ONE WEEK IMMERSED IN NATURE

Surf the best spots of the Costa Vicentina & sleep between the trees.

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WHERE?

ARRIFANA‍
Algarve, Portugal
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Close to the surfing beaches of Arrifana and Monte Clerigo, the eco-glamping is on the quiet and natural west coast of the Algarve. Comfort, right in the middle of a Natural Reserve.

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WHEN?

SUMMER / AUTUMN
September 2024

Consistent swells hit Portugal year-round and with the option to check both the west and south facing coasts, there is always a rideable wave for your level.

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WHAT?

RETREAT IN NATURE
Surf and disconnect

A week surfing long sandy beaches and discovering the beautiful Costa Vicentina. Sleep under the trees, reconnect with nature and make surf friends for a lifetime.

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PERFECT FOR?

ALL LEVELS
Nature lovers

Learn to surf or progress your skills in Portugal. If you already know your way in the water, join the Surf Explorer and score the best waves for your
level!

Surf the best spots, improve and explore Southern Portugal
Leave stress behind and fully unwind in nature
Arrifana, Monte Clérigo and Amoreira: 3 incredible spots a short drive from the camp
"Surf Lessons" for beginners:
Catch your first waves and improve your skills with the best local instructors
"Surf Explore" for intermediates: surf guiding to the best spots and video analysis
Two surf sessions per day
for surfers of all levels
Unwind in the camp after a long day of surfing
Experience the stunning beauty of the Costa Vicentina
Back in nature, without giving up the comforts of home
Sleep under the trees in comfortable and cozy glamping tents
Sleep in between the trees, in the new stunning treehouse
Hikes, live music, sunset picnics on the cliffs and more
Spend a week in a place with incredible vibes
Explore the Algarve
with the Tribe
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THE PACKAGES

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Enjoy the nature, surf the best surf spots of the Algarve and unwind under the trees at our eco-glamping.

Surf Lessons

FOR BEGINNERS

€849per person 

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  • Accommodation & breakfasts

  • 3x special dinners

  • 10 surf lessons (two sessions per day)

  • Surf equipment & transfers included

    Sunset hike, cliffs picnic and more

Surf Explorer

FOR INTERMEDIATES +

€989per person

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  • Accommodation & breakfasts

  • 3x special dinners

  • 6 full days of surf guiding

  • 2x Video analysis

    Sunset hike, cliffs picnic and more

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If you're a confident surfer looking to  score, join the Surf Explorer. We are not restricted by schedules: every day we follow the tides and the winds to score the best conditions for your level – with a small group of friends in the line-up with you. Learn more!

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Enjoy the nature, surf the best surf spots of the Algarve and unwind under the trees at our eco-glamping.

Surf Lessons

FOR BEGINNERS +

from €849per person

GET FREE QUOTATION
  • Accommodation & breakfasts

  • 3x special dinners

  • 10 surf lessons (two sessions per day)

  • Surf equipment & transfers included

    Sunset hike, cliffs picnic and more

Surf Explorer

FOR INTERMEDIATES +

from €989per person

GET FREE QUOTATION
  • Accommodation & breakfasts

  • 3x special dinners

  • 6 full days of surf guiding

  • 2x Video analysis

    Sunset hike, cliffs picnic and more

WHAT'S THE SURF EXPLORER?

If you're a confident surfer looking to  score, join the Surf Explorer. We are not restricted by schedules: every day we follow the tides and the winds to score the best conditions for your level – with a small group of friends in the line-up with you.  Learn more!

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THE EXPERIENCE

IMPROVE YOUR SURFING

Stand up on your first waves or improve your surfing with an experienced local surf school. If you're an intermediate / advanced surfer, join the Surf Explorer and score the best conditions with a small group of friends in the line-up with you. Video analysis for progression for all levels!

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IMMERSE IN NATURE

Stay in an eco-sustainable glamping, in the middle of the forest. Relax with an after-surfing yoga session & enjoy a movie night with friends or a jam session in the forest. Find your place for winding down or socializing.

