Ericeira Surf & Work
OCT 2024
Overview
Live and work on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean in a thriving fisherman’s village for a whole month, while surfing everyday in the famous World Surfing Reserve.
Duration
31 days / 30 nights*
Difficulty
Easy - from total beginners to advanced surfers
Meeting point
Lisbon Humberto Delgado / Portela Airport (LIS)
Location
Ericeira, Portugal
Accommodation
Private Atlantic villa
Price
From € 1 990
*The duration of the trip lasts from meeting at Lisbon Humberto Delgado / Portela Airport (LIS) until the flight home from the same airport.
Description
Ericeira was named after the famous ouriços, referring to the name for sea urchins – as you may well guess, there is an abundance of sea-urchins along the beaches. The city is a blend of modern and traditional: you will find old bakeries and classic fish restaurants as well as new wave cafes and contemporary tapas eateries in the blue and white themed town. Today, Ericeira is a multicultural small town and a popular seaside resort that has retained its authentic charm, with narrow cobbled streets and surfboards alongside freshly painted fishing boats.
Ericeira has a reputation of all-year-long good waves. No wonder why it deserved to earn the World Surfing Reserve title! Ericeira was only the second Reserve to be distinguished worldwide and the first one in Europe.
This is our first destination to organize a whole month-long stay, and the spot lives well up to its reputation as a surf paradise. You can score great waves each and every day, but you will also have a good chance to enjoy some quality time off doing yoga or just chilling on one of the amazing natural beaches.
A typical sight on your way to the beach
The most famous surf spot in Ericeira - Ribeira D’Ilhas
Chilling on the beach after a rad session
The port of the local fishermen from a bird’s-eye view
Day trip to the westernmost point of Europe
The GoBeyond headquarters for the whole month
A session with our local surf instructor
You’ll be scoring waves like this in no time!
A day trip to Nazaré, home of the biggest waves on Earth
A stop to try the smooth waves at Peniche
The locals of the fishing town Ericeira
Walk with me
Gazing around from the rocky beach is a great activity on its own
Surf training for the local competitors at Pedra Branca
Details
ERICEIRA - THE MONTH LONG SURFER HOME OFFICE
OCT 2024
The duration of the trip lasts from meeting at Lisbon Humberto Delgado / Portela Airport (LIS) until the flight home from the same airport. The flight there and back might take an extra day, depending on where you are travelling from.
From € 1 990
Included in the price
- 30 nights accommodation in double rooms
- A package of 10 surf lessons and surf guiding according to skill level
- Surfboard and wetsuit rental
- Unlimited car usage (shopping, beach, etc.)
- Daytrip options (Lisbon, Sintra, Nazaré, Peniche, Obidos…)
Optional extras
- A single bedroom has a surcharge of € 1 000 (as long as available)
- For a handling fee of € 50, the GoBeyond team can handle your flight tickets and insurance
Further expenses
- Plane tickets to and from the meeting point – Lisbon Humberto Delgado / Portela Airport (LIS)
- Travel insurance that covers surfing
- Personal expenses
- Lunches & dinners
Accommodation
Private atlantic villa in the heart of a small fishing village by the ocean with stylish rooms, a cozy common room and a BBQ in the garden.
Surf package
Surf will be taught by Lorenzo, our professional local surf coach. Ericeira has a lot of beaches for various skill levels, and our coach is always going to decide which one to go to according to the swell and wind direction, tidal movements and the skill of the group.
Weather
Mild and moderate oceanic climate 15-25°C, water temperature 16-22°C. Lots of sunshine with a possibility of rain and windy weather. Mostly shorts and T-shirts but do carry warmer clothes and a warm and waterproof jacket with you, as the weather in March can still be a bit tricky. Please note that in this part of the Atlantic you basically always have to wear a wetsuit.
Group
Maximum of 8 people, usually mixed nationalities. Solo travelers, group of friends and couples with varying surfing skills and experience.
Photo & Video
All the photos and videos you see are from our previous camps. We produce high-quality content of all our camps, which you will receive after returning home to remember all the amazing memories.
Travel insurance
You will need an insurance that covers surfing accidents. You can contact us and we are happy to recommend the most suitable one.
Meals
Lunches by the sea and gourmet dinners at the best venues of town, like a local fish bar or a Michelin-nominated restaurant nearby. Ericeira is thriving with fresh local seafood like grilled octopus and various mussels like the famous goose neck barnacle. On some nights we will have a BBQ party or home baked codfish and salmon on the terrace of our villa.
