ironing / ironing board
- Parking lot
- Tour assistance
Tiny Whale Surf Lodge is the perfect place to relax and forget all about work and deadlines. This is not your regular surf camp. Their cozy shared rooms, large spacious private ensuite rooms, glamping safari tents, and tiny Bird Cabins have all the facilities you'd need. Let them serve you tea and cakes after your surf, and then a pre-dinner cocktail or aperitif around our fire pit before replenishing your energy with a delicious home-cooked 2-course meal from an in-house chef.
Accommodation options
All room options come with everything you’ll need to be comfortable and rested during your stay. They include fresh linen and towels along with well-thought-of finishing touches like cozy blankets and extra cushions for that extra homely feel. Choose from a cheaper shared option and everything in between up to large ensuites.
- En Suite Rooms or A-frame Cabins: Indulge in one of the large ensuite rooms or A-frame. Single, double, twin, triple, or quad set-ups are available to suit every need.
- Private room or Bird Hide Cabins: The lodge has two private rooms andtwo private garden cabins. Single, double, and triple options are available. Bathrooms are shared with only one other room.
- Shared room: This popular option is great for single travelers. There are one female-only (max 2 guests) room and one mixed shared room (max 3 guests).
- Safari Tents: These are thick canvas tents with a comfortable homely feel. Each has electricity and use of fancy outdoor bathrooms.
Check-in
You can arrive at the lodge any time on your check-in day and make use of the communal facilities. Your room will be ready around 4 p.m. The first activity is at 6 p.m. when you have a welcome drink and a brief welcome meeting followed by a family dinner night, a great way to meet your fellow campmates and get a healthy start for the week ahead.
Check-out
Check-out on Saturday will be at 10 a.m. This is the time your rooms need to be empty so they can be prepared for the next arrivals on the same day. You are welcome to hang out at the Lodge until 5 p.m. and make use of the communal areas.
Program
Tiny Whale Surf has thought hard about the best coaching, help, and advice beginner and intermediate surfers need to make rapid progress in the sport and designed their "surfers handbook" so that together with your surf coach, you can easily measure your success and know what to focus on next. You'll receive personalized lessons in small groups, video coaching, theory sessions, in-water coaching, and a whole lot more to leave at the end of the week with a new library of surf skills and knowledge you can use for the rest of your life.
Physically, it's a packed week, but yoga sessions are designed to stretch, relax, and restore your body before the next day surfing, so you feel energized each day. This week's perfect if you're either relatively new to yoga or have a current practice that you want to continue with a high-quality instructor.
Surf coaching
This is the surf and yoga holiday that takes surf coaching seriously. You'll be coached in a small group with surfers at a similar level and lessons will be structured around their surfers handbook so you'll understand what level you're at, and what to focus on next using some fantastic coaching tools and lessons. The biggest emphasis is always on fun, but their highly qualified coaching team will make sure your surfing and surf knowledge takes a big step forward during a week spent with them.
Typical day
All equipment will be prepared for you, boards and lunch packed and ready to go. Simply pick your wetsuit size and grab your sun cream! Your instructors will take you to the best beach on that day, depending on your level, the weather, and swell conditions. Each surf day includes two lessons with a break in between for lunch.
After improving your surf skills, you’ll be transported back to the surf lodge for a deep relaxing evening yoga session to open energy lines and flush lactic acid from muscles. Wrap the day up with a healthy feast from the in-house chef whilst mingling with fellow surfers around the fire pit.
Important note:
This surf camp is only for guests 18 years old and above.
Location
The lodge is situated in a unique peaceful countryside setting near Lagos town, Portugal. Algarve is slowly being recognized as one of the world's top five surf destinations. Boasting two unbeatable coastlines, plus a variety of lakes, rivers, and lagoons, there's something to please everyone. Jaw-dropping beach locations, perfect teaching conditions, and world-class surf make this an unforgettable spot.
Surf conditions
Surf spot:
Algarve
Monthly wave size
Monthly water temperature
Food
During your stay, you will be provided with seven healthy breakfasts, five beach or lodge lunches, and five delicious two-course evening meals at the lodge, cooked by the in-house chef utilizing fresh, local produce. All diets can be catered for with prior arrangements. When you need to unwind, they also have their outdoor bar open in the evening with snacks and drinks available to purchase at the bar for a small cost.
Not included
Tuesday night dinner in Lagos. Tiny Whale Surf will take the group into the city for a reservation at a local restaurant. This evening is at your expense and totally optional.
Wednesday is your free day, we provide breakfast in the morning and after this Tiny Whale Surf encourage guests to go out for the day and explore the local area. There is no lunch and evening meal provided on this day but ask them for local restaurant recommendations.
Breakdown of meals
- Saturday - Family-style dinner at 7 p.m. As people arrive at various times Tiny Whale Surf does not provide lunch. If you arrive early they suggest heading into Lagos to enjoy one of the many cafes and restaurants
- Sunday - Breakfast, lunch (at the lodge or beach), dinner
- Monday - Breakfast, lunch (at the lodge or beach), dinner
- Tuesday - Breakfast, lunch (at the lodge or beach), dinner in Lagos! Please note This evening is at your expense and totally optional.
- Wednesday - Breakfast - as this is your resting day Tiny Whale Surf encourages guests to go and explore the local area and try many of the restaurants and cafes Lagos and surrounding areas offer! Let them know if you would like any recommendations. Please note there is no dinner included this evening.
- Thursday - Breakfast, lunch (at the lodge or beach), dinner
- Friday - Breakfast, lunch (at the lodge or beach), BBQ night
- Saturday - Breakfast - Tiny Whale Surf does not provide lunch. If you stay late, they suggest heading to Lagos to enjoy one of the many cafes and restaurants.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Pescatarian
- Lactose Free
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
- Deep tissue massage
- Physiotherapy session
- Wine tasting
- Extra surf lesson
- Stand up paddle boarding
- Wakeboarding
What's included
- 6 carefully planned surf focused yoga sessions guaranteed to restore, refresh, and energise
- 5 carefully structured days of surf coaching with our qualified coaches based on your individual surfing goals
- Your own surf coach for the week, teaching in a 1 to 4 coach to student ratio or less
- All the surf equipment you'll need along with transport to the best beaches
- Daily video coaching or surf theory sessions with your surfing footage & images to keep at the end
- 2 surf skate sessions
- 7 nights accommodation of your choice - forget surf camps & think luxury ski chalet!
- 7 healthy breakfasts and 5 beach picnics for your surf days at the beach
- 5 delicious 2-course evening meals at our lodge from our in-house chef
- Wi-Fi available in all rooms
- Daily tea, coffee, and cakes back at the lodge after your surf sessions
- Use of all surf lodge facilities including pool, jacuzzi, garden & the Tiny Whale hosts on hand
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Tuesday evening in Lagos, dinner at a local restaurant at your own expense.
- Wednesday, no lunch or dinner is provided
How to get there
Recommended Airports
FAO
Faro Airport
65 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Faro Airport (FAO). Transfer from and to this airport is not included in the package, but can be arranged for an extra cost.
Transportation from and to this airport has the following options:
- Private taxi (up to a group of four people): 109 EUR each way
- Private mini bus (up to a group of eight people): 129 EUR each way
Please take notice that if you bring your own board, you will be required to book a spot for the private mini bus.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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