

Jho'La Surf Camp
📍 Algarve & South Portugal, Portugal
Camp Score
GoodBased on reviews, coaching quality, value, and local ownership.
About
Jho'La Surf Camp limits capacity to 10 guests for genuinely personalized instruction from Francisco—a marine biologist turned surf coach who shapes boards and cooks with his family's olive oil. Solar-powered, 2 minutes from Praia da Luz.
Packages & Pricing
7 Days Surf & Stay
A week-long surf program on the Algarve coast with certified instructors who drive you daily to the best breaks for your level. You stay in the cozy surf house just 2 minutes from Praia da Luz beach, wake up to healthy breakfasts, and refuel with lunch snack-packs between sessions. Evening brings homemade Portuguese dinners prepared by your host Francisco, a marine biologist who brings deep ocean knowledge to every lesson. This is surfing the way it should be: personal, unhurried, and rooted in authentic Portuguese hospitality.
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- 5 lunch snack-packs
- 2 homemade Portuguese dinners
- 5 days of surf lessons (3 hours daily)
7 Days Surf Guiding
Already comfortable on a board? This guiding package takes experienced surfers to the best breaks along the west and south Algarve coast. Local Portuguese surf guides know every reef, point, and beach break in the region and select spots based on daily conditions and your ability. You get 5 days of guided surf sessions, all equipment included, plus the usual surf house perks: breakfast, lunch packs, and homemade dinners. Surf with the locals and find waves you would never discover on your own.
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- 5 lunch snack-packs
- 2 homemade Portuguese dinners
- 5 days of surf guiding
7 Days Diving & Stay
For certified divers who want to explore what lies beneath the Algarve waves. This package combines 7 nights at the surf camp with 5 days of diving on the south coast, two dives per day. You gear up at the partner dive school, get briefed, and then discover underwater caves, marine life, and shipwrecks. Between dives, you return to the surf house for healthy meals and relaxation. A perfect way to experience the ocean from every angle.
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- 5 lunch snack-packs
- 2 homemade Portuguese dinners
- 5 days of diving (2 dives per day)
7 Days Yoga & Surf
Combine Atlantic surf sessions with daily yoga practice in the Algarve sun. Mornings start with breakfast, then you head to the beach for 3 hours of surf coaching. Afternoons bring yoga sessions designed to improve your flexibility, balance, and wave-riding performance. The surf house features a wooden deck perfect for practice, and meals emphasize organic ingredients and local produce. After a week, you return home more flexible, more confident in the water, and thoroughly relaxed.
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- 5 lunch snack-packs
- 2 homemade Portuguese dinners
- 5 days of surf lessons (3 hours daily)
Prices at Jho'La Surf Camp may vary by season. Contact the camp directly for current availability and booking.
Accommodation Options
Yellow Room
🛏️ 2 bed(s)
Bright and airy private room perfect for couples seeking comfort after a day of surfing in the Algarve. Features two single beds that can join into a king-size, a spacious wardrobe with lockers, and a dressing table. The window overlooks a quiet inner garden filled with aromatic herbs. Access the rooftop terrace with hammocks and a wooden yoga deck. Just 2 minutes from Praia da Luz beach.
Red Room
🛏️ 2 bed(s)
Cozy private room ideal for couples or friends traveling together to surf Portugal. Offers two single beds that combine into a king-size, plus a dressing table and spacious wardrobe with secure lockers. Step onto the big terrace with hammocks and a garden patio featuring a wooden deck for morning yoga practice. Bars, restaurants, and the beach are all within a 2-minute walk.
Green Room
🛏️ 3 bed(s)
Comfortable shared accommodation for solo surfers and travelers on a budget. This room has one single bed plus a bunk bed for up to 3 guests, a dressing table, and a roomy wardrobe with lockers to store your gear. Enjoy access to the sunny terrace with hammocks and the garden yoga deck. The beach, local restaurants, and village amenities are all just minutes away on foot.
Blue Room
🛏️ 3 bed(s)
Social and budget-friendly shared room for surf enthusiasts looking to meet fellow travelers. Features one single bed and a bunk bed, accommodating up to 3 guests. Includes a dressing table and spacious wardrobe with personal lockers for valuables. Direct access to the large terrace with hammocks and the garden patio with yoga deck. Everything within walking distance in Praia da Luz village.
Room availability and prices at Jho'La Surf Camp may vary by season. Contact the camp directly for current rates and booking.