Carrapateira, a picturesque coastal town in Portugal, offers an exhilarating opportunity for those eager to master the art of surfing. For just $49.15 per person, visitors can enjoy personalized lessons tailored to their skill level, whether they’re beginners or seasoned surfers. Experienced instructors, fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, guide participants through a 1 to 2-hour session on a beautiful, uncrowded beach, ensuring a safe and memorable experience. With all necessary gear provided, the only question that remains is: are you ready to conquer the waves?
Key Points
- Carrapateira offers 1-2 hour surf lessons suitable for beginners and those looking to improve skills, with personalized instruction from experienced multilingual coaches.
- Lessons focus on learning basic surf techniques and riding waves in a beautiful, uncrowded beach environment tailored to individual abilities.
- Surfboards, wetsuits, and insurance are included, with optional hotel pickup and drop-off services available for participants’ convenience.
- Small group sessions with a maximum of 8 students per instructor ensure personalized attention and memorable learning experiences.
- Flexible booking options include free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance and a reserve now, pay later option.
Activity Overview
The surf lesson takes place at either Bordeira or Carrapateira beaches, lasting between 1 to 2 hours.
Priced from $49.15 per person, the lesson offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Customers can also choose the reserve now & pay later option.
The activity provides an opportunity to learn basic surf techniques and experience the thrill of riding waves, suitable for beginners or those looking to improve their skills.
An opportunity to learn basic surf techniques and experience the thrill of riding waves, suitable for beginners and improvers alike.
Surrounded by the beautiful, uncrowded beach environment, the lesson focuses on creating memorable experiences.
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Instructor and Group Details
Instructors fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese lead the surf lessons, offering both private and small group sessions with a maximum of 8 students per instructor.
Personalized lessons ensure individual needs are met, whether you’re a beginner or looking to improve your skills. The instructors tailor the sessions to your abilities, helping you master the basics of surfing in a beautiful, uncrowded beach environment.
With their expertise and dedication, you can expect to have a memorable learning experience and enjoy riding the waves.
Experience and Highlights
Learn basic surf techniques and enjoy riding waves during the surf lesson. The experience highlights include:
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Ideal for beginners or those looking to improve skills
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Beautiful, uncrowded beach environment
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Personalized lessons tailored to individual abilities
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Focus on creating memorable experiences
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Opportunity to learn from fluent, experienced instructors
Whether you’re a first-time surfer or seeking to refine your skills, this surf lesson promises an enjoyable and rewarding experience in the stunning natural setting of Bordeira or Carrapateira beaches.
Inclusions and Requirements
All gear needed for the surf lesson, including surfboards and wetsuits, are provided.
Insurance is also included, giving participants peace of mind.
Insurance is included, providing participants with peace of mind during the surfing experience.
For convenience, hotel pickup and drop-off services are available.
However, participants should bring their own swimwear, towel, and sunscreen to ensure a comfortable and safe experience.
The activity takes place rain or shine, as rainy days can sometimes be ideal for surfing.
Start times may adjust based on factors like tides, swell, winds, and sandbanks to provide the best possible conditions.
More Great Tours NearbyImportant Information
The meeting point for the surf lesson is at the Carrapateira Extreme Tours office.
The activity takes place rain or shine, as rainy days can be ideal for surfing.
Start times may adjust based on tides, swell, winds, and sandbanks to optimize conditions.
Here are some key details to keep in mind:
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The lesson will proceed regardless of the weather.
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Timing may change due to natural factors affecting the surf.
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Overall customer rating is 4.8/5, highlighting excellent value and instruction quality.
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Participants should bring swimwear, towel, and sunscreen for the beachside experience.
Meeting Point and Activity Schedule
The meeting point for the surf lesson is at the Carrapateira Extreme Tours office. From there, you will be transported to the beach location.
The lesson time may vary depending on factors like tides, swell, winds, and sandbanks. The instructors adjust the schedule accordingly to ensure the best conditions for surfing.
The activity takes place rain or shine, as inclement weather can sometimes create ideal surfing opportunities. Participants should arrive at the meeting point promptly, as the group will depart for the beach at the scheduled start time to make the most of the session.
Surfing Conditions and Tide Information
Surf conditions and tides play a crucial role in determining the ideal times for the surf lesson.
The expert instructors adjust the schedule based on:
Expert instructors adjust schedules based on wind, swell, tide, beach, and weather conditions to ensure safe and enjoyable surfing lessons.
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Prevailing wind direction and speed
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Swell size, period, and direction
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Tide levels and times of high/low tide
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Beach break configurations and sandbar formations
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Weather patterns, such as rain or overcast skies
These factors ensure a safe and enjoyable surfing experience for students of all skill levels.
The team closely monitors the conditions and remains flexible to provide the best possible lesson at the optimal time, rain or shine.
Customer Reviews and Ratings
With the optimal surf conditions and tides in place, the quality of instruction becomes a crucial factor for customers.
Carrapateira Extreme Tours has received an impressive overall customer rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 59 reviews. Customers highlight the value for money and the high-quality instruction provided by the fluent Spanish, English, and Portuguese-speaking staff.
The personalized lessons tailored to individual skill levels, along with the focus on creating memorable experiences, contribute to the positive feedback. This track record suggests Carrapateira Extreme Tours delivers a surfing lesson that exceeds customer expectations.
The Sum Up
Carrapateira’s surfing lessons offer a thrilling experience tailored to all skill levels. With fluent instructors, personalized attention, and all necessary gear provided, it’s an excellent opportunity to learn or improve surfing techniques in a safe, uncrowded environment. At just $49.15 per person for a 1-2 hour session, it’s a fantastic value for an unforgettable adventure on the waves.
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