FAQ – Coxos Surf Villa Surf Camp, Portugal
Booking & Prices
Do you do week-long packages
At Rapture, we understand that travel is spontaneous and your plans can change. You decide the length of your stay to ensure you get everything you want from your time at the surf camp. We are flexible and happy to…
What does your cancellation insurance cover
This policy covers any losses incurred due to canceling in case of sickness, injury, or other medical issues that prohibit you from traveling or participating in travel activities. A doctor’s note is required to support these claims. Please note that…
Can I pay my booking upon arrival
Please note that all bookings require prepayment to confirm your reservation. If you are already at the surf camp, please speak to the manager directly to find a solution.
I can’t find my booking confirmation email
Please check your spam and notifications folder. If you can’t find your confirmation email please get in touch with us.
Can I add extra nights to my already paid booking
Yes, that is possible. Just send us an email with your booking reference and tell us what you want to change or add on your reservation. We will take care of it and send you the updated email with the…
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in starts at 14h00 local hour. However, if you arrive earlier, we can store your luggage until the check-in hour. You can check-in to our surf camp in Bali until 22h00. If you arrive later and have booked a pick-up, our driver can…
Can I cancel my booking
Here is the quick lowdown of our cancelation policy. Cancellations and rebookings made by the customer All requests for cancellations or rebookings must be submitted via email. The cancellation period is defined by the receipt of the cancellation. In cases…
Can I book extras locally
Sure, all extras like surf lessons, massages and yoga can be booked or extended locally.
Is there a minimum stay
We do not have a minimum stay at Rapture! We know that plans change and people like to be flexible when they travel, so if you want to stay 3 days or 3 months, that's OK with us.
How do I check availability
You can check availability and prices online with our online booking system. Please select your preferred travel location, as well as check-in and check-out dates and the number of persons travelling. In case your preferred room is not available for…
How do I book online
Please use our online booking system at bookings.rapturecamps.com in order to complete your booking. There are several online payment options available: Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Dinner, JCB and Paypal. If you need support with placing your booking, do not hesitate to…
Cancellation Insurance – What does it cover
This policy covers any losses incurred due to cancelling in case of sickness, injury or other medical issues that prohibit you from travelling or participating in travel activities. A doctor’s note is required to support this claims.Please note that this…
Extras and Prices
Please notice all the extras can only be purchased locally at the surf camp. The surf lessons can be booked from day to day, meaning you can always sign up for the lessons each night for the following day and…
Rooms
Late Check-in
We are very flexible with the check-in hours. Late check-ins are allowed and free of extra charges.
Extra Towels
We can provide extra towels for no extra cost.
Are your dorms mixed
Our dorms are all mixed.
Private Bathrooms
When booking, our online booking system will clearly show which rooms have a private bathroom. You can also find this information on the room pages for each country on our website, where the room features are listed in detail.
Single Rooms
Unfortunately, we do not offer dedicated single rooms at any of our locations. If you are traveling solo, you have a few options: you can book a bed in one of our dorm rooms, stay in a shared twin room with another guest, or book a double room for yourself if you prefer more privacy and would like the room to yourself.
Can I rent a single room? Other Towels and Bedsheets
Please bring your own bath and beachtowels. Besides that we provide everything for your sleeping comfort.
Surfing And Lessons
How are surf sessions organized based on skill level and conditions
The surf team assesses each guest’s surf level on arrival. Daily briefings match surfers to appropriate breaks based on morning conditions—beginners to Baby Padang or Dreamland, intermediates to Bingin or inside sections, advanced surfers to Uluwatu or Padang Padang main peak. Small groups ensure personalized attention.
How far away is the nearest beach
It's around 25min walking, also accessible by car and scooter.
Reef Booties – Shoes
Bali has a lot of reef spots but most of the time the water is quite deep and there is no problem surfing without booties. Of course we can provide you with booties (you can buy them in the camp),…
Sunday Surf Lessons
We are offering guiding and surfing lessons also on Sundays.
What kind of boards do you have available
We have a large quiver of boards at the camp for all levels. We offer different size soft-tops and custom mals, as well as variety of fibre-glass performance based boards.
Fixed time for lessons
The times of the surf lessons can vary daily depending on the swell size and the tides, it can be anytime starting from 4:30am-5:00am. This is because we want to get you the best waves and conditions possible! Each evening…
In what language will the surf lessons be
Our surf instructors are mostly locals so they all speak Arabic-French, as well as English. Our lessons are all held in English.
