Celebrate New Year’s at Our Surf Camp Near Lisbon
Gota Dagua Camp - New Year’s Edition
Join us for a one-of-a-kind New Year’s Eve experience at Gota Dagua Surf Camp, located near Lisbon! Book your stay and enjoy surf lessons, yoga sessions, fun camp activities, and a fantastic NYE celebration. Choose between our 7-day package or a special 3-night, 4-day getaway. You’ll enjoy incredible food, daily surf lessons, and a special New Year’s Eve dinner, followed by a lively party to ring in the new year! Whether you’re solo or with friends, create unforgettable memories with surf lovers from all over the world!
Surf camp surfing packages for all levels
Choose from our 7-day or 4-day packages, perfect for all skill levels. Both options include group lessons and surf coaching from our certified instructors, as well as theory sessions with video analysis to enhance your progress. Surf, celebrate, and make new friends in an unbeatable setting!
OUR SURF HOUSE IN COSTA DA CAPARICA, PORTUGAL
FACILITIES
step inside our surf house in COSTA DA CAPARICA
PACKAGE
Surf Camp Pack
from 429€ /person
Included:
- 7 Nights accommodation
- 7 Healthy breakfast
- 6 Dinners (starter, main, dessert)
- Free access to all surf equipment
- Towel, linen and room cleaning
- Free camp activities
Add ons:
- Standard Surf Course (5 lessons)
- Intensive Surf Course (7 lessons)
- Yoga Pack
- Airport Transfer
Not Included:
- Flight to and from Portugal
- Transfer from the Airport (booked separately)
- One dinner per week (dinner out activity)
- Lunches during the week
- Alcoholic drinks
flexible Pack
Can’t Stay for a Full Week? No worries, we’ve got you covered.
ABOUT COSTA DA CAPARICA
endless atlantic sand, with Lisbon minutes away
Costa da Caparica is the main surf town near Lisbon, located just across the bridge from the city.
It is one of the most accessible surf destinations in Europe, known for its long sandy beaches, consistent Atlantic waves, and relaxed surf lifestyle.
This makes it one of the best locations for a surf camp in Portugal combining surfing, travel, and Lisbon city experience.
The surf camp is located in Costa da Caparica, just 20 minutes from Lisbon and walking distance to multiple surf beaches along the Atlantic coastline.
You’ll be close to beach bars, cafés, surf spots, and Lisbon nightlife, while staying in a relaxed coastal surf environment.
How to Get Here
Getting to Costa da Caparica is simple via Lisbon Airport, one of Europe’s most accessible surf travel hubs.
By Public Transport
Local bus or road transfer
The journey takes around 30–45 minutes depending on connections. You can travel easily from Lisbon city or airport to Costa da Caparica by bus, taxi, or rideshare.
By Gota Dagua Transfer
We can organise private transfers directly to the surf camp.
The journey takes around 25–35 minutes depending on traffic and offers a fast, stress-free arrival after landing in Lisbon.
€35 per way per car (up to 3 people). Book it directly with us for a smooth arrival at our surf camp in Portugal.
THINGS TO KNOW
when you arrive in Portugal there is a few things you need to know
The official currency in Portugal is the Euro (€)
A meal at a local restaurant typically costs between €10 and €20 per person
Alcohol is permitted in Portugal and is available at supermarkets, restaurants, bars, and cafés
Average temperatures range from 15°C in winter to 32°C in summer
Atlantic water is cooler, perfect to refresh in the summer (15ºC - 22ºC)
SURF LEVELS
Our surf courses are built to help you progress at your own pace on the Atlantic beach breaks of Costa da Caparica. Coaching is adapted to your level, ensuring steady improvement throughout your week near Lisbon.
LEVEL 1
beginner
For you if you have never surfed, or tried once or twice. You start in the white water close to shore, learning to paddle, pop up and ride your first waves with an instructor next to you.
