Lisbon · SURF LESSONS
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This is the shortlist we would send a friend: the 15 surf lessons worth booking, each with its price, its traveller verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
Half-day Lisbon surf to Caparica’s Atlantic waves. Board-size coaching, fossil cliffs. Wetsuits, instructors, optional video. From $35.
“The staff is really nice and their teaching is of great quality! I’ve never touch a surf board before but yet I’ve managed to surf during the session ! Thank you guys !!!”
Catch your first waves in Cascais with a small-group lesson at Guincho and Carcavelos. Gear included, English coaching, 2 hours.
“The experience was great! Gustavo is a knowledgable teacher and very patient. Overall we had a great time and it was a great experience!”
Learn to surf in Costa da Caparica from Lisbon with gear, 2 hours of instruction, small groups, and easy round-trip transfers.
“Absolutely loved it. Great deal for the price. I had never surfed before this and I felt super comfortable with the instructors. They were so wonderful! They also have different groups if you are a little more advanced. Can’t recommend enough!! Great activity for a solo traveler or really anyone”
Beginner surf lesson at Costa da Caparica near Lisbon. Gear and federation-qualified instructors included for a fun, safety-first 2 hours.
“Great one with good training staff. Definitely worth giving a try for those who wants to explore a new adventure sport.”
Learn surfing basics at Lisbon’s Carcavelos Beach with certified coaches, wetsuits, gear, and insurance. Small groups, clear instruction.
“Really nice experience guyssss! The only problem is that there were few waves but the staff was really kind and funny!”
Small-group Lisbon surf class with van pickup, wetsuit and board included. Ride 1.5 hours of waves near Lisbon with Inês.
“Inês was a terrific surf instructor as well as a friendly individual who was a joy to be around. She lead us through a quick warm up, a brief introduction on how to stand up and where to stand on the board and got us all into the water quickly. Inês is clearly very knowledgeable in surfing and gave personalized feedback to each individual after we caught a wave. She even gave me pointers on what would come next in my surfing journey. A great experience with some wonderful people. I would absolutely do it again.”
Small-group Lisbon surf lesson with 2 hours on Atlantic waves, full gear and transport included, plus scenic stops to Caparica.
“Filipe and Bruno were great. Amazing beach, very helpful instruction and patience and humor made for a wonderful day. Add it a very tasty lunch and what a day was had!”
Learn to surf in Cascais near Lisbon in a 2-hour lesson with a certified coach, all gear and insurance included, small groups.
“It was great!! My friend and I were both beginners and got really good tips. We got it pretty easily with the help of our guide. We would highly recommend!!”
Lisbon surf lesson with transfer to Praia do Castelo: small groups, certified coaching, wetsuit and board, plus a photographer in the water.
“It was a great experience, even for total beginners. The team is helping u and explaining every step of the tale of very clearly and slowly so that even I managed to stand up. It was a lot of fun.”
2-hour beginner surf lesson in Carcavelos or Guincho with expert coaching, wetsuit gear, and real chances to stand up in Lisbon.
“It was really great, the guides were nice and we had a nice time!!”
2-hour surf lesson in Cascais area with a pro instructor, beginner-to-intermediate coaching, and flexible group or private options.
“We loved our experience! We are first timers :) A couple of thoughts… Be prepared to carry your surfboard a mile down the boardwalk, just in case, because you go where the waves are. Also keep in mind that the waves are seasonal dependent and you may end up with very small waves but the instructors still work with it. We loved learning with Felipe and Marco- they are very patient and encouraging- and we had so much fun rocking our 6 inch waves! Highly recommend you bring someone else to take pictures and videos!”
Learn to surf on Portugal’s coast from Lisbon with pickup over the 25 de Abril Bridge, included gear, and a coach close by.
“Decio and the team at Surf In including the instructor Luis were fantastic. The waves were a perfect size to learn and they has everything ready to go from wet suits to towels and more. There are lockers there to store your things. Wear sandals!!! The walk from the shop to the beach is over hot stones!”
Surf lessons in Peniche and Baleal with Special Surf 78: equipment, insurance, lockers, and guided 2-hour practice for beginners.
“This is a must try activity if you are in Peniche. The surf school is very organised and you get an instructor for every 8-10 people. They are very thorough with their explanation and will stay with you in the water during the whole experience. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to try surfing.”
Beginner-friendly surf lesson at Praia de Carcavelos with a small-group English coach, board and wetsuit included, about 2 hours.
“An amazing lesson from start to finish. Very smart and nice instructors who take their time with you! Once you get the hang of it, it's very thrilling.”
2-hour surf lesson at Carcavelos Beach near Lisbon with small groups, certified instructors, gear, wetsuit warmth, and optional photos.
“Last month, we were in Portugal and had a two-hour surf lesson with an amazing instructor named Adonai. The time flew by — the lesson was fun, effective, and incredibly motivating. Adonai patiently pointed out our mistakes, guided us with clear advice, and kept our spirits high throughout. What really stood out was his positive energy and genuine passion for what he does. It’s clear he truly loves his job and is a real professional. Highly recommended!”
