Surf Retreats

Surf and yoga retreats: how to choose

The level matters more than the place. A beginner week starts on soft boards in small waves with a coach beside you; an intermediate week moves to the reef and point breaks and adds video analysis. Many listings say which level they teach; if one does not, ask before you book.

Bali's south-west coast, around Canggu and Uluwatu, has breaks for every level; Morocco's Atlantic coast near Taghazout and Imsouane is known for long right-hand points; and Portugal's Peniche faces swell from several directions, so there is usually somewhere to surf. 14 of the 16 programmes here start between $445 and $1,460 per person, and the median starting price is $695.

Length

5–14 days

Median length

8 days

Starting prices, per person

$445–$1,460 (14 of 16)

Median starting price

$695

Prices are converted from each host's currency at the European Central Bank reference rate of November 4, 2026.

Before you book

• Ask which level the coaching is for, and how many surfers each coach looks after.
• Check what is included: board and wetsuit hire, transport to the beach, and how many sessions a day.
• Ask about travel insurance that covers surfing.

Frequently asked questions