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Mission access
Insider access to a real strike mission
Follow the call-up from swell watch to lighthouse positioning and the water safety rhythm around a real Nazaré strike day.
Nazaré ON! Days
ON! — when it’s ON.
Behind the scenes with Nic von Rupp +
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A call & alert-based Big Wave experience for YOU
built around one thing: Nazaré when it’s truly ON!
Not a normal day.
Gigantic. Raw. Power beyond imagination.
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Insider access to a real strike mission
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Team briefing
Behind the scenes + real insights
Step into the briefings, preparation and decisions that shape the day before anyone gets near the water.
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Close crew
Small group
A compact group format keeps the experience personal, flexible and close to Nic’s operating crew.
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Nic access
VIP face time with Nic
Shared moments around the mission with Nic and his team, not a distant spectator setup.
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Ocean block
Jet Ski Ride out in the Ocean
Get out on the water with the team — a jet ski ocean experience toward the surf zone.
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After the mission
Dinner with Nic and his team
Close the day around the crew with stories, context and time to decompress after the ocean block.
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Basecamp
Mountains of the Sea Warehouse Experience
See the skis, boards and operational base that make the Big Wave Project feel real up close.
Alerts
This experience runs on a call & alert system.
Join here. We’ll keep you updated on this website, by email, and/or WhatsApp.
STAND BY
ACTIVENo swell on the radar. Join the watchlist to get the call.
WATCH ALERT
Potential swell window around a certain date. Stay flexible.
YELLOW ALERT
80% chance it’s happening around a certain date. Get ready.
GREEN ALERT
It’s ON. Booking is open for a certain date. Contact us and book your spot.
Bookings
Limited Seats and Small groups only.
First come, first served.
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Reply to the Green Alert email / WhatsApp us / or use the booking request link.
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We’ll confirm availability and send you access to our booking system.
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Confirm and pay online — Visa & Mastercard accepted in your preferred currency.
Packages
Packages
The ON! Package
€3,000 / person
€2,500 / person (intro pricing)
The core experience
Inclusions:
- Jet ski ocean experience
- Guided visit to the Forte de São Miguel Arcanjo lighthouse
- Access to the Mountains of the Sea base
- Introduction to big wave surfing, equipment, and Nazaré logistics
- Opportunity to see the surfboards, jet skis, safety gear, and team setup
- Group talk by a professional big wave surfer (for larger groups)
- Catering, drinks, and beers
- Access to recovery facilities (sauna, cold plunge, etc.)
The Full ON! Package
€9,000 / person
€6,000 / person (intro pricing)
Closest Access. Total Insider.
Inclusions:
- Fully Guided Experience
- 2hr Jet ski ride to the surf zone
- VIP face time with Nic (guaranteed)
- Sunset Drinks + Dinner with Nic and his team
- Full explanation of Nazaré and big wave operations
- Mountains of the Sea warehouse experience
- Recovery session (sauna + cold plunge or similar)
- Mission-day briefing
- VIP lighthouse viewing (best possible positioning)
- 2 nights in a 4 or 5* hotel (same as Nic’s or close by)
- Return Transfers (Lisbon ↔ Nazaré)
- Premium meals & drinks
BASECAMP OPTIONS
Stay close to the mission.
Included with The Full ON! Package. Hotels are selected by availability and operational fit — ideally the same as Nic’s or close by.
SELECTED BASECAMP
★★★★★
5 STAR / Historic premium base
Montebelo Mosteiro de Alcobaca
A historic monastery hotel for the most premium version of the trip: quiet, architectural, and suited to guests who want the composed end of the experience.
Historic hotelSpa / indoor poolPremium fit
SELECTED BASECAMP
★★★★
4 STAR / Nature comfort base
Vale D'Azenha
A nature-focused comfort base near Alcobaca and Nazare, with rooms, suites, villas, and a calmer retreat feel after the ocean block.
NatureSuites / villasSpa feel
SELECTED BASECAMP
★★★★
4 STAR / Flexible spa base
Real Abadia, Congress & Spa Hotel
A flexible 4-star option with villas, thematic suites, and standard rooms. Useful when availability and group mix matter.
VillasSuitesGroup flexibility
SELECTED BASECAMP
★★★
NAZARE BASE / Closest-to-the-wave option
Miramar Hotels
A practical Nazare base with Atlantic views and direct access to the village rhythm around the lighthouse and harbour day.
In NazareOcean viewsPractical
Sample Itinerary
Sample Itinerary
Indicative flow for an activation window — exact timing follows swell, safety and crew decisions on the day.
