Karma Surf Retreat is a Surf and Yoga Retreat in Portugal, situated in the small picturesque mountain village Malveira da Serra. This village has kept its traditional regional charm. While staying at this retreat you will enjoy a happy life close to the ocean. Everyday you will be able to watch the breathtaking panoramic view over the rolling hills the shoreline of Lisbon, Estoril, Cascais and the closest beach Praia do Guincho. From almost every corner of the retreat you will watch an astonishing ocean view of the blue Atlantic. You will have a memorable sunset view. You can also overlook the green and mystical forest of the Serra da Sintra from the north side of the villa.
Accommodation:
Villa near Praia do Guincho:
This villa is located in an amazingly beautiful 2000 sqm garden surrounded with natural beauty and there are many hidden places where you can relax or do some meditation. In this tranquil and secluded location you can also enjoy the stunning sea and panoramic views of the coastline from Lisbon up to our home beach. In this two storey modern furnished villa you will find 5 bedrooms one of which includes 2 single beds, private bathroom and ocean view, another room has double bed, private bathroom and small terrace with sea view, and the third suite includes 2 single beds with private bathroom and the 4th one includes 2 single beds with small balcony and sea view. There is also another room where there are two single beds and from there you will be able to enjoy the view of the beautiful garden. Room one is nearby the kitchen and separated from other rooms. If you chose room 2,3 and 4 you can have extra beds for your kids or friends. If you take room 4 or 5 then you will have to share the bathroom.
You can also stay at Boutique hotel or at Algarve Vila. Both of these accommodations are also comfortable and full of all the things you need.
Activities:
Surfing:
Karma Surf retreats offers surf program for both beginners and advanced level surfers. It’s a 5 days (Mon-Fri) session and daily you will learn some theory (wave theory, priority rules, etc.) and of course practically how to surf in 2 × 60 minutes. The surf lessons start usually in the morning after your energizing yoga session and a delicious breakfast. The program can be rescheduled on wind, tide and wave conditions.Ssuitable surfboard, leash and wetsuit will be provided by the retreat but if you wish you can bring the equipments by yourself. A certified and trained instructor will guide you while surfing.
Yoga:
Karma Surf Retreat offers daily yoga lessons which are combined with the surf lessons. This retreat offers two 60 minute yoga sessions which will be held on 5 days before and after surfing lessons. The morning Yoga session will make you fit for the surf session and after surfing when you will do the afternoon Yoga session, that will make you relaxed, refreshed and energized and at night you will be able to sleep well. You will meet yoga instructors Annet ans Silvia who are also passionate surfers and have tailored the yoga exercises.
Contact
Karma Surf Retreat
fix: +49 30 202 39502 (GER) / +351 96 562 8817 (PT)
fax: +49 3212 121 4390
mail: holiday (at ) karmasurfretreat.com
Website: http://www.karmasurfretreat.com/
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