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WAVES FOR ALL LEVELS

With 3 different surf spots a short drive away and plenty of other options on both the west and south-facing coasts, we will always find a wave perfectly suited for your progression. Visit in Summer for gentler waves and in Autumn for more swell.

Discover some of the best surf spots in Southern Portugal.

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THE COSTA VICENTINA

Situated in the hearth of the Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina, the area around Arrifana is home to one stunning sight after another.

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YOGA OUTDOORS

Yoga is the perfect companion for a surfing routine. Stretch, activate your body and prevent injuries.
Choose to join one or more yoga classes* right at the glamping, on the beautiful wooden deck nestled under the trees.

* Yoga classes are €10 - €15, depending on the teacher.

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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW

Have questions about our surf trip? We've got all the answers you need.
Read our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

You can also get in touch directly via e-mail or WhatsApp.

Required surf level

This surf trip is open for beginners, intermediate and advanced surfers.

You need no prior surfing experience to participate in this surf trip.

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Price & package

Surf Lessons Package

  • 7 nights accommodation at the glamping
  • 10 surf lessons (two sessions per day)
  • Surf equipment included
  • Transfer to the surf spots
  • All healthy buffet breakfasts
  • 1 x The Surf Tribe dinner
  • 1 x dinner (vegan or vegi options) at the camp
  • Sunset excursion picnic to the cliffs with beers & fresh snacks
  • Transfer from/to Aljezur bus station
  • Usage of all the common areas of the camp
  • 24/7 staff on the spot
  • The Surf Tribe t-shirt
  • 10% discount on the Sun Tribe natural sunscreen products

Price per week per person: from € 849

Surf Explorer Package

  • 7 nights accommodation at the glamping
  • All healthy buffet breakfasts
  • 1 x The Surf Tribe dinner
  • 1 x dinner (vegan or vegi options) at the camp
  • Sunset excursion picnic to the cliffs with beers & fresh snacks
  • 6 full days surf guiding with the surf tribe
  • Transfers to the best surf spots according to your level
  • 2 video analysis sessions
  • Local spot knowledge lesson
  • Coaching tips from the beach and from the water
  • Surf videos (and photos, if available) included and provided at the end of the week
  • Transfer from/to Aljezur bus station
  • Usage of all the common areas of the camp
  • 24/7 staff on the spot
  • The Surf Tribe t-shirt
  • 10% discount on the Sun Tribe natural sunscreen products

Price per week per person: from € 929

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Available Weeks

SUMMER / AUTUMN 2024

31 August - 07 September 2024
07 September - 14 September 2024
14 September - 21 September 2024
21 September - 28 September 2024
28 September - 05 October 2024

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Aljezur, Portugal

How to get there?

Flying to Lisbon is the easiest way to get to the Glamping.

From Lisbon (Sete Rios bus station) there are daily direct buses to and from Aljezur (3.5h drive). You can find the times and schedules and book your ticket on the Rede Expressos website.

To catch the bus from Lisbon comfortably, we recommend you land in Lisbon before 14:00 on arrival day and fly out of Lisbon after 16:00 on departure day. From the Aljezur bus station, transfer to the Glamping is included in every package.

If you are flying to Faro Airport, you can either reach Aljezur by bus (no direct buses available) or book a private transfer from/to Faro Airport with Yellowfish.

We always recommend to rent your own car if you'd like more flexibility to explore the Algarve during your week: Rentalcars.com.

The Glamping is located in the municipality of Aljezur, in Picão – a short drive from Arrifana beach.

If you need help or have any other questions just let us know.

What is not included?

  • Flights to and from Portugal are not included in the price. Let us know if you need help finding your flight.
  • Wetsuit + surfboard rental are not included in the surf Explorer package and if you're an intermediate surfer and have the chance we recommend traveling with your own equipment. If you need to rent equipment get in touch and we'll sort it out for you. Prices vary depending on the type of surfboard needed.
  • Yoga classes. You can join morning or afternoon yoga sessions during the week. Price per class is €10-15, depending on the teacher.
  • Everything that is not expressly mentioned in the "Price & Package" section.