DAY 1 – ARRIVAL
Private airport transfer from Lisbon to Nazaré
Check-in at a 4-star hotel (same hotel as Nic)
Welcome meeting with Nic at the hotel
Dedicated guide accompanying guests throughout the experience
DAY 2 – BIG WAVE EXPERIENCE
2hr Jet ski ocean experience
Private transfer from hotel to Nazaré Beach
Early morning visit to the harbor to watch the team preparing for the ocean
Guided visit to the lighthouse
Full explanation of Nazaré and big wave operations
Access to the Mountains of the Sea base
Opportunity to see the surfboards, jet skis, safety gear, and team setup
Big wave surfer talk
Catering, drinks, and beers
Recovery session at the base (sauna, cold plunge, etc.)
Private dinner with Nic and the team
DAY 3 – DEPARTURE
Private transfer back to Lisbon
Join the watchlist
Join the watchlist or contact us.
Get ON! Days alerts, or ask LUEX concierge a question before joining.
FAQs
FAQs
1) When does ON! Days happen?
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1) When does ON! Days happen?
+ON! Days is call & alert-based. We run only when Nazaré is likely to be truly ON — not on fixed calendar dates.
2) How does the alert system work?
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2) How does the alert system work?
+You’ll see updates on the website and receive alerts via email (and optionally WhatsApp): STAND BY → WATCH (10 days) → YELLOW (6 days) → GREEN (4 days). When it goes GREEN, booking opens for 48 hours.
3) What if it never goes GREEN?
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3) What if it never goes GREEN?
+Then the trip won’t run for that window. You stay on the watchlist and get notified when the next strong window forms.
4) How fast do I need to book once it’s GREEN?
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4) How fast do I need to book once it’s GREEN?
+Fast. Groups are max 8 guests and it’s first come, first served during the 48-hour booking window.
5) How do I book?
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5) How do I book?
+Booking is handled manually by LUEX Concierge. Reply to the Green Alert email, WhatsApp us, or use the booking request link. We confirm availability and send you access to our booking system.
6) How do payments work?
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6) How do payments work?
+You’ll confirm and pay online via our booking system. We accept Visa & Mastercard, and you can pay in your preferred currency.
7) What’s the difference between The Full ON! Package and The ON! Package?
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7) What’s the difference between The Full ON! Package and The ON! Package?
+Full ON! is the premium all-in tier: guaranteed VIP face time with Nic, sunset drinks and dinner with his team, a 2-hour jet ski ride, hotel stay, Lisbon ↔ Nazaré transfers, and premium meals. The ON! Package is the core mission-day experience — jet ski, lighthouse, Mountains of the Sea base, briefings, catering, and recovery — without guaranteed Nic time, hotel, or transfers.
8) Is the jet ski / ocean ride included?
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8) Is the jet ski / ocean ride included?
+Yes. Both packages include a jet ski ocean experience as part of the program.
9) How close will we be to the action?
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9) How close will we be to the action?
+You’ll experience Nazaré from key vantage points like the lighthouse area, and you’ll get behind-the-scenes access through the warehouse and mission-day logistics. Exact positioning depends on safety and local conditions.
10) Is this safe?
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10) Is this safe?
+Safety comes first. Big-wave environments are serious. The program and timing may change based on safety decisions and ocean conditions.
11) Are flights included?
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11) Are flights included?
+No. The Full ON! Package includes return transfers Lisbon ↔ Nazaré; international flights to Lisbon are not included unless explicitly stated.
12) What hotels will we stay in?
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12) What hotels will we stay in?
+Hotel stays are included in The Full ON! Package (4–5★, ideally the same as Nic’s or close by). The ON! Package is a day experience without accommodation.
13) Can I come solo?
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13) Can I come solo?
+Yes. Many guests come solo. We also welcome pairs and small friend groups (up to capacity).
14) What’s your cancellation / rescheduling policy?
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14) What’s your cancellation / rescheduling policy?
+LUEX standard terms apply. The exact terms will be shared during booking confirmation.
15) What should I pack?
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15) What should I pack?
+You’ll receive a short prep list after booking. Bring warm layers, wind protection, and comfortable shoes — Nazaré can be cold and intense during ON days.
16) What if I didn’t get my watchlist confirmation email?
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16) What if I didn’t get my watchlist confirmation email?
+Check your spam or promotions folder first — it can take a few minutes. If it still doesn’t arrive, email [email protected] from the same address you used to join the watchlist and we’ll help.