Surf Season Never Sleeps: Why Winter Waves Are Worth It

For most travelers, surf season ends when summer does. But for those who truly love the ocean, winter is when Portugal’s waves come alive. Along the Alentejo coast, the cooler months bring consistent, glassy swells, empty lineups, and golden light that turns each surf session into something almost cinematic.

Here, the sea takes center stage — untamed, rhythmic, and full of power. Whether you’re just learning or looking for cleaner, faster breaks, this time of year is ideal. Spots like Malhão, Porto Covo, and Aivados stay wild but accessible, and the absence of crowds makes it easier to find your flow.

Back at Quinta Camarena, you’ll warm up by the fire, share surf stories over dinner, and wake up ready to do it all again. The rhythm becomes simple: surf, eat, rest, repeat. Add a yoga session to stretch out sore muscles or a visit to the sauna, and you’ve found the sweet spot between adventure and restoration.

So if you’ve been missing the waves — come in winter. You’ll experience Portugal’s surf scene the way locals love it most: pure, peaceful, and all yours.