Surf conditions
Ericeira is often regarded as the surf capital of Portugal and offers an impressive variety of surf spots, crammed into just a few kilometers of coast. Some of these are typical beach breaks and perfect for beginners. For more experienced surfers, Ericeira and surroundings is like heaven on earth. There is always a spot to check out, including the world famous long and hollow wave of Ribeira D´Ilhas. This surf town is your best bet to have good quality consistent waves in March. Some days we might even venture further up north to Peniche or south towards Carcavelos beach and the other surf spots along the Lisbon coast. This is also the place to go when the western swells are too big or blown out.
Local transportation
Comfortable minivans with AC for transfers from airport, surf sessions and to all sights hiking trips and recreational activities. To some of the beaches you can literally walk barefoot from our villa!
Activities & sights
When not on the surfboards we will hike to some amazing scenery like the famous Sintra Palace or Cabo da Roca, the continent’s westernmost point. Besides day trips to the charming Lisbon, Portugal has a lot of historical sites we can visit, like Obidos or Nazaré, home to the biggest waves on Earth. We will also have a chance to enjoy a wine tasting and some amazing local cuisine in one of the nearby Quintas.
Personal expenses
Depending on spending habits your budget for the trip should range from 400-600 EUR. For reference, a meal is between 5-15 EUR.
Program
As the name of our trip suggests, this is a home office camp where everyone is working from home during most of the day. This means we cannot prepare an exact program schedule like on many of our other tours. We use our scenic oceanside villa as our base to work, and are up to catching some fabulous waves whenever we can, according to where the conditions are the best at the time.
We are taking everyone’s work schedule into consideration, and arranging the day trips (to Lisbon, Nazaré, Sintra and many more) mainly for the weekends. In the meantime, we make sure to give space to both individual and community programs - the most important takeaway of this camp is to have a great and active time while working in your normal schedule.
Application
1
Enquiry
Call us, email us or use the form below
2
Availability confirmation
We will get back to you within 48h
3
Booking
Secure your spot with a deposit & travel contract
4
Plane tickets & Visa arrangement if needed
Typically 1-2 months before departure
5
Second Instalment
30 days before departure
6
GoBeyond Adventure starts
We greet you at the meeting point
Get in touch with us
Phone: +43 660 552 2466 | Email: hello@gobeyond.travel
Ericeira Surf & Work
Q&A
Obviously yes, at least half of the group always consists of beginners. We have found perfect conditions for beginners each year, and with the help of the professional instructors, you will be able to learn the basics very effectively.
Mild and moderate oceanic climate 15-25°C, water temperature 14-22°C. Lots of sunshine with a possibility of rain and windy weather. Mostly shorts and T-shirts but do carry warmer clothes and a warm and waterproof jacket with you, as the weather in March can still be a bit tricky. Please note that in this part of the Atlantic you basically always have to wear a wetsuit.
A BTS tour guide and professional local instructors with many years of experience.
For experienced surfers, Ericeira and surroundings is like heaven on earth. You can choose from over 15 surf spots in just 8 kilometers of coastline. In case you want to try something different during your month-long stay, you’ll find the beautiful beach breaks of Santa Cruz and Praia Azul a 20-km-drive away.. The famous beach breaks of Peniche are also just an hour drive. To the south, you have Praia do Magoito, Praia Grande and Praia do Guincho. You can even venture further south towards Carcavelos beach and the other surf spots along the Lisbon coast. This is also the place to go when the western swells are too big or blown out.
When not on the surfboards you can always enjoy Lisbon’s vibrant sites, museum and restaurant scene. As this wouldn't be enough already, there are a lot of natural and historical wonders around enough for several day trips.
Private atlantic villa in the heart of a small fishing village by the ocean with super cozy and stylish rooms.
Not at all. There are always people who come alone, so you can be sure that you’ll make new friends!
It really depends on spending habits. We recommend a budget range of 400-600 EUR. For reference, a meal is between 5-15 EUR.
The local currency is euro. There are plenty of exchange offices at the airport and also several ATMs close to our accommodation.
Ericeira is in Portugal so most nationalities don’t need a Visa.
Delicious local cuisine with fresh and healthy ingredients, a lot of fish and other seafood, wine and cheese.
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The natural and cultural scenery of a destination are just as important to us as quality and uncrowded waves. Even when scoring two sessions a day, we still have enough time to explore the surrounding area.
And we are not afraid to #gobeyond when it comes to having a rad time - even if it means taking that third transfer with a propeller plane or paddling in chilly water.
Whether you’re a rookie or a pro, feel free to join one of our surf camps.
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