Surf & Yoga Escape in Cantabria, Spain

Mornings start with breakfast at camp, then a 90-minute surf lesson at one of the local breaks. Groups are split by level — beginners work on paddling, popping up and reading whitewater, while intermediates and advanced surfers get coached on turning, timing and wave selection. Boards and wetsuits are provided for lessons, so you don't need to bring anything except swimwear and a towel.

Afternoons are yours. Some people walk into the nature reserve, some sleep in the shade of the tents, and others head to the beach for volleyball. There's usually a yoga session a few afternoons a week, and the camp organises sunset trips to nearby viewpoints. On at least one evening there's live music or a bonfire on the beach.

Where you sleep is part of the experience. Accommodation is in bell tents and tipi tents set up on the camp grounds — proper beds, shared bathroom facilities, and a communal dining area where everyone eats together. It's not a hotel, and that's the point: you're outside, surrounded by other surfers, and the ocean is a short walk away.

The location in Oyambre is what makes this camp different from a lot of surf schools. You're inside a protected nature reserve, so there are no big developments around, just dunes, cliffs and farmland. The waves at Oyambre and the surrounding beaches work for most levels, and the camp's instructors know which spot to pick depending on the day's conditions.

Beyond the surfing, there are optional excursions to San Sebastián, Biarritz and Comillas — all within reach for a day trip. These are organised by the camp and cost extra, but they're a good way to see more of the Basque and Cantabrian coast if you want a break from the water. Most people stick around for the full week and surf every day.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation in bell tents, tipi tents or mobile homes - 5 surf lessons (90 minutes each) - 1 surf theory session - Surf equipment (board and wetsuit) during lessons - Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily - Daily yoga sessions (most days) - Beach volleyball and organised evening activities - Live music and beach bonfires - Optional excursions to San Sebastián, Biarritz and Comillas (extra cost)

What's not included

- International flights - Travel insurance - Airport transfers (can be arranged for an extra fee) - Personal expenses - Optional excursions (San Sebastián, Biarritz, Comillas) - Alcohol and drinks outside of meals - Surf equipment outside of lessons (own board rental may be available)