7 Surf Lessons in Madeira to Build a Day Around

1.Madeira Island Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 282 reviews · 4 hours · from $100Our pick

4-hour surf lesson in Madeira, Portugal. Coach-led sessions at Porto da Cruz and Machico, with gear, wetsuit, transport, and insurance included for $100.

“I really enjoyed the lesson. The instructors were very helpful and fun and gave some good tips to stay safe and better my technique. We surfed at Porto da Cruz, very beautiful beach and had some nice waves. We had 4 students per instructor, which gave enough time to get back into the ocean and take a little breather.”

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2.Surf Lessons for All Levels

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 191 reviews · 3 hours · from $82

Madeira surf lessons in Porto da Cruz, small groups of 5, certified instructors, and a 2-hour coached session for all levels.

“It was an amazing experience for all of us. Our instructor was grate. We had a lot of fun. If you want to try surfing its a perfect opportunity!”

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3.Surfing Lessons in Madeira

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 168 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Top rated

Surf lessons on Madeira’s north coast for beginners, small waves, wetsuits and boards included, English guide, 2 hours in São Vicente.

“Individueller Unterricht, der Spaß gemacht und uns einen guten Start als Surfanfänger ermöglicht hat”

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4.Madeira Surfing Lessons – Aroundfreedom Surf School

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $72Best value

Learn to surf in Madeira with small-group coaching, full wetsuits, boards, and insurance. Includes theory, warm-up, and 1h30 on waves.

“I highly recommend this experience ! A really good time spent with an amazing and caring team ! They really made sure that each of us(a group of 7) was having a good time and always be safe. For the ones that struggled the most, they truly supported them and congrated them absolutely each time which they really appreciate and that motivated them to try again and again”

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5.surf lesson at Porto da Cruz

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 67 reviews · 2 hours · from $76

Beginner surf lesson on Madeira’s black-sand beaches, small groups, certified instructors, all gear included, 2 hours.

“Die Aktivität war okay. Leider wurde in der früh die Entscheidung getroffen, vom Strand mit Wellen zum Strand ohne Wellen zu wechseln. Als Begründung wurde die starke Strömung angeführt. Jedoch war hier der Hintergrund, dass es durch die Strömung wohl zu anstrengend gewesen wäre, den Unterricht durchzuführen. Lebensgefährdende Gründe wurden nicht angeführt. Surfen ohne Wellen macht nunmal keinen Spaß.”

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6.Surf lesson in Madeira

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 55 reviews · 4 hours · from $88

Small-group surf lesson in Madeira with pickup from Funchal, expert coaching, and 1.5 to 2 hours riding Atlantic waves.

“My husband and I had our very first surf lesson today, and it was an experience we’ll never forget. From the moment we arrived, the team made us feel welcome and comfortable. If you’re visiting Madeira and want to try something adventurous yet beginner-friendly, we couldn’t recommend this experience more! 🏄‍♀️🏄‍♂️💙”

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7.Surfing Experience for all

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 36 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $76

Madeira surf lessons for all levels in small groups. 1.5 hours with gear, insurance, coaching, and uncrowded north waves for $76.

“Die Wellen hätten besser sein können, aber dafür kann ja niemand was.”

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