Santa Cruz Surf Camp, Portugal

Professional Surf Coaching & Co-Living in Portugal

5 days Surf lessons 7 days accommodation Beach shuttles

Atlantic Coast Surf Camp in Santa Cruz, Portugal, offers a complete surf camp experience combining surf lessons, comfortable beachside accommodation, and local surf knowledge on the Portuguese Silver Coast. This surf camp is designed for independent travellers, Erasmus students, and digital nomads from Central and Northern Europe who want a relaxed, authentic alternative to larger and more crowded surf destinations in France or Spain.

The Surf camp is based in Santa Cruz, near Torres Vedras, approximately 50 minutes north of Lisbon Airport, and bridges the gap between technical surf instruction and a community-focused lifestyle, offering an authentic alternative to the crowded line-ups of Peniche and Ericeira.

From €399 per week & person
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Questions about your booking? Contact Us or email us at bookings@atlanticcoastsurfschool.com

What's included

Accommodation

Accommodation

  • Fully equipped communal guest kitchen
  • Shared living room, Barbecue & Swimming Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Room Types | Double rooms, Suite with private bathroom, Shared Dorms & Private rooms
Surfing

Surfing

  • Each lesson is 90 min, with small groups
  • The right surfboard and warm wetsuits
  • Distance to Surf - 300 Metres
  • Daily surf spot selection based on conditions
Schedule

Schedule

  • We carefully choose best sandy beach break
  • Meet for the first lesson
  • After a break we’ll have the 2nd lesson
  • Afterwards you are able to go and explore the region

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Santa Cruz Surf Camp located?

The Santa Cruz Surf Camp is located in Santa Cruz, Torres Vedras, on Portugal’s central Atlantic coast, near Praia Azul. It is approximately 50 minutes north of Lisbon Airport, making it easily accessible for travellers from Central and Northern Europe.

Is the Santa Cruz Surf Camp suitable for beginners?

Yes. The Santa Cruz Surf Camp is suitable for complete beginners as well as intermediate surfers. The local beaches offer sandy beach breaks with consistent waves, and surf lessons are organised in small groups based on skill level and ocean conditions.

What is included in the Santa Cruz Surf Camp package?

The surf camp package typically includes surf lessons with certified instructors, accommodation near the beach, surfboard and wetsuit, and daily surf spot selection based on conditions. You can save money with the Surf &Accomodation packages. Thanks to a good relation with our partners, the Surf & Accomodation packages are cheaper than if I rent accomodation separated from surf lessons. Optional transfers from Lisbon Airport or Lisbon city can also be arranged.

Is the camp suitable for solo travellers?

Absolutely. Over 70% of our guests arrive independently. Our communal dining and shared living spaces are specifically designed to foster a community of 18–35-year-old travellers and digital nomads.

What is the best time of year to join a surf camp in Santa Cruz, Portugal?

Surf camps in Santa Cruz operate year-round. Spring to autumn offers warmer weather and consistent beginner-friendly waves, while winter provides more powerful Atlantic swell also suitable for begginers and intermediate surfers on our surf & explore programs. In the winter we surf many different spots in the west region, with lessons adapted to daily conditions.