vlna surf and travel cechy portugalsko sri lanka

June

France

Basic information:

Trip price:	375 EUR for one week
Instructors:	Ales Tuma, Barbora Hrusova, Tom Mosh
Transportation:	own transport
Visited destinations:	France
Surf equipment:	Included surfboard, leash, waxes. Best for beginners and advanced surfers alike.
Accommodation::	in bungalows for four people in Belambra resort with pool, 5min walk from the beach
Insurance:	not included
complementary activities:	trips around, BBQ, party, sunsets on the beach, chill by the pool

Available dates:

20. 06. 2025 - 27. 06. 2025 book

France is the mecca of European surfing and our ultimate favorite destination! Join us for a surf adventure on the southwest Atlantic coast, where endless sandy beaches meet rolling dunes, warm waters, and a laid-back surf vibe. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of this iconic surf region, indulge in exquisite French wine and cuisine, and get ready for an unforgettable experience.

Location

The area of Landes, southwestern France, is 230 km of sandy beaches and great waves, from Bordeaux to Bayonne. The entire coast is lined with sand dunes and pine groves, surf towns are connected by bike paths and paths. There is a pleasant summer surfing atmosphere everywhere – it is not in vain that this area is called California of Europe. The most famous city is Hossegor, which annually hosts the Quicksilver Pro France World Cup at the end of September. Hossegor is renowned not only for great surfing conditions, but also for great ice cream, cafes, bars, restaurants and surf shops. Our surf resort is located in the holiday village of Seignosse, 1.6 km away, near the Les Estagnots and Les Bourdaines surf spots. The beachbreak, where lessons will be held, is suitable for both beginners and advanced, and you can easily go to the beach in neoprene. Accommodation is just five minutes walk across the resort and the sand dune. The Landes area is also famous for the spa town of Biaritz or further south of San Sebastian, Spain.

Price

SURFER 560 EUR

4 x 2 lessons from professional instructors
rental of surf, leash and wax for the whole day and out of lessons
7x accommodation in beach bungalows of four people
lecture and instructional videos
videocoaching and photo shoots
accompanying program, BBQ dinner and beach party
longboard rental and use of tennis court, basketball court and swimming pool
assistance from the organizers throughout the camp
photos and videos from the entire stay
final cleaning and spa fee

insurance TA against bankruptcy
Wetsuite rental costs EUR 35 per week

NON-SURFING COMPANION 365 EUR

For those accompanying surfers but not participating in the lessons, we offer a special package. Non-surfing companions can enjoy the following:

7x accommodation in beach bungalows (shared with surfers)
Access to all non-surf activities, such as yoga classes, BBQ dinners, beach parties, and excursions
Access to the tennis court, basketball court, swimming pool, and longboard rentals
Participation in the lecture on ocean dynamics and viewing instructional videos
Assistance from the camp organizers throughout the stay
Photos and videos from the camp

This is a great opportunity to enjoy the beautiful surroundings, relax, and participate in the camp’s social activities while your surfing companion enjoys the lessons.

FREE SURFER 400 EUR

This package is designed for those who want to enjoy the surf camp atmosphere and all the activities without taking part in the surf lessons. Here’s what’s included:

Surfboard, leash, and wax rental for 6 days
7x accommodation in beach bungalows (shared with other participants)
Lecture on ocean dynamics and access to instructional videos
4x video coaching and photoshoots
Supporting program: BBQ dinners and beach parties
Access to longboard rentals and use of tennis courts, basketball courts, and the swimming pool
Assistance from camp organizers throughout the stay
Photos and videos of the entire stay
Tourist tax: 12 EUR
Insurance: Travel agency insolvency insurance

If you wish to rent a wetsuit, an additional 35 EUR will be charged for the week.

Yoga

The combination of yoga and surfing is already a tradition for our camps. Also in France, in addition to surf lessons, we will be doing a general stretching and relaxation of the muscles of the whole body through regular yoga classes. Classes are led by certified instructor Barbora Hrušová. “Yoga is adapted to stretch the most stressed parts of the body and provide relief in a sport that is new to most participants. Our goal is not to make yogis out of you, but to guide you safely through the asanas that are most appropriate for surfers. During the classes I base the lessons on hatha yoga, the principle of inhalation and exhalation is maintained, and at the end you will have relaxation and aromatherapy.”

