Join the world’s premier big wave surf retreat for a week of elite sport, relaxation and camaraderie in the heart of Portugal.
Request an invitation ↗Nazaré is the home of giants, steeped in tradition and a deep connection to the ocean. Our goal is to immerse you in this culture as well as afford you the blessing of riding one of the world’s most exclusive waves.
Riding the wave of Nazare requires every move to be intentional and every sense honed in the moment. We surf for the opportunity to be present in one of the world’s most challenging environments where the risk is just as tremendous as the reward.
Meet and train with the world’s best team in big wave surfing. They’re born and raised Nazare and know exactly what it takes to ride the wave. Training will consist of equipment familiarity, dry instruction, and wet practicals. Skill levels will be evaluated and surfers will be placed in appropriate waters.
You’ll also receive world class video footage of your sessions with one of the best videographers in the business whose work can be found on HBO’s ‘100 Foot Wave’.
Recovery is critical, especially when you're riding some of the world's biggest waves, so we've taken care of things at the Villa. You'll have access to expert-rated recovery tools, a wood-fired sauna, cold plunge, and pool to keep things moving how they should.
We also recognize nature's best road to recovery as a great meal and quality rest, so we hired a professional chef to prepare your breakfasts and dinners with an athlete's nutrition in mind. However, we know how quickly hunger can strike, so we've stocked the Villa with ready-to-eat and easy-to-prepare food for your grazing convenience.
Porto · Livraria Lello, celebrated for its ornate wooden staircase and historic interiors.
Between sessions, explore Portugal's food, architecture and culture—from Lisbon’s historic neighborhoods to Porto’s riverfront and lesser-known coastal villages. Excursions are planned around the ocean schedule and available time.
Long-distance excursions, including Porto, depend on itinerary feasibility and conditions; specific trips will be confirmed before booking.
You'll call home a magnificently renovated 19th-century quinta, surrounded by fig and olive trees, with Lusitano horses roaming freely.
Situated in the heart of Portugal's Ribatejo region, the villa places you within reach of remarkable historic towns, cultural landmarks and UNESCO World Heritage sites for your casual wandering. Between sessions, return to exceptional countryside views, chef-prepared meals, a pool and dedicated recovery spaces.
Our itinerary is split between Performance and Recovery. Early rises can begin at 5:00 AM when conditions call for it. Two teams alternate between coached ocean sessions and time to unwind or explore Portugal.
Arrival, team introductions where possible, welcome dinner and division into Team One and Team Two.
Team One: instruction and first planned ocean session. Team Two: relax, recover and explore.
Team Two: instruction and first planned ocean session. Team One: relax, recover and explore.
Team One: second planned ocean session. Team Two: relax, recover and explore.
Team Two: second planned ocean session. Team One: relax, recover and explore.
Team One: final planned ocean session. Team Two: relax, recover and explore.
Team Two: final planned ocean session. Team One: relax, recover and explore. Farewell party in the evening.
Breakfast, checkout and arranged departure transfers.
Places are intended for experienced participants who understand the risks of giant-wave surfing. Applications are reviewed for suitability before any booking discussion.