Which surf camp in Porto? Everything you need to know!
Located in the north of Portugal, Porto is the perfect place for those who want to combine a cultural and surfing holiday. While you can discover the unique surf spots in Porto and the surrounding area during the day, the rest of the day is perfect for exploring the culture-rich city with its small streets and authentic Portuguese flair. What the region has to offer, which camps and locations are suitable for your surf holiday in Porto and what you should know about them, we will tell you here. In case you also want to find out about other surf regions in Portugal, we recommend our surf camp guide for Portugal with everything you need to know!
Surf camp guide for Portugal
On this page you will find:
1. A map with all surf camps at a glance
2. General information about Porto
3. The best time to travel
4. The best surf spots in Porto
5. Water temperature
6. Transport
7. Price range
8. The best surf camps
9. A collective enquiry for all surf camps in your desired region
1. A map with all surf camps at a glance
On the map below you can get an overview of the surf camps in Porto. This way you can quickly and easily find the region or camp where you would like to go. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us!
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2. General information about Porto
Porto is the second largest city in Portugal. Here you will meet great people and have an unforgettable time, along with the typical Port wine. The city will delight you with its Portuguese charm, food and vibe. In Porto itself and in the immediate vicinity, there are plenty of surf spots that will make any surfer's heart beat faster. Just a few minutes away by car, you'll find beaches far away from the tourist crowds. Thanks to the many different surf spots, Porto offers you a very good opportunity to start surfing as well as to improve your skills. Among the surf schools that dot the beaches, there's sure to be one that perfectly matches your expectations. So grab your board and let's go!3. The best time to travel
In Porto you can roughly say:| The best time for beginners: | May to September |
| The best time for intermediates: | March to October |
| The best time for advanced surfers: | September to March |
However, these times are only recommendations and of course you can go surfing in Porto at any time. In the winter months, the waves are higher and more challenging than in summer, making it more difficult for beginners to enjoy surfing. However, we can assure you that you will have fun surfing all year round.
4. The best surf spots in Porto
Here we give you an overview of the best surf spots in and around Porto:Miramar
Miramar is a long stretch of beach that has something to offer surfers of all levels, and picks up plenty of swell when it runs aground in this corner of Portugal. For beginners and advanced surfers, the beach breaks are the perfect place to practice getting up or developing turns.| Wave type: | Beachbreak and right-hand reef |
| Ground: | Sand & reef |
| Tides: | Best at medium water level |
| Swell: | SW-NW |
| Wind: | East |
| Wave height: | 0,6 - 3,6 m |
| Level: | Beginners, intermediates and advanced surfers |
Matosinhos
This is the place for you to learn to catch waves. A long sandy beach offers perfect conditions for those who are new to the sport. For surfers with a little more experience, a sheltered reef break offers the chance to challenge your skills. Matosinhos is the ideal destination for a perfect day of surfing.| Wave type: | Left and right beach break |
| Ground: | Sand |
| Tides: | All tides |
| Swell: | SW-NW |
| Wind: | East |
| Wave height: | 0,6 -2,4m |
| Level: | Beginners, intermediates and advanced surfers |
Most popular surf camps in Matosinhos
- Surfaventura Surfcamp (Matosinhos, Portugal) 
A. General Norton de Matos, Passeio Marginal de Matosinhos. Armazéns Sul, Escola A., Matosinhos, 4450-206, North Portugal, Portugal
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- Onda Pura (Matosinhos, Portugal)
Avenida General Norton de Matos, Matosinhos, 4450-295, North Portugal, Portugal
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- Oporto Ocean Hostel (Matosinhos, Portugal)
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Leça
Leça is further north than Matosinhos and is the most consistent surf spot in the Porto metropolitan area. A real breakwater. The harbour provides shelter when it's windy and the wall also helps shape the sandbanks to reveal perfect barrels.
| Wave type: | Right and left beach breakers |
| Ground: | Sand |
| Tides: | All tides |
| Swell: | SW-N |
| Wind: | South-East |
| Wave height: | 0,6 -2,4m |
| Level: | Beginners, intermediates and advanced surfers |
Luz
Luz is the most accessible wave for surfers staying in the heart of Porto. The beach, which is within walking distance of the city centre, is a tourist hotspot and has many facilities. The waves can get very high in winter, which is perfect for experienced surfers.
| Wave type: | Right breakers |
| Ground: | Sand/rocks |
| Tides: | High tide only |
| Swell: | SW-N |
| Wind: | South-East |
| Wave height: | 0,6- 2,5 m |
| Level: | Intermediates and advanced surfers |
Espinho
This lively village gives a dose of Portuguese culture with a relaxed surfing experience. The small launch zone on site means it can sometimes be tricky to get waves, but don't let that put you off. Advanced surfers can also surf the reef sections, but the beach breaks are just perfect for beginners or intermediates.
