To all at Lipke surf camp,
I am one of the 7 people who stayed in the townhouse last week and on
behalf of us all would like to say a big thank you to you guys for making
our holiday so much fun. We all enjoyed the whole experience; everything
from the actual surfing to the night life of Lagos! Could you pass on
special thanks to Jamie and Matt for their surfing tuition and all their
guidance on where to eat and go out. Tell Jamie the doctor said my nose is
probably broken but I have to wait a couple of weeks for the swelling to go
down before they decide if they are gonna do anything.
Many thanks
Sarah.
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Congratulations to Marlon for entering the WCT Top 45 for 2009. Let's hope he becomes World Champion one day !!!
The Southwestern tip of the Algarve is a surfing destination unrivaled anywhere in Europe and unique in the way that it will give you a genuine taste of surfing lifestyle in an environment of great natural beauty and with a sunny climate year round. Sagres’ coastline is a Peninsula that provides good surfing conditions year round on any surf spot at a time, regardless of swell or wind conditions. Wave size and quality range from average to epic, with an assortment of reefs and beach breaks that covers the whole range of surfing skills, from beginners to experienced.
The Surfcamp was founded in 1993 and has been stylishly developed into a combination of surfing and partying. The owner's son, Marlon Lipke, is the European Pro Junior Champion 2004 and 3rd in the World Pro Junior 2004 ranking. The Surfhouse offers great villa accommodation 5 minutes from downtown Lagos, with double rooms with private bathrooms, garden with swimming pool and social area with bar, pool and satellite TV. The camp offers tuition for beginners and guided tours for experienced surfers to the best spots in the area.
The Surfhouse
The Surfhouse offers great villa accommodation 5 minutes from downtown Lagos, with double rooms with private bathrooms, gardens with swimming pool and social area with bar, pool and satellite TV.
Facilities:
- Villa 5 minutes from downtown Lagos
- Double rooms with large beds and private bathroom
- Kitchen and dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Sauna
- Large lounge witn bar, pool billiard and satellite TV
- DVD with great selection of surf movies and magazines
- Garden with swimming pool
The Surf
Surf Courses & Tours
Daily surf lessons for all levels, beginners to advance. Daily guided tours to the best surf spots for the experienced surfers (these can bring their own surfgear if they want and get a cheaper deal at the surfhouse)
Surf Destination The Southwestern tip of the Algarve is a wild and uncrowded stretch of coast yet minutes away from the famous resorts of Lagos and Sagres, both with plenty of nightlife. It is a surfing destination unrivaled anywhere in Europe and unique in the way that it will give you a genuine taste of surfing lifestyle. The Western coast is one of the major surfing destinations for serious surfers from around the globe as the long Atlantic rollers sweeping onto the west coast beaches offer ideal surfing conditions. Wave size and quality range from average to epic, with an assortment of reefs and beach breaks. The Algarve is also the warmest place in Portugal and the most touristic one, with plenty of night live and attractions. The surf itself is surrounded by a breathtaking scenery, with steep reddish cliffs, wide sandy beaches and no real estate developments or seaside resorts in sight. The whole area is protected and part of the Costa Vicentina Natural Park. The access to the beaches is usually by dirt tracks twisting through a spectacular scenery. Regarded by many surfers as Europe's great hidden secret for surfing for both beginners and experts, Sagres offers you blue skies, crystal clear waters and uncrowded waves. Thanks to its unique location on Europe’s southwestern-most cape,Sagres enjoys the best of both coasts, Southern and Western, always providing a surfing alternative according to the swell and within a maximum thirty minute drive. The West Coast receives swells from the north and southeast. This coast has consistent waves throughout the year and a variety of point breaks, mostly sandy. TheSouth Coast receives swells from the south and large swells from the west. This region is not only known for its natural beauty but also the quality, perfection and consistency of its waves in winter. Some Famous Spots
The Packages
SURFCAMP
SURFARIS
We recommend two weeks for maximum progression !
SURFCAMP
(inc. equipment)
1 Week
Extra Day
2 Weeks
Extra Day
Low Season | Feb > June
520 EUR
74 EUR
920 EUR
65,50 EUR
High Season | July > Oct
570 EUR
81,50 EUR
970 EUR
69 EUR
SURFARIS
(equipment not inc.)
Low Season | Feb > June
495 EUR
70 EUR
885 EUR
63 EUR
High Season | July > Oct
545 EUR
78 EUR
925 EUR
66 EUR
Surfcamps and Surfaris start on Saturday | Any other day on request
Arrival time at the camp from18:00 and departure before 12:00 (flexible according to season)
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The Algarve
The Algarve is situated in the southern most part of Portugal, stretching along the Atlantic between the Spanish border and Cabo Sao Vicente, Europe's south western most point. It was the last territory to be conquered back from the Moors in 1292 and their presence is still very much present in the architecture of the region with its whitewashed houses standing against the red earth and greenery. Sheltered from the northern winds by the Monchique range and facing south, the Algarve enjoys a privileged climate all year round, in brightly coloured and fertile surroundings covered with orange, fig and almond groves. The southern coastline is formed by a long stretch of fabulous beaches, only broken up by impressive reddish cliffs. The west coast is wilder and the sea rougher, with a string of solitary coves and beaches accessed through dirt tracks.
