The Salty Pelican surf and yoga retreat sits snuggled between the sun-dappled shores of Cascais bay and Sintras dramatic mountain range. Cascais renowned for its glorious stretch of white sandy beaches which are simply stunning, beautiful palaces, cosmopolitan vibrancy and as Lisbons most sophisticated beach destination. With over 300 days of sun per year, you spend most of your time outdoors, even in winter. Take a stroll on the seaside promenade and discover many beachfront cafes where you can absorb the clean swathes of golden sand with the wide stretch of the Atlantic sweeping around the bay to Cascais. Perfect. Sitting there, sipping on a galao, Portugal’s version of a café latte, you can limit yourself to thinking nothing but good thoughts.
Imagine waking up to the sound of the sea breeze moving through the trees… practicing yoga at sunrise right by the seaside… hearing nothing but the sounds of crashing waves and catching your first waves on the beautiful coastline. Here at The Salty Pelican is a place to be happy... A place to feel like your own... a place to feel like home... it’s an entire experience consisting of everything we love: surf, yoga, sun, sea, salt, adventures, great people and good vibes. So kick-up your feet... grab an ice cold drink and really enjoy the spectacular BBQ sunset dinners here. Life is just that easy at The Salty Pelican.... Experience revitalising Yang Yoga sequences in the morning followed by a gentle late afternoon class of restorative Yin yoga.. A team of certified instructors who follow a very unique approach in teaching will make sure that you learn the proper techniques, ride the waves and have loads of fun whilst perfecting it. We try to balance a lively atmosphere at The Salty Pelican with comfort and a good night's sleep....
Features
The hostel is located perfectly for surfers. Steps from the hostel, you can find the beach.
All in all can you find a variety of dorms and rooms for up to 45 guests in the camp. Because the guests are from all over the world, the main language within the camp is English.
The Salty Pelican yoga & surf retreat was started by 3 friends who spent the last 20 years collectively backpacking and working their way around the world. We have created our yoga & surf retreat based on inspirations we have found along our journey and added them with a touch of our own. What makes The Salty Pelican stand out from the rest - is that we are experienced travelers just like yourselves and we understand all the needs you may have whilst staying with us. We have extensive knowledge to share with you about about Cascais and your future travels... we can't wait to meet you.
The Salty Pelican Yoga & Surf Retreat in Portugal has just had a complete renovation from top to bottom, so you'll find everything new, comfortable, modern, secure and clean. We offer many great things at our retreat, including a cosy lounge, covered patio chill-out area with surround sound music system, beautiful garden to hang and unwind after a long day, tourist information desk, laundry room, fully equipped guest kitchen, FREE WiFi, delicious FREE breakfast buffet, FREE linen and much more. We also offer a wide range of local wines & craft beers, all day menu selling delicious healthy detox smoothies and FREE BBQ facilities. Our fluent english speaking staff at the reception desk, are always ready to answer your questions.
- Breakfast included in the price
- For lunch and dinner, there is a shared guest kitchen available.
- Weekly activities like the Portuguese Tapas & Wine nights or the Seafood & Grilled Vegetarian BBQ nights
Our surf school is run by a team of certified instructors who follow a very unique approach in teaching. They will make sure that you learn the proper surf techniques and have loads of fun while doing it. The unique geography of our location means we not only have rideable waves almost every day of the year but that we can almost always find a wave to suit everyone.
- Yoga
- SUP
- different organised activities like Portuguese Tapas & Wine Night or National Park hikes
Activities and facilities
The Salty Pelican is just a short walk from the Monte Estoril train station, which is easily reached from Lisbon in just over a 25 minute ride. Steps from our yoga & surf retreat you will find everything you need, from a supermarket to restaurants, tapas bars, bakeries, beach front cafes, a bank, beaches and even a lovely nature reserve with a bird aviary nearby. You can spend your days at the awesome beaches that surround the town and your nights in the majestic old town where bars and restaurants spill out onto the cobbled streets. You can also easily get high above it all and enjoy the beautiful surrounding nature and fairy-tale castles of the Sintra National Park.
