Winter in Portugal

Två glada surfare på surf & work som gör en brofist med varandra

Tired of the Swedish winter?

Swap Sweden’s long, dark winter for a wonderful week of surfing by the sea, where the sun often shines, the temperatures are pleasant, and the days are much longer. Many people think winter surfing in Portugal is cold, unfriendly and dull, but it’s actually the opposite. Winter in Baleal offers truly great surf days, sunshine and amazing weather!

Fyra personer sitter avslappnat på stranden med surfbrädor i förgrunden, njuter av en paus under en inspirerande konferensresa vid havet

Winter surfing and sunsets

Many people think of surfing as a summer sport, but the truth is there’s no reason not to surf in Europe during the winter months. The waves can get bigger, but here in Baleal there are always sheltered beaches where smaller waves roll in, creating perfect conditions for beginners, all thanks to our peninsula.

Baleal also offers a lively selection of shops and restaurants throughout the winter. The village is never quiet, and the nature is just as magical all year round. Our surf camp is idyllically located by the cliffs, where days can be spent strolling along the coast and enjoying beautiful sunsets. Winter in Portugal is hard to beat!

Surfare med Magnus & friends rashguard, glad i vattnet efter att ha surfat en bra våg

This is included in the winter surf package

The Winter Surf Package is available from November 23 to March 8 (except week 9).

7 nights in comfortable accommodation within walking distance of the surf
Access to shared spaces, including a living room and fully equipped kitchen
3 days of surf lessons (2 hours each) to help you improve your skills
Swedish staff on hand to answer questions or assist with anything you need
Access to a desk and fast WiFi (500/100 Mbps)
Wetsuit and surfboard rental – surf as much as you like
Towels, bed linens, and room cleaning included (bring your own beach towel)

Price: 7,995 SEK

En surfare på en våg med en Magnus & friends-rashguard på

Thinking about a longer stay?

Winter is the perfect time to stay a little longer. With us, you can easily extend your stay by a few weeks and truly explore Portugal. Work, surf, discover, and enjoy more hours of sunshine than back home. The longer you stay, the more you get out of your trip.

Extra weeks: 6,995 SEK

Booking Terms

You only pay 30% of the trip price within 10 days of booking, and the remaining 70% is due no later than 60 days before departure. If there are fewer than 60 days until departure at the time of booking, the full amount must be paid immediately.

For cancellations made more than 60 days before departure, all payments will be refunded, except for the booking fee (30%) for trips that include flights. For cancellations made 59 days or fewer before departure, no refund will be issued.

Booking and Add-Ons

To make a booking, email us at [email protected] and we’ll help you through the process, or call us at +46 8 502 353 50.

You can also book airport transfers with us at any time. Contact us for more information.

Två surfare som är påväg ut i vattnet för att fånga några vågor i Baleal, Portugal

The weather during the winter

“But doesn’t it rain all the time in winter?” Not at all! Just like at home, there can be the occasional shower, but definitely not all the time. Winter here often brings sunny days with a pleasant 15–20°C in the shade and much warmer in the sun. It feels more like a Swedish early summer than winter, and with almost twice as many hours of sunshine as in Stockholm, you’ll definitely get more energy and a better mood!

Drönarbild på stranden och klipporna i Baleal, Portugal

Combine Work and Surf

Want to start your day with a refreshing morning walk along the beach before diving into work? Or why not spend your lunch break on a surfboard?

Our surf camp is not just the perfect place for a surf holiday, it is also a great option if you can work remotely and want to combine work with waves. In our villas you will have access to desks, shared workspaces, and of course fast WiFi. Plus, there are plenty of cozy cafés and restaurants nearby, like Washed Up and Tugos, where you can work for a change of scenery. Here your daily routine and free time feel so much more inspiring than back home in a grey Sweden.

Två glada personer står på stranden med en surfbräda, njuter av en paus från coworking för en surflektion under en solig dag vid havet

"I chose to spend a month in Baleal as an investment in myself and my surfing dream, while also being able to handle the administrative work for my tattoo studio."

- Erik

Vår gäst Erik på Surf & Work resa i Portugal.

Explore Local Restaurants

Fewer tourists in the winter means you rarely have to wait in line or book a table far in advance, a luxury that isn’t always possible during peak season. Baleal may be a small village, but there are several lovely restaurants and bars to discover.

Start your day with a coffee at Washed Up and enjoy lunch at Tugos, where their famous Tugos Bun is a must. As evening approaches, a sangria at the beachfront bar Tribo is perfect for sunset, before rounding off the day at Taberna, the village’s best restaurant, where you can enjoy fresh fish.