Yes — 51% of our guests travel solo. The camp is built around community: communal dining, shared surf van rides, and evening activities mean you'll meet people from the first meal. Most solo guests say making friends was the easiest part of the trip.

Is it suitable for families with children?

Yes — families are welcome and one of our fastest-growing segments. Kids from age 7 can join surf lessons in small groups (max 4 children per instructor). Parents must be present at the beach for children under 16. Family bungalows and apartments with kitchens are available, and our chefs handle any dietary requirements. For family bookings, we recommend getting in touch so we can plan the best setup for your group.

How do I get to Lagos from the airport?

Faro Airport is about 70 km from Lagos — roughly a 1-hour drive. We offer airport transfers for €80 per booking (split between guests — a group of 4 pays €20 each). Alternatively, buses run from Faro and Lisbon, and car rental is available at both airports.

What's the best time of year to come?

We run camps from April through October. April–June offers smaller crowds, lower prices, and consistent surf. July–August is peak season — warmer water, more guests, and the best conditions for kitesurfing and wingfoil. September–October brings shoulder-season value with great surf. There's no bad time — the Algarve has 300+ days of sunshine.

Woman surfing a wave with Algarve cliffs in the background

Since 2006·All levels·All-inclusive

Your surf camp in the Algarve. Waves, good people, and everything in between

A week of surfing on the Algarve coast, based in Lagos. Certified instructors, a bed at The Kitehouse with pool and bar, breakfast and dinner, yoga, and transport to whichever Algarve beach is working best. You bring yourself. We sort the rest.

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✓ May & June filling fast · ✓ Flexible cancellation policy

April to October season

6 water sports

All-inclusive packages

From €780/week

Why the Algarve for your surf camp?

Portugal’s sunniest region. Two coastlines, 15+ breaks, and the longest water sports season in the country. The Algarve isn’t just a good place to surf — it’s the best one.

Two coastlines. Always a wave.

The Algarve’s west coast catches Atlantic groundswells. The south coast stays protected when the west is too big. Our instructors pick the right beach every morning. There are almost no flat days here.

Warmest water, longest season

The Algarve has 300+ days of sunshine per year. Water reaches 22°C in summer. Season runs April through October — longer than Peniche or Ericeira, and noticeably warmer.

6 water sports, one region

The Ria de Alvor — a flat-water lagoon 20 minutes from camp — is Portugal’s best spot for learning kite and wing foil. Combined with the surf coast, the Algarve is the only region where all 6 sports work in one week.

Cliffs, old towns, good evenings

When you’re not in the water: Lagos old town, Ponta da Piedade cliffs, boat trips to sea caves, restaurants, nightlife. The Algarve has the coastline and the culture. Most guests want to come back the following year.

What's included in your surf camp week?

Every package covers accommodation, lessons, meals, yoga and transport. Nothing to add, nothing to plan. You bring a beach towel and we handle the rest.

Daily surf lessons

ASI-certified instructors, max 6 per group. Wetsuit, board, everything included.

Accommodation at The Kitehouse

Our camp compound in Lagos. Pool, garden, bar, and a 5-minute walk to the beach.

Breakfast and dinners

7 breakfasts + 6 dinners included. Friday evening is yours to explore Lagos. Dietary needs covered, just let us know when you book.

Daily yoga

Morning or evening, Monday to Saturday. All levels, no sign-up. Just show up.

Transport to the best breaks

Spots are confirmed the evening before based on tide, swell and wind. We drive you there and back.

✓ ASI & VDWS certified · ✓ All-inclusive, no hidden costs · ✓ "No flat days", always surfable somewhere · ✓ Flexible cancellation policy

Where do you surf in the Algarve?

The Algarve coastline splits into two: the west coast catches Atlantic swells, the south coast stays sheltered. Our instructors choose from 8+ breaks — confirmed the evening before, so you always get the right beach for your level.

Arrifana

40 min drive

Sheltered west-coast bay with a mellow point break. Our go-to when it's big from the northwest.

Meia Praia

5 min walk

The longest beach in the Algarve. Wide, sandy, gentle. Perfect for first-timers.

Amoreira

45 min drive

Open to the Atlantic with a river mouth. Best on smaller days for consistent, clean waves.

Elevated view of surf lesson at Porto de Mos beach with Algarve cliffs

Porto de Mós

10 min drive

Sheltered south-coast beach just outside Lagos. Our backup when the west coast is too big.

Our instructors pick from 8+ breaks across the West and South Coast. Big northwest swell? Arrifana. Small and clean? Amoreira. Huge west swell? We head to Meia Praia or Porto de Mós. There’s always somewhere to surf.

Not just surfing You can switch to kite, wingfoil, windsurf or wakeboard mid-week. Tell the office by 4 PM the day before. Six sports, one camp. No other place in the Algarve offers that.

What does a typical day look like?

Every day is different. Times shift based on tides and conditions.