FAQ’s

Yes! We have surf coaches and guides with an extensive knowledge of the areas we explore and they will make sure you surf in waves adjusted to your surf level. We have 2 different surf packages:

• Surf Guiding with video analysis and guidance to the best waves (for advance and intermediate surfers)
• Surf Experience with daily surf lessons and coaching (for beginners and intermediate who want to improve their surf skills).

Normally the Truck moves every couple of days to a different location so we have the opportunity to explore the areas around. It also moves accordingly to the best weather and surf forecast. Always chasing the sun and the best waves.

Yes if you come with a group of friends or your family (7-10 persons) we offer a special discount (up to 20% off).

The Truck has 2 travel seats. The guests travel on our 9 seat van, so we have more flexibility to explore every location. The Truck follows along the itinerary to the next location.

• Backpack;
• Flip-flops/Surf boots;
• Shorts/bikini/beach towel
• Summer clothes but also warm clothes (at night it can be a bit chilly outside)
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
• Memory stick to save your photos;
• Mobile phone
• If you want you can bring your own surfboard but we have on board enough boards and wetsuits for all levels and sizes.

Yes its possible. Please send us a special request by email, so we can sort out the best for you. We recommend durations between 1 and 2 weeks. Less than 1 week and you risk missing the perfect waves or some amazing places we will visit.

Northern Portugal Trips:

Every Sundays we do transfers from Viana do Castelo Train Station or from Porto Airport, according to the starting point of the trip..

We advise you to fly to Porto Airport. In case you fly to Lisboa Airport the trip to Porto by train has a duration of approximately 3h.

Portugal Southwest Trips:

Every Sundays we do transfers from Lagos Train Station (Lagos) or from Porto Covo Bus Station (Sines), according to the starting point of the trip.

When the trip starts in Lagos the closest airport is Faro Airport.

When the trip starts in Sines the closest airport is Lisboa Airport.

However, it also possible to fly in and out the same airport. There are good buses or train connections.

How to travel from Faro Airport to Lagos:

• By Train: From Faro Airport you can catch the bus 16 to Faro train station. Train from Faro to Lagos costs 7,50€. Buy tickets here: 
  https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en/train-times
  
• By taxi/shuttle: approximately 70€/person – https://www.faroshuttlebus.com/ – we can book for you 

How to travel from Lisbon Airport to Porto Covo (Sines):

From Lisboa Airport to Lisboa Sete Rios bus station go by taxi (10min) or by subway. In Lisboa Sete Rios bus station take the bus to Porto Covo. There are hourly buses and you can check the schedules and buy your ticket here: https://rede-expressos.pt/en

If you need any orientation, we can help you with finding the best transports to meet us.

Morocco Trips:

Every Sundays we do transfers from Agadir Airport or from Essaouira Bus Station (Sines), according to the starting point of the trip.

How to travel from Agadir Airport Essaouira:

By bus – go on the Airport bus to Agadir central station. In Agadir Central Station go on the bus to Essaouira, there are hourly buses and the best is to buy the ticket directly in the station (10€/person)

By taxi – we can book a taxi for you – trip cost between Agadir and Essaouira: 60€, capacity up to 4 persons. 

If you need any orientation, we can help you with finding the best transports to meet us.

Please check the best flight options here:

https://www.skyscanner.com

A complete daily breakfast buffet is included in your trip.

Regarding lunch and dinner, we are flexible and we will recommend the best options during your trip. We often go to local restaurants or order food and eat at the Truck, and we also cook at the Truck (ex: barbecue). Once the Truck has a fully equipped kitchen you can also prepare your own meals anytime you feel like.

Yes. We have one small fridge for the guests and another one for the team. During the trips every couple of days our team goes to local fresh food markets and supermarkets and you can join them to buy your own groceries.

Because we have limited space we advice you to bring the basics. The Truck is fully equipped and has all the facilities for you to enjoy a comfortable and awesome week. If you need to bring special size equipment please emails us in advance.

Yes, all rooms are equipped with air conditioning.

Yes we have free Wi-fi on board.

The power on board is 220 V and sockets are European standard for 2 pin plugs (round pins).

If you are living in the USA your electronic gadgets work on 110 V and you will need a transformer to 220 V.

The truck is equipped with fire extinguishers, special emergency exits. It also has alarms for smoke/gas.

The construction is licensed and all materials are according to safety rules and verified regularly.

At the Truck we have 3 options for accommodation:

– Single shared room – room with a bunk bed

– Single private room – for 1 person (extra fee: 150€)

– Private double room – room with a double bed for 2 persons

Children taking part of the trip remain under the responsibility of their parents.

No, you can arrive anytime you want, concerning that we start early our activities. You should also respect the sleeping needs of the others.

Smoking inside its not allowed. You can smoke outside.

Yes. Each one will have a key card to access the Truck.

In order to respond to traveling limitations that may occur due to Covid-19, we offer flexible terms. Up to 7 days before arrival date, in case traveling is not possible or the conditions for the trip are not reunited:
– We refund 50% of the total price;
– You can postpone your trip to any other available week until the 31st December 2023, without an additional cancelation fee;
– 6 weeks before the new date of the trip, balance the remaining amount to complete your reservation.

The Truck Surf Hotel is certificated as Clean & Safe by Turismo de Portugal. A few of the prevention measures we implemented on board:

– Daily cleaning and sanitation of common areas;
– Disinfection dispensers and masks available in all areas and vehicles;
– Surf equipment individually stored and disinfected.

Every Sunday we will be in Lagos train/bus station or in Porto Covo bus station (Sines), according to the direction of the trip, to welcome you and take you to the Truck. The check-in on Sundays is between 13:00-18:00 and the check-out on Saturdays is between 8:00-13:00.
Please send us your flight details (day and hour of arrival, and flight number) to organize your transfers.

If you plan to come on a day different than Sunday, please send us a special request by email.

When the trip starts in Maceda we will be Porto Airport or Porto Campanha Station to welcome you and take you to the Truck. The check-in on Sundays is between 13:00-18:00 and the check-out on Saturdays is between 8:00-13:00.

Please send us your flight details (day and hour of arrival, and flight number) to organize your transfers.

If you plan to come on a day different than Sunday, please send us a special request by email.

When the trip starts in Agadir we will be Agadir Airport or Agadir Central Station to welcome you and take you to the Truck. The check-in on Sundays is between 13:00-18:00 and the check-out on Saturdays is between 8:00-13:00.
Please send us your flight details (day and hour of arrival, and flight number) to organize your transfers.

If you plan to come on a day different than Sunday, please send us a special request by email.

Yes. If you arrive the day before the trip starts, or if you leave the day after the trip ends, you can stay overnight in a hotel or a guesthouse. We can help you with the booking in a hotel or a guesthouse with affordable prices.

Yes, we recommend a travel insurance that covers the time period of your trip. We also provide all the insurances you need to have a safe holiday during our travels and surf lessons.

You are covered by our insurance while you travel in our 9 seat van Mercedes Sprinter and also during our surf lessons.

If anything fails with the TSH we will try to repair so we can continue our trip. If it’s impossible to repair we provide other accommodations during the trip.