LEVEL 2
intermediate
For you if you can already catch white water on your own and want to reach the green, unbroken wave. You work on take off timing, positioning and going left and right along the wave.
LEVEL 3
advanced intermediate
For you if you ride green waves confidently and want to sharpen up. You work on wave selection, bottom turns and your first manoeuvres, with video analysis to see what to fix.
LEVEL 4
free surf
For you if you are fully independent in the water. No lessons needed. You pick your own waves and our team points you to the best peaks working that day.
SURF CAMP WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
A full weekly schedule designed to combine surfing, social connection, and lifestyle experiences near Lisbon.
At Gota Dagua Surf Camp Costa da Caparica, we offer more than just surf lessons in Portugal. Alongside daily surf coaching, we organise a range of social and outdoor activities designed to bring guests together and create a complete surf camp experience near Lisbon.
From sunset sessions and surf skate training to relaxed social evenings at the house, these experiences help guests connect, stay active, and enjoy the best of Costa da Caparica’s surf lifestyle
ACTIVITIES
WHY GO TO A SURF CAMP?
Surf Progression
A surf camp gives you the time and space to improve on the water.
With daily lessons, guidance when you need it, and the freedom to try waves at your own pace, you grow your skills naturally.
Group Experience
Beyond surfing, itʼs about the people you meet. Sharing meals, sunsets, and laughs with others who love the ocean creates a sense of community long after the waves are behind you.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need any surf experience?
None at all. Most of our guests arrive having never stood on a board. We run a beginner / intermediate / advanced system and your instructor assesses you in the first session so you’re in the right group. Experienced surfers who don’t want lessons can free surf or join guided sessions to the local breaks.
Do I need to know how to swim?
You don’t need to be a strong swimmer for beginner lessons. We stay in shallow water, waist to hip depth, with your instructor beside you the whole time. You just need to feel comfortable near the ocean, and we adapt everything to your pace. No pressure, ever.
Is the camp good for solo travellers?
It’s one of the best ways to travel alone. Around 40–50% of our guests arrive on their own. Shared meals, group lessons and evening activities make it effortless to meet people, and there’s a WhatsApp group before you even land. Most solo guests leave with friends they keep.
Where is the camp and how do I get there from Lisbon Airport?
We’re in Costa da Caparica, about 20 minutes from Lisbon and roughly 30 minutes from Lisbon Airport. You can take a taxi or Uber straight to the camp, or book our airport transfer when you reserve. Message us your arrival time on WhatsApp (+351 939 591 707) and we’ll make sure someone’s expecting you.
When is the best time of year to surf in Costa da Caparica?
You can surf here all year. Summer (June–September) has the warmest weather, the most social camp and the friendliest beginner waves. Spring and autumn are the sweet spot, good swell, fewer people, still warm. Winter brings the biggest, most powerful waves, best for intermediate and advanced surfers.
Do I need a wetsuit? How cold is the water?
Wetsuits are provided free, and yes, you’ll want one, the Atlantic here sits between roughly 15°C and 22°C year-round. Just bring swimwear to go underneath, plus a beach towel (we provide bed linen, not beach towels).
What's included in the week?
Seven nights’ accommodation, seven breakfasts, six family-style dinners, free access to all surf equipment, towels, linen and room cleaning, plus the weekly camp activities, including a BBQ and a wine tasting evening. Surf courses (Standard or Intensive), yoga packs and airport transfers are optional add-ons.
What are the rooms like?
You can choose shared dorms (4, 6 or 8 beds) or private rooms, cozy, standard, superior ensuite or triple ensuite. All guests share the pool and the large garden, with a restaurant and bar right next door. Dorms are the most social option and the favourite among solo travellers.
How many students are there per instructor?
A maximum of five. We keep groups deliberately small so you get real feedback after every wave and progress much faster than in a big school class. All our instructors are certified surf coaches with surf rescue training.
What's the cancellation policy?
You can cancel free of charge up to 7 days after your booking date, and rebook for free up to 14 days before arrival. Full terms here.
