Solfun Surf Camp (Sintra, Portugal)

ABOUT THE SURF CAMP

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LOCATION AND SURF CONDITIONS

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Praia das Maças Surf Hotel is located a few kilometers from Lisbon, in a small village (Praia das Maçãs) encircled by the cheerfull nature of Sintra-Cascais Natural Park.

In the village centre, just 30 metres from the beach, where you will find nearby restaurants, bars, clubs and a supermarket. At the hotel’s entrance you will find a bus and train stop, and a few metres away a tennis court, football field, and praia das Maças swimming pools. All you need for an unbeatable holiday!

Praia das Maças is actually one of the better beachbreaks in the Lisbon area and certainly one of the most consistent. When it’s good, wedgy, powerful lefts break off the cliffs at the northern end. Mid-low tide on a NW swell is better. There are many great beaches for surfing around Lisbon. If you are looking for different waves then you can easily walk from the Surf camp to Praia Grande and Praia Pequeña, and if you travel a little further north or south you will find Ericeira or Guincho, and the beautifull Estoril Coast beaches. You will allways come across a pumping surfspot.

You can go sightseeing in Sintra’s many beautifull tracks, or take the mini train just outside the Surfcamp that will take you to the city centre!

You can get a bus, train or taxi and go to Lisbon to party. There are many good night clubs, museums, and plenty of things to visit in downtown Lisbon.

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CAMP CHARACTER

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The Surfcamp is located directly at the surfspots and we are a nice peaceful and quiete camp for relaxing for the whole family. We are surounded by a beautiful landscape, organize tours and provide a restaurant inside of the camp.

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CAMP OPERATOR

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 Luis Barros Owner

*solfun* surf school, Camp and Hotel "The Adventure Spirit"

Degree in Communication sciences from the University of Sciences, Post Graduate in web design at Faculty Catholique, certified surf instructor of the Portuguese Surfing Federation (FPS), athlete with 20 years experience. His sporting life was dedicated to surfing always in search of the perfect wave. He considers himself a travelling soul surfer, fortunate to have already surfed the best waves of the world in Hawaii, Mexico, USA, Indonesia, Australia, Africa, Costa Rica and Latin America, Brazil and, of course, Portugal.

ACCOMMODATION AND CATERING

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ACCOMMODATION TYPES

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The accommodation consists of hotel rooms, each sleeping from 1 - 3 persons, some with beachview, some with view to Serra de Sintra. Each room has its own bathroom, central heating, phone and T.V to watch the Soccer World Championships.
At the hotel’s entrance you will find a bus and train stop, and a few metres away a tennis court, football field, and praia das Magas swimming pools. All you need for an unbeatable holiday!

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CATERING

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Accommodation with Breakfast just 30 metres from the Beach and a restaurant inside the camp.

SURF COURSE AND ACTIVITIES

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SURF COURSE DETAILS

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There are three, five or seven day Surfcourses for all level surfers, from beginners to highly experienced. Surfcourses consist of two daily lessons, each one lasting one hour and thirty minutes, one in the morning, and one in the afternoon.
All the Surf material is included: board, suit, leash, etc.

Surfing for Beginners
This is where you will learn all the basics for Surfing: Safety, water entrance, positioning, swell directions, equipment, phisical preparation and surfing techniques.
Beginners Surfcourse includes:

• Four surfers per instructor
• Age divided groups
• Full Supervision whilst in the water
• All material suited for your level

Advanced Training
For surfers who want to gain those extra skills there is advanced training provided. This includes learning a bit more about the equipment, and which to choose, learning new skills and how to read a wave, and adding some style on your surf! The Surf coach is Luis Barros, a experienced Surf coach, a travelling soul surfer, fortunate to have already surfed the best waves of the world in Hawaii, Mexico, USA, Indonesia, Australia, Africa, Costa Rica and Latin America, Brazil and, of course, Portugal. The training will be analysed and filmed.

The Staff
All surf instructors are fully qualified with the Portuguese Surfing Federation. They will share all their knowledge and use their experience to teach you all they know about surfing in a passionate and profesional manner.

The Spot
Praia das Maças: Powerful beach break, right and left. Sandy bottom with rocks. Start working with 3 ft. and holds up to 6 ft.  Works at all tides In the last folds of the Sintra Range, Praia das Maças has two surfspots, Praia Grande (Big Beach) and Praia Pequenha (Small Beach). Both offer excellent and steady waves during the whole year and being beach breaks, they offer perfect conditions of surf for all levels, in particular beginners.
Other activities

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SURF MATERIALS

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Are totally included in your package and adapted to your level.

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OTHER ACTIVITIES

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Transfers avaible from airoport: 70€

Bicycle rental: 5€ per day

surfboard rental: 15€ per day

Yoga and organized trips on a regular basis

MORE INFO, HOW TO GET THERE & FAQ

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SURF CONDITIONS

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Surfing
Praia das Maças: Powerful beach break, right and left. Sandy bottom with rocks. Start working with 3 ft. and holds up to 6 ft.  Works at all tides In the last folds of the Sintra Range, Praia das Maças has two surfspots, Praia Grande (Big Beach) and Praia Pequenha (Small Beach). Both offer excellent and steady waves during the whole year and being beach breaks, they offer perfect conditions of surf for all levels, in particular beginners.

Crowd factor and local people
A quiet place and the locals share the waves with others

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SURROUNDINGS / REGION

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Characterization of surroundings/region
Praia das Maças Surfcamp is located a few kilometers from Lisbon, in a small village encircled by the cheerfull nature of Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. The hotel is withing walking distance of the train station, bars, restaurants, shops, Praia Grande and Praia Pequeña beaches, where all the surfing action takes place and offering high quality waves all year!

Activities and facilities
Sports on offer- excursions, guided tours- shopping- cinemas, bars, discotheques- special events- other

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JOURNEY

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Ways to get to the camp

Public Transport
You can also reach the surf hotel by public transportation: subway, train and bus. Take the subway from Airport station to Restauradores station (it is necessary to switch lines in between). Once in Restauradores, take the Sintra railway and get out at Portela de Sintra (the penultimate stop).

Taxi
There is a Taxis stop in Lisbon Airport. We recommend using black and white or cream taxis. Avoid unauthorized taxis. You can ask the driver how much the trip costs before taking it.

PACKAGES & PRICES

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PACKAGE A - from 370 € per Week / Person

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This package includes:

7 nights Hotel Accommodation with Breakfast just 30 metres from the Beach
5 days of surfing lessons (mornings and afternoons)
All Levels (beginners, intermediates and advanced)
Transportation to the surf spots

Seasonal Prices
High Season (July & August)
Single Room: 590 EUR per person/week
Double Room: 460 EUR per person/week

Mid Season (June, September & October)
Single Room: 530 EUR per person/week
Double Room: 395 EUR per person/week

Low Season (November - May)
Single Room: 485 EUR per person/week
Double Room: 370 EUR per person/week

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ONLY Surfcourse A - from 150 € per Week / Person

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Surf Lessons
All the equipment is provide, wetsuits for your comfort and all kind of surf boards
2 hours lesson
Personal accident insurance included
Fully qualified surf Instructors

Surf Lessons Group
1 lesson: 18€
3 lessons: 50€
5 lessons : 85€
10 lessons: 150€

Surfboard Rental
3 Hours: 10 EUR per person
Full Day: 15 EUR per person

Wetsuit Rental
3 Hours: 5 EUR per person
Full Day: 10 EUR per person