Ways to get to the camp
From The Airport
If you are coming from Lisbon airport, take the RED metro line towards São Sebastião and get off at the Alameda station and there you must change to GREEN line that will take you directly toCais do Sodré station (end of the line).
Approximate journey time, 20 minutes.
Ticket price: Approximately €1.40
From the aboveground Cais do Sodré station, take the train that connects Lisbon to Cascais, and get off at Monte Estoril Station(2nd last stop). Sit on the left side of the train for the best views.
Approximate journey time, 30 minutes.
Ticket price: Approximately €2.15
Journey time: 75min
Private Tranfer From The Airport
We can book you a direct transfer from the airport straight to The Salty Pelican. Please send an email to book.
Price: €50 ONE-WAY 1-4 person sharing.
Journey time: 25min
From Lisbon Center
From the aboveground Cais do Sodré station, take the train that connects Lisbon to Cascais, and get off at Monte Estoril Station(2nd last stop). Sit on the left side of the train for the best views.
Ticket price: Approximately €2.15
Journey time: 30min
Arrive By Car
If you’re arriving by car, the fastest way to arrive in Cascais is by taking highway A5, you have to pay a toll of €1,30 more or less. You also can take the N6 (Via Av. Marginal) along the more scenic coastal drive to Cascais.
Journey time: 30min
This package includes:
7 Nights
Delicious healthy breakfast daily
Free WiFi
5 days of Surf Lessons
11 Yoga Sessions
Meditation Incorporated into classes
Sunrise Yang Yoga by the seaside
Afternoon relaxing Yin Yoga
Return Surf Transfer
All yoga mats & surf equipment provided
Fruit infused water & herbal tea available
Free time to explore Sintra National Park
Low Season (Oct 16th - March 31st):
480€/person in a shared dorm |
649€/person in a double room |
High Season (April 1st - Oct 15th):
599€/person in a shared dorm |
799€/person in a double room |
This package includes:
7 Nights
Delicious healthy breakfast daily
11 Yoga Sessions incorporating Meditation
1 x 45 min relaxing Ayurveda massages
Sunrise Yang Yoga by the seaside
Afternoon relaxing Yin Yoga
1 Semi-private Meditation Class
1 Sunset Meditation Hike
1 Surf Lesson including return transport
1 Seafood/Vegetarian Bbq Dinner
1 Portuguese Tapas & Wine night
All yoga mats & equipment provided
Fruit infused water & herbal tea available
Free time to explore Sintra National Park
Free WiFi
Low Season (Oct 16th - March 31st):
480€/person in a shared dorm |
649€/person in a double room |
High Season (April 1st - Oct 15th):
599€/person in a shared dorm |
799€/person in a double room |
This package includes:
3 Nights
Delicious healthy breakfast daily
Free WiFi
3 Yoga Sessions
Meditation incorporated into classes
1 x 45 min relaxing Ayurveda massage
1 Learn to Surf lesson
Sunrise Yang Yoga by the seaside
Afternoon relaxing Yin Yoga
All yoga mats & equipment provided
Fruit infused water & herbal tea available
Free time to explore Sintra National Park
Low Season (Oct 16th - March 31st):
230€/person in a shared room |
290€/person in a double room |
High Season (April 1st - Oct 15th):
259€/person in a shared dorm |
365€/person in a double room |
This package includes:
7 Nights
Delicious healthy breakfast daily
Free WiFi
5 days of SUP Lessons
11 Yoga Sessions
Meditation incorporated into classes
Sunrise Yang Yoga by the seaside
Afternoon relaxing Yin Yoga
All yoga mats & SUP equipment provided
Fruit infused water & herbal tea available
Free time to explore Sintra National Park
Low Season (Oct 16th - March 31st):
480€/person in a shared dorm |
649€/person in a double room |
High Season (April 1st - Oct 15th):
599€/person in a shared dorm |
799€/person in a double room |
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