What kind of wetsuit do you recommend in Ericeira
You can rent your wetsuit directly in our camp – we have a variety of different sizes and fits. All our school wetsuits are 4:3, we strongly recommend this thickness if you want to bring your own wetsuit as well….
Is it possible to just rent the equipment without lessons
If the conditions in the water allow free surfing you can also just rent the equipment with us. Since the equipment is included in our lesson prices we would always recommend to join our lessons and then use the time…
Where will the surf lessons be
The surf school we are working with always chooses the best beaches for the lessons in terms of wave and wind conditions. Mostly and when possible we will have our lessons at our home beach Foz do Lizandro – you…
Do I have to reserve a spot for the surf lessons
In order for you to be travelling as flexible as possible, our surf lessons don’t have to be pre-booked. They can just be booked on site on a day-to-day basis, meaning you can always sign up for the lessons in…
Is your surfcamp in Ericeira suitable for complete beginners
Yes, in fact a significant part of our guests at all camps are complete beginners. We love surfing, the ocean and Mother Nature and we love sharing this passion with our guests! Over the 15 yrs of history of Rapture…
What is the best time to come to Ericeira for beginners
Depends on how you like to spend your holidays. Main season (July, August, September) is probably the best time regarding waves but off course there are more people in the water as well.
Beginner or Intermediate
The beginner category is extremely broad and it covers people who have never surfed at all to people who are refining their technique and gaining confidence. To be suitable for the intermediate group you need to be able to get…
The beautiful town of Sintra is located just about 30min away from Ericeira. The really colorful Palácio da Pena is always a highlight while visiting Sintra and Quinta da Regaleira is really worth exploring. You can get there either with a rental car or by bus from Ericeira – check Mafrense bus schedule and be aware of changes on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays.
From July-September there are lifeguards at Foz do Lizandro beach. The surf school we are working with has certified surf instructors who are also trained in beach/water safety.
How To Reach Us
Parking available
There is safe and free parking available on the camp site.
Arrival by public transport (Lisbon-Ericeira)
Ericeira is connected to Lisbon by express coach service that departs from Campo Grande bus station. How to reach Campo Grande Station Once you land in Lisbon's terminal you can take the metro to Campo Grande station where you will…
How to get to the Rapture Surf Villa in Coxos
Our camp address is Rapture Surf Villa in Coxos Rua Estrada dos Coxos N1 Santo Isidoro, Ericeira Portugal Route from the airport The 37km journey is fast and offers empty express roads (there are tolls to pay). The route heads…
Sightseeing & Things Todo
Lisbon Day Trip
You can't go to Portugal and not visit Lisbon. Portugal's famous capital is warm, welcoming, colorful, with plenty of history to explore, and also incredibly yummy in terms of the food and drinks you can taste!The bus company "Mafrense" drives…
SUP Tours
Located directly behind our surfcamp the Lizandro river is the perfect place to go for a little Stand Up Paddling tour. We have SUP's and also Kayaks to rent in the camp, you can access the Lizandro river directly behind…
Escape House – Claustrophilia Ericeira
Claustrophilia Ericeira is located directly in the center of Ericeira. It is an escape house; you have one hour to connect and solve all the little puzzles and mysteries until you get out of the house! We've tried and loved…
Trip to Sintra
The beautiful town of Sintra is located just about 30min away from Ericeira. The really colorful Palácio da Pena is always a highlight while visiting Sintra and Quinta da Regaleira is really worth exploring.You can get there either with a…
Food & Beverages
What’s included in the meal plan and dietary accommodation
Two daily meals feature fresh local ingredients with international flavors. Vegetarian, vegan, and common dietary restrictions are accommodated with advance notice. Fresh tropical fruit, healthy proteins, and carbohydrate-rich options fuel surf sessions appropriately.
Dietary requirements
We cater for all kinds of diets, no worries at all. Just let us know when you arrive so we can plan accordingly.
Kitchen Usage
The kitchen in our camp is for staff only – since breakfast and dinner are included we need the kitchen in order to prepare the food for the whole camp.
Other
Sun Protection
The sun in Bali is extremely strong, especially when you spend a long time in the water surfing.We recommend a 50+ waterproof sunscreen from a well known brand.We also strongly recommend you use zinc on your face. This can be…
Single / Solo Travelers
Actually most of our customers are solo/single travelers. As our resorts are quite small and personal the social mix is very good. We have international customers, so you get to meet people from all over the world. Alot of customers…
Explore Coxos Surf Villa in Detail
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