Algarve's capital Faro enjoys a central location on the coast and the old town has many historical monuments, including a medieval wall. Further west, Lagos is a well known touristic destination on the banks of a river estuary and its old quarters are enclosed within 15th century walls. Also worth a visit is the little town of Monchiqueand its famous thermal spa, nestling in the Serra de Monchique mountain range, which highest point at nearly 1,000 meters enjoys splendid panoramic views across the Algarve to the Atlantic.
Sagres lies at the western end of the Algarve, next to Cabo Sao Vicente. It was here that five centuries ago, Prince Henrique set up a school of navigation which has played a crucial role in the Portuguese discoveries. The town has a magnificent fortress built in the 14th century with a giant 43 meters compass rose. Cabo Sao Vicente fortress is poised on high cliffs facing the Atlantic. It was built on the original Roman site of "Promontorium Sacrum" - or sacred promontory, as they believe the cape was the end of the world, being the southwestern-most point of Europe.
Climate
Atlantic/Mediterranean, with mild winters and hot summers. Due to its exposure on a peninsula, the region enjoys excellent swell and wind conditions year round for the practice of surf or kitesurf.
The Trip
Lagos
- 275 km. S of Lisbon (Portugal)
- 300 km. W of Sevilla (Spain)
Faro International Airport (FAO), 110 km.
(Major European airlines + Ryanair, Easyjet, Air Berlin, Happag Llyod, LTU, Monarch, Virgin Express)
STUPIDLY CHEAP FLIGHTS WITH RYANAIR !!!
(Major European airlines + Ryanair, Easyjet, Air Berlin, Happag Llyod, LTU, Monarch, Virgin Express)
Lagos Train/Bus Station, 30 km.
Bus Madrid-Lagos (3 times per week)
Bus Sevilla-Lagos (Daily except Sunday)
Bus Sevilla-Huelva (Daily) + River crossing to Vila Reial de Sto. Antonio + Train to Lagos (Various daily)
Timetable buses ALSA: Tel. 91 506 32 55
Madrid- Lagos
Departure Wednesday, Friday, Sundays
at 9:30 AM
Arrival Lagos at 19:15
One way: 52 eur
Return trip: 91 eur
Sevilla - Lagos
Every day
Departures at 6:30 AM, 8 AM, 13:30 AM, 16:15 AM.
Travel time: 5 hours
One way: 20 EUR
Return trip: 34 EUR
STUPIDLY CHEAP FLIGHTS WITH RYANAIR !!!
London-Faro 56 GBP Return
Direct Flights:
- London-Faro
- Brussels-Faro
- Dublin-Faro
- Dusseldorf-Faro
- Frankfurt-Faro
- Glasgow-Faro
- Liverpool-Faro
And more cities that fly direct to Faro. Check out: www.ryanair.com
You can also go to Faro with connection through London. Some of the cities that fly to London with Ryan Air are: Biarritz, Basel, Berlin, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Grenoble, Marseille, Oslo, Faro, Santander, Porto, Newquay, Seville, Tenerife and many many more.
Other destinations in Portugal
SAGRES Surfcamp, Surf School & Surfaris - Algarve
HOTEL BALEEIRA Surf Resort - Algarve
ALGARVE Kitesurf, Windsurf & Wakeboard Camp - Algarve
ALGARVE KIDS Teens Summer Surf Camp - Algarve
LAGOS SURFHOUSE Surf Tours & Surfaris - Algarve
RAPOSEIRA Surf Camp, School & Surfaris - Algarve
CARRAPATEIRA Surfcamp, Surf School & Surfaris - Algarve
ALGARVE SURF ACCOMMODATION - Algarve
LAGIDE BALEAL Surfcamp, Surf School, Surfaris & Accommodation - Baleal
ERICEIRA Surfcamp, Surf School & Accomodation - Ericeira
LISBON Surf House, School & Surfaris - Lisbon
OPORTO Surf Camp, School, Surfaris & Accommodation - Oporto
PENICHE Surf Camp, School & Accomodation - Peniche
PENICHE Surf & Golf Resort - Peniche
PORTO COVO Surfcamp, Surf School & Accommodation - Porto Covo
PRAIA DAS MACAS Surf Camp, School & Hotel - Sintra
VALE FIGUEIRAS Surf Camp, School & Surfaris - Vale Figueiras
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Sarah
26 Sep 2008, 07:03
26 Sep 2008, 07:03
Alkashina
23 Sep 2008, 11:20
23 Sep 2008, 11:20
Very interesting site. A lot of interesting information. THE BEST.
Alkashina
Alkashina
Victor
11 Sep 2008, 10:45
11 Sep 2008, 10:45
Nice Site. Very nice site. You guys really have your stuff together! I hope
you keep it updated frequently because I'll be back often. Some really
interesting stuff here. Keep up the great work and best of luck to you!
Thanks a lot and have a great day!
Victor
Thanks a lot and have a great day!
Victor
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