8 Day Women's Surf and Yoga Retreat in Algarve, Portugal - Find balance by the Ocean

Saltwater, sunshine, movement, and a group of women who came to Portugal for much the same reason: to have fun and feel alive. This seven-night women-only retreat brings together surfing, yoga, nourishing food, and easygoing connection for an active week shaped by the rhythm of the ocean. With a maximum of 16 guests, the experience has the energy of a shared adventure while remaining intimate enough to feel personal. Five surf lessons form the heart of the week, with instruction suited to everyone from first-time surfers to those with more experience in the water. Boards, wetsuits, and transportation are taken care of, leaving you free to concentrate on the waves—and enjoy the inevitable laughter that comes with learning something new. Off the water, five Hatha yoga classes provide a natural counterbalance to active surf days, creating time to stretch, slow down, and reconnect with your body. There is also a sauna for post-surf relaxation and mountain bikes available when you feel like exploring on your own. Meals are part of the social experience, with daily breakfasts and five lunches, dinners, and homemade snacks included throughout the week. It’s the kind of retreat where time around the table can become just as memorable as time in the water. With approximately seven hours of activity on scheduled days, this is decidedly more active than a traditional relaxation retreat. The luxury is in having everything arranged for you—the equipment, meals, movement, and welcoming home base—so your biggest decision might simply be whether to surf, stretch, explore, or linger a little longer in the sunshine. Come for the waves. Leave with salty hair, stronger surf skills, and perhaps a few new friendships you weren’t expecting. **Best suited for:** Women traveling solo or with friends, active wellness travelers, surf beginners and experienced surfers, and anyone seeking a social, energetic retreat combining ocean adventure, yoga, nourishing meals, relaxation, and female connection in Portugal.