Haystack Singles Surf Retreat 2026
Looking for a surf retreat for singles in Portugal?
Forget endless swiping. Join four unforgettable days on Portugal’s stunning Atlantic coast, where you’ll learn to surf, enjoy daily yoga, relax by the pool and meet an incredible group of like-minded solo travellers.
This isn’t a dating holiday. It’s a relaxed surf and yoga retreat for single people who want to meet new people naturally while enjoying great food, beautiful beaches and an active escape.
And yes… everyone is single.
Why Join Our Singles Surf Retreat?
Life gets busy, and we all need a break from our laptops. That’s why we created a surf retreat in Portugal where single people can switch off, learn to surf and meet like-minded people naturally.
Sometimes the best way to meet new people isn’t through another dating app, it’s sharing waves, meals and adventures together.
Our Portugal surf retreat is designed for people in their 20s, 30s and 40s who want a fun, sociable holiday with zero pressure.
Whether you’ve never surfed before or already love the ocean, you’ll be welcomed into a friendly group where almost everyone arrives solo.
Expect:
- Daily yoga
- Surf lessons for every ability
- Healthy food
- Spa facilities
- Sunset drinks
- Beach games
- Boat trips
- Plenty of free time to relax
What’s Included?
Everything you need for an unforgettable surf holiday.
✔ 4 nights in a luxury 4* hotel
✔ Daily morning yoga
✔ 3 professionally coached surf lessons
✔ Surfboard and wetsuit hire
✔ Half-day boat trip to Berlenga Island
✔ All breakfasts
✔ All lunches
✔ All dinners
✔ Beer and wine with dinner
✔ Welcome drinks
✔ Farewell dinner with 3-hour premium open bar
✔ Sauna
✔ Steam room
✔ Jacuzzi
✔ Heated pool
✔ Ice bath
✔ Gym
✔ Games room
Just bring yourself.
What’s Not Included?
- Flights to Lisbon
- Airport transfer to the retreat
Your Portugal Surf Retreat Itinerary
Thursday 10 September
Check-in & Welcome
Arrive from 3pm, settle into your room, meet your roommates and explore your new home for the weekend.
Welcome Drinks
From 4pm, join us by the pool, grab a drink and start getting to know the other solo travellers.
Welcome Dinner & Social
Enjoy a delicious healthy dinner, three hours of a premium open bar and a relaxed social designed to help everyone get to know each other.
Friday 11 September
Drop-in Morning Yoga
Start the day with an optional yoga session before breakfast and ease into holiday mode.
Breakfast
Enjoy a healthy, nutritious breakfast with the group before heading to the beach.
Surf Lessons
Professional group surf lessons, tailored to your ability. Whether it’s your first wave or your fiftieth, our instructors will make sure you get the most from every session.
Healthy Lunch
Fresh, nourishing lunches including poke bowls, pasta dishes and colourful salads.
Volleyball, Pool Games, Spa or HIIT
Spend the afternoon however you like. Relax in the spa, challenge the group to beach volleyball, join a HIIT session or simply unwind by the pool with a good book.
Group Dinner & Drinks
Join everyone for another delicious dinner, with beer and wine included, followed by a relaxed evening together.
Drop-in Outdoor Cinema
If you’re after a quieter evening, settle in under the stars for an outdoor cinema night.
Saturday 12 September
Drop-in Morning Yoga
Start the morning with an optional yoga session before another day in the surf.
Breakfast
Fuel up with a healthy breakfast alongside the group.
Surf Lessons
Head back into the Atlantic for another professionally coached surf lesson, with plenty of encouragement and laughs along the way.
Healthy Lunch
Fresh, wholesome lunches designed to keep you energised for the afternoon.
Afternoon Excursion to Berlenga Island
Hop on a boat to Berlenga Island, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve famous for its crystal-clear water, dramatic sea caves and breathtaking scenery. One of the highlights of the retreat.
Group Dinner & Drinks
Share stories from the day over another delicious dinner, with beer and wine included.
Drop-in Outdoor Cinema
Finish the evening with an optional outdoor cinema under the stars or continue chatting with the group over a drink.
Sunday 13 September
Drop-in Morning Yoga
Start your final full day with an optional yoga session.
Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast together before one last morning in the waves.
Surf Lessons
Your final surf lesson gives you the chance to put everything you’ve learned into practice, whether you’re catching your first wave or building confidence on the board.
Healthy Lunch
One last fresh and healthy lunch with the group.
The Olympics…
A little healthy competition—or as little as you’d like. Join in with beach games, volleyball and pool challenges, or relax on a lilo with a mojito in hand, occasionally shouting words of encouragement. All levels of athleticism are welcome.
Farewell Dinner & Drinks
Celebrate an unforgettable few days with a final group dinner, beer and wine, three hours of premium open bar, awards and a relaxed farewell party.
Monday 14 September
Drop-in Morning Yoga
One final optional yoga session before heading home.
Breakfast
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast with your new friends.
Bon Voyage
Time to check out. Stay a little longer to enjoy the beaches of Peniche, explore Lisbon for a pastel de nata or head to the airport ready for your flight home.
Berlenga Island Excursion
One of the highlights of the trip.
We’ll take a boat across to the breathtaking Berlenga Islands, where you’ll discover sea caves, turquoise water and one of Portugal’s most beautiful protected nature reserves.
This half-day adventure is included in your retreat.
Your Accommodation
You’ll stay in a beautiful 4* coastal hotel just five minutes from the beach.
Enjoy:
- Heated swimming pool
- Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Ice bath
- Gym
- Games room
Rooms are shared with two or four guests of the same gender, creating a sociable atmosphere while keeping costs affordable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who comes on these trips?
Our guests are single people, typically in their 20s, 30s and 40s.
Around 98% come on their own, so you’ll be in great company if you’re travelling solo.
What’s the atmosphere like?
Relaxed, friendly and sociable.
This isn’t an intense dating holiday.
It’s simply a group of interesting people who happen to be single, enjoying surfing, sunshine and meeting new friends.
No swiping.
No awkward matchmaking.
No pressure.
Do I need surfing experience?
Not at all.
Most guests have never surfed before.
Our instructors tailor every lesson to your ability, whether it’s your first wave or your fiftieth.
How do I get there?
Fly into Lisbon Airport.
From there, the retreat is around 1 hour 10 minutes away.
Most guests share an Uber, which costs around €25 per person.
What’s the gender balance?
Our previous retreat was around 55% women and 45% men.
We don’t actively manage gender ratios, but our groups naturally tend to be well balanced.
Book Your Spot
The retreat costs £750 per person.
Secure your place with a £250 non-refundable deposit, with the remaining balance due by 16 August.
If you’re looking for a relaxed surf retreat for singles in Portugal, we’d love to have you join us.
Come and catch some waves, meet amazing people and make memories you’ll still be talking about long after the tan has faded.