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AVEIRO - PRAIA DA ANCORA
Portugal's North Coast
From Aveiro, through the charming city of Porto and north to some of the most incredible (and uncrowded) beaches of Portugal.
SUMMER / AUTUMN 2022
July - September
Although it’s high season, heading north means experiencing an often overlooked region of Portugal.
Discover all the available weeks!
ROAD TRIPPING
Find freedom on the road
Spend one week in the Surf Truck, a surfhouse on wheels. Culture, adventure and tons of surfing. The North of Portugal is for the explorer.
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ALL LEVELS
Escape the crowds
For the surfer that loves to explore different spots and experience different waves. Challenge yourself, learn and discover a piece of Portugal on the road.
JOIN THE TRIBE!
Surfing, adventure & a visit to Porto. Experience the surprising North, on the road.
Accommodation & breakfasts
6 days surf lessons
Surf equipment
Excursions & outdoor activities
Accommodation & breakfasts
6 days of surf guiding
Video Analysis
Excursions & outdoor activities
Accommodation & breakfasts
6 days of surf lessons
Surf equipment
Excursions & outdoor activities
Accommodation & breakfasts
6 days of surf guiding
1 yoga lesson
Excursions & outdoor activities
After picking you up at Porto airport we'll have a briefing at the surf truck and then go for a warm up skate session or a short forest exploration. We'll end the day with a dinner at the truck.
After breakfast we'll hit the road in search for the best surf spot. We can't miss a stop at the local fresh market for lunch before getting back to the water for the 2nd session. In the evening we'll watch the surf videos of the day.
Let's start the day with a yoga lesson before our first surf session. After lunch we'll visit Porto historical center (or have another surf session) and end the day at a local restaurant with view on the Douro river.
A day of exploration and surf in the Porto region is waiting for us. We'll end day with dinner at the truck and a video analysis session to improve your technique.
After breakfast we'll start our search for the best surf spots. We'll have lunch at the beach before our 2nd surf session. In the evening we'll visit the amazing sanctuary of Santa Luzia and end the day chilling at the truck and having fun with the slack line.
Let's explore the surf spots around Praia de Ancora. After lunch we'll explore the mountains and the waterfalls nearby and swim in natural pools. We'll have dinner at a local restaurant.
After our daily breakfast we'll say goodbye to you and we'll organize 1 shuttle to the bus station in Viana do Castelo from where you'll be able to reach Porto airport.
You will spend the week in a Mercedes truck with a special system that allows the walls and the ceiling to expand upwards, thus transforming the truck into a double-decker hotel on wheels.
Daniela and Eduardo be your hosts and surf guides for the week. They love surfing and traveling with their Surf Truck... and you will love it too!
On the top floor of the truck you find the rooms: 4 shared double rooms with bunk bed, and 1 private double room with a double bed. We recommend you the private double room if you're traveling with a partner. Every room comes with air conditioning and a locker.
On the bottom floor you find a living room with couches and a table (and a projector to check the surf footage in the evening!). The kitchen is fully equipped and you can cook your own meals. Also on the bottom floor, there is a toilet and – in the room next to it – a bathroom with a nice warm shower.
On the outside terrace you can chill on the bean bags, relax and enjoy beautiful sunsets.
Daniela and Eduardo be your hosts and surf guides for the week. They love surfing and traveling with their Surf Truck... and you will love it too!
On the top floor of the truck you find the rooms: 4 shared double rooms with bunk bed, and 1 private double room with a double bed. We recommend you the private double room if you're traveling with a partner. Every room comes with air conditioning and a locker.
On the bottom floor you find a living room with couches and a table (and a projector to check the surf footage in the evening!). The kitchen is fully equipped and you can cook your own meals. Also on the bottom floor, there is a toilet and – in the room next to it – a bathroom with a nice warm shower.
You will spend the week in a Mercedes truck with a special system that allows the walls and the ceiling to expand upwards, thus transforming the truck into a double-decker hotel on wheels.
some impressions from the time we spent in the South of Portugal. Watch all the videos of our adventures.
Have questions about our surf trip? We've got all the answers you need.
You can also get in touch directly via e-mail or WhatsApp.
This surf adventure is open for all levels: beginners, intermediates and advanced.
You need no prior surfing experience to participate in this surf trip.
Discover what's your surf level!
Surf Lessons Package
Price per person from: € 849
Surf Guiding Package
Price per person from: € 789
SUMMER 2022
10 July - 16 July 2022
17 July - 23 July
24 July - 30 July 2022
31 July - 06 August 2022
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SUMMER / AUTUMN 2022
07 August - 13 August 2022
14 August - 20 August 2022 (week full)
25 September - 01 October 2022
02 October - 08 October 2022
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This are the extra and optional activities you can do during your surf trip and that can be booked directly on the spot.
Optional activities can be done as an alternative to the second surf session.
Itinerary #1
Maceda - Porto - Póvoa Varzim - Viana do Castelo - Vila Praia de Ancora
The transfer is from/to Porto airport.
Weeks:
24 July - 30 July 2022
07 August - 13 August 2022
Itinerary #2
Vila Praia de Ancora - Viana do Castelo - Póvoa Varzim - Porto - Maceda
The transfer is from/to Viana do Castelo Bus Station.
Weeks:
10 July - 16 July 2022
17 July - 23 July 2022
31 July - 06 August 2022
14 August - 20 August 2022
25 September - 01 October 2022
02 October - 08 October 2022
The northern provinces of Minho and Douro have largely skipped the attention of visiting surfers, despite having a super-consistent stretch of coast that grabs the maximum from any swell direction. There’s a wide range of wave breaking surfaces from gentle beaches and rivermouths to sheer slab reefs.
Rcommended wetsuit
3/2mm for the summer.
Avg. water temperature
18 C° during the summer months.
Crowd factor
low to medium especially on weekend. Typically less crowded than the south.
Weather
Summers are sunny and gentle with occasional heat waves or rainy oceanic fronts.
We know, right now it's not so easy to pull the plug and travel, but us surfers, we always find a way.
We always strive to make booking your next surf trip as easy and flexible as possible.
Find the links to the country's requirements at the end of the page or click here "Travel with confidence".
Learn more or get in touch with us. We'll be happy to talk surfing and help you make the best choice.