Surf students carrying foam boards into small waves on a beach

Beginners welcome

Yes, anyone can surf in Nazaré.

The town beach — Praia da Nazaré — has gentle, beginner-friendly waves most of the year. Praia do Norte also offers smaller, manageable waves when there's no big-wave forecast.

Lessons run year-round but the warmest, most consistent beginner conditions are May–October. Expect to pay €30–€40 for a 2-hour group lesson including board and wetsuit. On flat days at Praia do Norte, you can also find gentler waves suitable for intermediates.

Surf lessons & guiding in Nazaré

Booked through GetYourGuide — Nazaré surf schools only, instant booking and free cancellation.

Instructor and student in wetsuits carrying surfboards into the sea

Surf lesson with instructor and equipment

2 hours · Group lesson on Nazaré's town beach with a certified instructor. Board and wetsuit included.

Surf instructor coaching students on boards laid on the sand

Nazaré Surf School — private lessons

2 hours · One-to-one coaching from a local surf school, tailored to your level. Equipment included.