Surfing

As part of the lessons, we will provide you with complete surfing equipment that will be available to you throughout your stay. Surf lessons will take place at Les Estagnots Beach, which is just a five-minute walk from our accommodation, under the guidance of experienced ISA licensed instructors. The lessons will be traditionally supported by videocoaching, regular photography and surf theory. There are other well-known surf spots nearby, such as Les Bourdaines, Les Casernes, La Nord, La Sud, Capbreton and the world-famous La Graviere.

Accommodation

Accommodation is provided in bungalows for four people in the holiday complex Belambra Estagnots, which is only a few minutes from the beach and surf spots. In the cottage are always two bedrooms, a common room with kitchen, bathroom and separate toilet. If we do not surf on the beach, we can use a large swimming pool and paddling pool, volleyball, tennis, basketball and children’s playground. There is a grocery store, a bakery and several restaurants by the area, and there are also famous surf beach bars. The popular Hossegor is less than a 20-minute walk from Seignosse along a sand dune bike path or 10-minute ride on longboard.

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Transportation

The best connections are currently to Bilbao (about 2.5 hours by car from us), Bordeaux (2h drive) or to Biarritz, followed by just a 30-minute drive to us. We can also pick you up from the airport with our van, see the transfer price list below.

We recommend booking your flights well in advance, as prices tend to rise closer to the holiday season. The cheapest options can be found on Kiwi.com or Skyscanner.com.

Transfer prices for the entire car and one-way trip:

Biarritz – 100 EUR
Bilbao – 200 EUR
Bordeaux – 170 EUR

We also recommend driving your own car, we’d be happy to send you a route itinerary for both budget-friendly routes (avoiding highways) or the paid highways route.

Many participants prefer renting a car at the airport because, after the lessons, there’s time for trips around the area. We can show you some great gastronomic experiences. We can also take a trip to San Sebastian in Spain for the best tapas in the world, and you’ll have the option to go shopping at larger supermarkets or outlets. Usually, a group of 5 people will coordinate in advance and rent a car through rentalcars.com, which also ensures transportation from and to the airport. We can easily walk to the beach, lessons, supermarket, and nearby bars. It’s entirely up to you!

SURFCHAMP 2025

PROGRAMME

DAY 1 – SATURDAY • arrival, pool or beach chill • evening welcome and meeting, gift giving, schedule of the week and motivational surf video
DAY 2 – SUNDAY • dividing into groups, First surf lesson • evening surf tutorials and videocoaching
DAY 3 – MONDAY • Second surf lesson, afternoon visit to outlets • evening surf lecture
DAY 4 – TUESDAY • Third surf lesson, trip to Hossegor
evening party on the beach
DAY 5 – WEDNESDAY • All day trip to San Sebastian, Spain, tasting the best tapas in the world or to the Biarritz, where European surfing began
DAY 6 – THURSDAY • Fourth surf lesson • Evening videocoaching, common BBQ
DAY 7 – FRIDAY • FREE SURFING • evening announcement of progressors of the week, screening of photos from the whole week, prizes and farewell party
DAY 8 – SATURDAY • Departure

INSURANCE

Each participant should have their own travel insurance. As most of us will be doing a sporting activity on the beach, we recommend taking out additional insurance for risk sports and third party insurance.

FAQ

Can I participate in the surfcamp if I go alone?
Certainly yes, you won’t be the only one, many participants go single and some even go double ? We always connect you all before the trip, so you can travel together and there is a common program in place. We will put you in a room with other individuals or smaller groups, so you really don’t have to be afraid to go out alone.

I have never surfed, can I still participate?
All our surfcamps are designed for complete beginners as well as more advanced surfers. However, the vast majority are complete beginners like you, so don’t worry, you won’t be alone.

Who will I live with if I am not traveling in a larger group?
We always try to divide participants into boys’ and girls’ rooms, if you want your own room, you have to pay the difference for an unoccupied bed.

Is the surfcamp program mandatory and do I have to participate in everything?
The whole program is optional, so if you feel tired or just want to chill, let us know, put your feet up in a hammock or relax on the beach. Do you have a holiday:)