Surf & Yoga Wellness Escape in Ericeira, Portugal

This is a week-long surf and yoga camp based in the heart of Ericeira's old town, a short walk from the beach. The daily rhythm is simple: you'll have a morning session of either yoga or surfing (decided by the weather and the waves), breakfast, then more time in the water or free time for exploring. Evenings bring a second yoga or surf session, followed by dinner together. On most days you'll be surfing for three to four hours, which is enough to make real progress without feeling rushed.

The yoga on this retreat is taught with surfers in mind. The focus is on making your body feel good for paddling and popping up – opening up the chest, releasing tight hips, and building core strength – while also giving you tools to calm your mind before you head out. The instructors have been practising for years and are happy to teach complete beginners; one guest, Tom, mentioned he'd never done yoga before and found the 90-minute sessions flew by.

Surfing instruction is just as personalised. The camps welcome everyone from first-timers to advanced surfers, and the small group size means you get plenty of individual attention. The instructors are surfers themselves and know the local breaks well, so they'll take you to spots that suit your level.

Food is vegetarian and prepared fresh, with local and seasonal vegetables. Breakfast and dinner are included, and there are snacks to take to the beach. Dinners are mostly eaten together at the house, which is a nice way to get to know the other guests – though once a week you'll head out to a local restaurant to try some Portuguese specialities.

The location is a big part of the appeal. Ericeira is a world-famous surf town with a network of breaks along the coast, and the old town is full of character – whitewashed houses, narrow streets, and plenty of cafés and shops. It's a welcoming, unpretentious place, and the camp is right in the middle of it.

What's included

- 6 nights accommodation in shared rooms (2-4 people) - Daily breakfast and dinner (vegetarian) - Daily surf and yoga sessions (surfing approx. 3-4 hours per day) - 1 private surf lesson - Nature tours and hikes - Group excursions/activities - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - Wifi connection - Snacks at the beach

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights - Travel insurance - Optional extra night or massage - Personal expenses