Surf conditions

The Algarve surf spots were the last to be discovered in Europe and although it doesn’t contain the classic reefs of central Portugal, the potential for good, uncrowded waves is high.

Average wintertime swells on the west coast are around 8-10ft, with 12-15ft maximums, whilst summer rarely goes flat and regularly gets up to overhead.

The south coast offers perfect shelter with offshore winds and a filtered swell although it is usually flat in summer. Tides vary from 4-12ft.

Rcommended wetsuit

4/3 mm

Avg. water temperature

18-21°C between June and September

Crowd factor

Medium crowd. Some of the most consistent beginner spots (Arrifana) might get crowded in summer

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The heart of this surf adventure is the glamping site. Simple and light accommodations,  with all the comforts you need. Surrounded by the Acacia trees and in the middle of the Southwest Alentejo and Costa Vicentina Natural Park, falling asleep has never been this great.

During your week you can decide to stay in
comfortable tents with raised beds and electric plugs, a treehouse hidden in the trees, a cozy magic van, or in a rustic Portuguese home.

Spend your evenings at the camp cooking dinner all together in the shared kitchen, showering in the hot showers while seeing the trees around you; spend your days in nature, sharing food and good times with friends, playing music and watching the stars.

5 minutes drive from the famous
surf spots of Arrifana and Monte Clérigo the glamping site is the perfect starting point for our surf explorations. Starting straight from the Glamping you will also be able to take various incredible hikes along the Costa Vicentina cliffs.

YOUR COMFORTABLE HOME UNDER THE STARS

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DISCOVER THE GLAMPING

YOUR COMFORTABLE HOME UNDER THE STARS

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The heart of this surf adventure is the glamping site. Simple and light accommodations,  with all the comforts you need. Surrounded by the Acacia trees and in the middle of the Southwest Alentejo and Costa Vicentina Natural Park, falling asleep has never been this great.

During your week you can decide to stay in
comfortable tents with raised beds and electric plugs, a treehouse hidden in the trees, a cozy magic van, or in a rustic Portuguese home.

Spend your evenings at the camp cooking dinner all together in the shared kitchen, showering in the hot showers while seeing the trees around you; spend your days in nature, sharing food and good times with friends, playing music and watching the stars.

5 minutes drive from the famous
surf spots of Arrifana and Monte Clérigo the glamping site is the perfect starting point for our surf explorations. Starting straight from the Glamping you will also be able to take various incredible hikes along the Costa Vicentina cliffs.

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

This is a general program of what our surf week will look like!
Activities and schedule might change based on weather and surf conditions.
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DAY ONE
Check-in at the glamping from 4pm
Relax at the camp or beach
Dinner all together
welcome meal at the villa, table full of friends
DAY TWO
Buffet breakfast at the glamping
Surf lesson / Surf guiding: two sessions
Dinner and Live music
surf lesson on the beach at arrifana
DAY THREE
Buffet breakfast at the glamping
Surf lesson / Surf guiding: two sessions
Chill time or Yoga class (extra)
Dinner at the camp
yoga class at the villa
DAY FOUR
Buffet breakfast at the glamp
Surf lesson / Surf guiding: two sessions
Afternoon at the beach
Cliff walk and apero
DAY FIVE
Buffet breakfast at the glamping
Surf guiding / Day off for beginner surfers
Yoga & massages (extra)
Cocktails at Arrifana
Special dinner at the glamping
DAY SIX
Buffet breakfast at the glamping
Surf lesson / Surf guiding: two sessions
Food, live music & skate
DAY SEVEN
Buffet breakfast at the glamp
Surf lesson / Surf guiding: two sessions
Yoga class (extra) or rest
Dinner and drinks all together
DAY EIGHT
Buffet breakfast at the glamping
Check-out from the Glamping before 10am

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