5 Surf Lessons in Lisbon Worth Booking

1.1.5-Hour Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 275 reviews · 1 day · from $35Our pick

Meet Carcavelos Surf School at Praia de Carcavelos for a beginner-friendly lesson in English or Spanish. You’ll learn on the sand, then practice in the Atlantic with instructors such as Daniel, Nuno, Pedro, or Ivan. Wetsuits, boards, insurance, storage, and showers are included.

“It was my first surfing experience and I will never forget it. Our instructor, Daniel, was extremely talkative, helpful and happy to be around right from the start throughout the lesson. He was very supportive and corrected by giving accurate feedback wave by wave even spotting tiny mistakes. I had so much fun. I highly recommend it to everyone. If I find myself in Lisbon again, I will definitely do it again.”

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2.Lisbon Surf Guide – Surf class & Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · 3 hours · from $58Top rated

Meet Inês or her surf team in central Lisbon, ride in a van to the best available beach near Cascais or Costa da Caparica, and spend about 90 minutes surfing after a safety briefing and warm-up. Boards, wetsuits, transport, and insurance are included.

“Thoroughly enjoyed my first surfing session with an amazing guide. I highly recommend!”

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3.The Surf Instructor – surf lessons with transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · 3 hours · from $58

Travel by van from central Lisbon to Praia do Castelo, where a certified instructor teaches beach safety, board skills, and wave technique. Expect a small adult group, two hours in the water, equipment, showers, and optional surf photos. Children ages 5 to 10 receive private lessons.

“Everything was perfect, and I would recommend it to everyone. The instructors speak English perfectly, and they are very calm and helpful. There was also a photographer, and you can buy photos after surfing – I recommend that as well; the photos are great for memories. The transport from Lisbon and back was very comfortable. Thanks, and see you next time!”

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4.Surf Lesson in Lisbon – The surf experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

SurfIn takes you from central Lisbon across the 25 April Bridge to Tarquinio Beach for a 2.5-hour beginner lesson. Decio and instructors such as Luis, Lucas, Miguel, and Ruish provide wetsuits, boards, safety training, beach practice, water coaching, sunscreen, and a post-surf shower.

“First time trying to surf and had the pleasure of having Louis as our instructor who did a phenomenal job of teaching us how to surf. We also got a lift from our airbnb included in the price which was a nice luxury.”

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5.Epic Surf Lesson in Costa da Caparica

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · from $46

Meet Rafael, Vitor, or another Tiki Surf Academy instructor at Fonte da Telha beach for a two-hour beginner-friendly surf lesson. You’ll get a wetsuit and board, practise safety and technique on the sand, then head into the waves. Classes suit different ages and skill levels.

“It was an easy choice choosing Tiki Surf Academy! The instructor Rafael was really welcoming. He helped me develop my skills giving me great tips and training on the beach. He was great at teaching in the water aswell, giving us the best waveRead more”

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