| Wave type: | Left and right beach breakers |
| Ground: | Sand and reef |
| Tides: | All tides |
| Swell: | SW-N |
| Wind: | South-East |
| Wave height: | 0,6 -2,4m |
| Level: | Beginners, intermediates and advanced surfers |
Esmoriz
Esmoriz is a small town located just 25 kilometres south of Porto. The beautiful beaches offer very good quality waves just waiting to be explored. The quiet location of Esmoriz promises that you will probably be almost alone in the water.
| Wave type: | Left and right breakers |
| Ground: | Sand and reef |
| Tides: | All tides |
| Swell: | SW-N |
| Wind: | South-East |
| Wave height: | 0,6 -2,4m |
| Level: | Intermediates and advanced surfers |
Most popular surf camps in Espinho & Esmoriz
92625/AL - Watermark Surf House (Espinho, Portugal)
- Watermark Surf House (Esmoriz, Portugal)
- Forest Surfcamp (Esmoriz, Portugal)
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5. Water temperature
The water temperature in Porto averages around 20 degrees from August to October. This means that you will be more comfortable if you go surfing with a good quality, but rather thinner wetsuit (3/2mm). In the months of December to May, the water temperature can quickly drop to around 13 degrees, which makes surfing without a wetsuit impossible. So that the temperature doesn't spoil your fun, we recommend that you go surfing with a thick wetsuit (4/3mm) and booties.
6. Transport
Another convincing argument for a surf holiday in Porto are the cheap flight connections. You can fly to Porto from several European airports with Ryanair. If you want to take your own surfboard with you, you pay an additional 50 euros per board bag and route with Ryanair if you book in time on the internet or 60 euros directly at the check-in at the airport. However, if you're thinking about travelling by car, the excellent network of new motorways makes it easy to get around Portugal. You can also travel stress-free by train, boat and bus. However, most camps also offer airport transport, making your journey easy and convenient.
7. Price range
The price range for surf camps in and around Porto is between 165€ - 499€ per week. So even with little money you can spend an unforgettable week that will take your surfing skills to a new level. Are you unsure about the prices? Feel free to contact us!
8. The best surf camps
When you come to Porto to surf, it's not just the scenery that will blow you away, but also the lifestyle and the many friendly people you'll be surrounded by. Surfing and discovering one of the most diverse cultures in Europe has never been easier than in the north of Portugal. Your surf instructor will be sure to take you to the perfect spot every day, allowing you to improve your skills very quickly. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, young or old, we'll find a surf camp that meets your expectations. The list below gives you an overview of all the camps in Porto. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to contact us, we will help you!
- I surf Portugal (Porto,Portugal)
- Happy Day Surf Camp (Porto, Portugal)
- Godzilla SurfHouse (Porto,Portugal)
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Camps that leave nothing to be desired
Take a bike tour through the beautiful Portuguese countryside, explore Porto's sights in combination with a wine tasting or end the evening with an Ayurveda massage? What you want to do after your surf lessons is entirely up to you at Surfivor Surfcamp & Surfivor Surf Hostel. Here you can combine your surfing adventure with many other leisure activities. A similar concept is offered by B'Surf Porto, which not only shines with local knowledge and professional surf lessons, but also introduces you to the exciting nightlife and the Portuguese way of life! If you want top-class entertainment, you'll certainly be happy at Selina Porto. Themed evenings, DJ sets, live music and much more are regularly held there. But also those who prefer to take it easy in the evenings after surfing will benefit from the camp's movie room and library, for example.
Camps where you can relax and unwind
If you generally like it quieter and want to relax after surfing lessons, you will certainly not be disappointed by our surf camps in Porto and the surrounding area. The Watermark Surf House in Esmoriz stands out with its very special location, surrounded by the sea, the forest and the village at the same time. Here you will be gently woken up in the morning by birdsong and benefit from the camp's large garden with chill-out zone, barbecue, hammock and much more. The ElementFish Surf Camp also has a huge garden, where sun worshippers can make themselves comfortable on the terrace with sun loungers and hammocks or take part in yoga classes and physiotherapy massages. A special focus on yoga is also the Goodtimes Surfcamp, which cooperates with trained yoga instructors and offers various programmes ranging from yin yoga, vinyasa flows and meditation to an empowerment retreat to really wind down during the surf holiday.
The full surfing experience
Whether you're a beginner or already know how to surf, there are plenty of camps in Porto and the surrounding area where you'll be looked after by highly trained surf instructors according to your individual needs. The Peste Surfcamp in Miramar is one of the oldest surf schools in Portugal and the owner, Luis Bessa, has been surfing himself since 1990 and has been passing on this knowledge to his surf students since 2004. He and his team not only qualify for wave and kite surfing, but also for Stand Up Paddling. The Porto Surf in Maceda and the Linha de Onda in Matosinhos also have a very special passion for surfing, which they have been passing on to their camp visitors for years. As locals, they know the area perfectly and will take you to the best surf spots during your stay in the north of Portugal. All-day access to uncrowded surf beaches as well as intensive surf training in the pool and many other extras are also promised by the Mahalo Surf Camp, which guarantees you the full surfing experience!
9. A collective enquiry for all surf camps in your desired region
Can't make up your mind? Then simply send a collective enquiry to all surf camps in your desired region and find the right surf camp for you.
