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Maceda Surf Camp

4.74 · 156 reviewsSuperhostOvar, PortugalAll levels

The house, and why we list it

One of Portugal's original surf camps, nestled in a pine forest near Porto since 1994. Eco-minded, unhurried, with a yoga shala and access to uncrowded beachbreaks north of the city.

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Hosted by Maceda Camp Team

Hosting since 1994

What's included

Board rental
Daily coaching
Meals included
Fast WiFi
Yoga shala
Eco-certified
Laundry
4.74156 reviews
Coaching
4.78
Accommodation
4.65
Food
4.72
Location
4.82
Value
4.97
Vibe
4.85

Ratings · broken down

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Marcus B.

Berlin · Stayed Oct 2025

Rapture is the real deal.
The coaching at Rapture Ericeira is on another level — video review after every session, small groups, and a rooftop terrace that makes the evenings worth staying in for. Left with a pop-up I've been chasing for three years.

AN
Aïcha N.

Paris · Stayed Sept 2025

Zero kitsch, all substance.
Booked Lapoint Ericeira solo thinking it'd be awkward; left with six new friends and a sunburn I'm still proud of. The converted winery is stunning — stone walls, old tile, a pool I moved into for three afternoons.

DR
Daniel R.

New York · Stayed Aug 2025

Sagres Natura is worth the drive south.
Being inside the natural park means the beaches aren't overrun. Small gripe — WiFi patchy in the bungalows; fine in the main building. Otherwise a brilliant week. The Wednesday coastal hike was a bonus I wasn't expecting.

SK
Saoirse K.

Dublin · Stayed July 2025

Baleal changed how I travel.
First surf holiday, won't be my last. The Baleal team has seen every nervous beginner — they're patient, funny, and genuinely invested. Three days in I was catching my own waves. Peniche is insane value compared to anywhere else in Europe.

Where you'll be surfing

Five minutes to the break, three waves within cycling distance — the van runs at dawn and dusk.

ATLANTIC COAST38.97°N · 9.42°W
Maceda Surf Camp
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