5-Day Surf & Yoga Wellness Escape in Ericeira, Portugal

The retreat is built around daily surf lessons that take you from your first pop-up to riding green waves on your own, as many past guests have done. Rui Ferreira has been surfing these breaks for three decades and was a two-time finalist at the Pipeline event in Hawaii. He holds Level 1 and 2 surf coaching certificates and is accredited by the Portuguese Surfing Federation. Lessons are limited to six people, so you get personal attention, whether you're a complete beginner or an intermediate surfer looking to refine your technique. The day starts when Rui meets the group at the lodge at 10:30 am to pick the day's best surf spot—he prefers sandy beaches for learners. After a warm-up and land briefing on paddling, wave positioning, and standing up, you hit the water. Back at the lodge by 1:30 pm, you're free to rest, sunbathe on the beach 20 meters away, or wander into Ericeira's streets.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation in a shared or private ensuite room - Daily vegetarian breakfast - 2.5-hour surf lessons each day - Professional surf coaching from certified instructors - High-quality surf equipment (wetsuits and boards) - Daily transportation to the best surf spots - Airport pickup and drop-off from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) - Daily yoga classes - Group excursions and activities - Professional event photos - Free wifi - Insurance for surfing activities

What's not included

- Flights to Lisbon - Travel insurance - Lunches and dinners - Additional activities like surfskate lessons, SUP, or vineyard tours - Alcoholic drinks - Private surf lessons (available as an upgrade) - 60-minute massage (available as an upgrade)