8 Day Surfing, Yoga, Healthy Food and Epic Vibes - Your Unforgettable Trip to the Portuguese Coast

Located near Porto and surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, you’ll spend your days riding waves, exploring the coastline, and connecting with like-minded people. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced surfer, this will be your chance to embrace the surf lifestyle, relax in nature, and create memories that will last a lifetime!

There, you'll find more than epic waves and stunning empty beaches - you'll become part of a welcoming community of passionate surfers, making new friends in a relaxed and authentic atmosphere that feels like home.

Along the way, you'll not only enjoy Yume Surfcamps' chef's culinary delights, with wine and cheese evenings under the stars on the beach, but you'll also have the chance to explore vibrant cities like Porto or Lisbon.

Evolve your surfing

Ride the wave and experience the thrill of surfing with Yume Surfcamps! Catch your first wave or improve your turns. Their instructors offer personalized coaching for all levels in a fun and supportive environment.

At Yume Surfcamps, you’ll be guided by highly skilled instructors who combine years of surfing expertise, competitive experience, and professional training. All of their surf instructors are certified surf coaches and lifeguards who meet the highest legal and safety standards, ensuring that you're always in good hands.

Classes are kept small, with a maximum of six to eight participants per group, depending on the level. This allows the instructors to provide personalized coaching tailored to your needs. Lessons are conducted in English, but as many of the instructors are multilingual, there’s a good chance that you can be taught in your native language.

Yume Surfcamps' instructors carefully assess daily surf conditions to choose the best spot with the ideal waves for your level, creating a safe and supportive learning environment. With their expertise, you’ll develop essential skills while having a lot of fun, whether you're catching your first wave or mastering more advanced techniques.

They offer surfboards and all the essential equipment for their guests. Their selection includes a variety of softboards ranging from 6.0 to 9.0 feet. There's no need to bring your own unless you have a specific board in mind. Additionally, Yume Surfcamps provides high-quality wetsuits: C-Skins (3/4) in sizes XS to XXL.

Beginner lesson

If you're new to surfing or haven’t surfed in a long time, Yume Surfcamps' beginner course is the perfect place to start.

What you will learn:

• Paddle and catch a wave
• Stand up on the board and maintain the balance
• Position yourself correctly in the water
• Important safety protocols
• Understand the ocean better

Intermediate lesson

If you’ve already taken several surf lessons, feel confident in white water, and have mastered the basics like paddling, standing up, and catching waves, then the intermediate course is the perfect next step.

What you will learn:

• Choosing the right waves and knowing where to position on the line-up
• Timing your take-off on unbroken waves
• Steering your board and generating speed
• Executing duck dives and improving maneuverability
• Trying turns and other maneuvers

Yoga: The perfect balance

Yoga is an amazing way to enhance strength, flexibility, and breath control - key components for riding waves with confidence. It perfectly complements surfing by helping you improve overall body awareness and balance, both on and off the board.

This is why all of Yume Surfcamps' packages include free daily yoga sessions, wherein certified instructors will guide you through each session. These sessions are set in serene outdoor spaces, allowing you to connect with nature while refining your practice.

Yoga also promotes faster recovery after long surf days, ensuring that you're ready to paddle out each morning. It's the perfect way to keep your body and mind in harmony throughout your stay.

Highlights

• Surf coaching for all levels - Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, Yume Surfcamps' experienced instructors will help you progress.
• Glamping by the beach - Stay in stylish and cozy tents just minutes from the ocean.
• Delicious meals included - Fresh, healthy, and locally sourced food to fuel your surf sessions.
• Vibrant community - Connect with like-minded people, share stories, and create unforgettable memories.
• Surrounded by nature - Experience the beauty of Praia de Mira, with stunning beaches, forests, and lakes.
• More than surfing - Join yoga sessions, funky bingo, paint and sip, and beach games for the ultimate experience.
• Eco-friendly and sustainable - Yume Surfcamps cares for nature and integrate sustainability into everything they do.

Schedule

• Breakfast - Wake up to fresh ocean air, enjoy a healthy breakfast, and get ready for the waves.
• Surf session #1 - Head to the beach for your first surf session, guided by experienced instructors.
• Beach hangout and lunch - Relax in the sun, grab a snack, and soak up the good vibes with fellow surfers.
• Adventure and activities - Explore the coastline, play beach volleyball, enjoy surfskate lessons, or discover hidden spots nearby.
• Surf session #2 - Improve your skills and catch more waves in the afternoon session.
• Chill and connect - Unwind at camp, enjoy a cold drink, and share stories with new friends.
• Sunset magic - Watch the sun dip into the ocean, creating the perfect golden hour moment.
• Dinner - Every day, Yume Surfcamps' chef creates delicious meals using the finest local ingredients. They offer both vegetarian options and dishes with meat. Dive into a culinary experience that combines vibrant flavours, fresh produce, and a touch of creativity to make every bite memorable.
• Evening fun - Join Yume Surfcamps for funky bingo, paint and sip sessions, beach games, and more for unforgettable evenings filled with laughter and good vibes!