Mestre Mendo, Portugal
Treehouses and canvas tents sit among the forest canopy on Portugal's Silver Coast, 50 km north of Lisbon. Born to never corrupt the natural balance that welcomes it.
Wooden treehouses hang among the branches like nests, suspended halfway between heaven and earth. Canadian tents rest on the forest floor below. Every structure at Bukubaki uses natural materials, powered by photovoltaic and thermal energy. The Silver Coast's Atlantic surf breaks sit minutes away.
Bukubaki was born from one idea: do not corrupt the balance of the nature that welcomes you. This is not a sustainability add-on. It is the founding reason the resort exists. Guests are encouraged to honor all forms of life and minimize their ecological footprint. The result is a place where surf culture, forest immersion, and ecological conscience share the same ground, rooted in the Geoparque Oeste landscape of western Portugal.
Surf schools run trips to the Atlantic breaks along the Silver Coast. Boards and instruction suit beginners and experienced surfers alike. Back at Bukubaki, a skate area keeps the momentum going on flat days.
Yoga classes work mind and body among the trees. The forest setting turns each session into nature immersion rather than studio routine. The resort also hosts weddings, family reunions, and corporate retreats under the canopy, turning the forest into a gathering place year-round.
Explore additional experiences in the surrounding area.
Route length: 2.3km loopEstimated time: 31minLoop routeBacalhôa Buddha Eden is a park known also as Quinta dos Loridos. It charges an entrance fee of 6 EUR and is open daily, with extended hours from 09:00 to 19:00 in May to September, and 09:00 to 18:00 from December to April.
Route length: 4.5km loopEstimated time: 1hLoop routeCidade Romana de Eburobrittium is a protected nature reserve and archaeological site from late antiquity featuring ancient Roman ruins. It is classified as a site of public interest and has heritage status since 2013, reflecting its cultural and historical significance. Visitors can explore the remains of this ancient Roman city within a protected boundary.
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Area sceneryRoute length: 1.5km loopEstimated time: 20minLoop routeParque Dom Carlos I is a public park open daily from 08:00 to 22:00. It allows dogs on leashes and is managed by União das freguesias. This park has an online presence through its website and is referenced on Wikipedia.
Area sceneryStraight-line distance from hotel: 10 km directPeniche/Santa Cruz is a protected area designated as a Site of Community Importance. It has been protected since 2000 and is managed by the Instituto da Conservação da Natureza e das Florestas with 24/7 public access.
Straight-line distance from hotel: 17 km directReserva Natural Local do Paul de Tornada is a protected natural reserve boundary established in 2009. It is a local nature reserve operated by the Câmara Municipal de Caldas da Rainha, and it is open 24/7 for visitors interested in natural environments.
Route length: 15.6km routeEstimated time: 1hEcopista da Várzea da Rainha is a 15.63 km long nature trail characterized by its dirt surface. This route supports both foot and bicycle traffic and is part of the local cycling network.
Route length: 3.4km linearEstimated time: 16minLinear routeCiclovia Peniche Baleal is a designated cycleway with an asphalt surface suitable for cycling. It is a footpath designated for pedestrian use and does not allow horses or motor vehicles. The cycleway is not segregated, providing a shared space for cyclists and pedestrians.
Route length: 1km linearEstimated time: 5minLinear routeThis segment of Ciclovia West Cliffs is a 2-meter wide concrete cycleway with designated foot and bicycle access. The path is lit and features a sidewalk for pedestrian use.
Route length: 3.1km linearEstimated time: 14minLinear routeThe Ciclovia da Lagoa de Óbidos is a designated cycleway that follows the entire northern shore of the Óbidos Lagoon. The path is made of concrete and is wide enough to accommodate cyclists with no motor vehicle access allowed. It is also designated for pedestrian use but is not lit or segregated.
Route length: 2.4km linearEstimated time: 11minLinear routeEstrada do Sobral da Lagoa is a permissive access track with a compacted surface, ideal for hiking and cycling enthusiasts. This track enables visitors to enjoy an outdoor trail experience in a natural setting.
Simplicity and genuine flavors, blended with lots of love. That is how Bukubaki describes its own kitchen. Ingredients come from local agriculture and the sea, produced in an organic way. Vegetarian and vegan dishes always appear on the menu.
The bar serves classic and signature cocktails, seasoned with what Bukubaki calls a hint of well-being. The forest surrounds every table. Meals feel unhurried, shaped by the seasons and the Atlantic coast nearby.
A traditional Finnish sauna heats between 80 and 110 degrees Celsius. Hot stones on a special heater produce wet steam, raising humidity inside the wood-lined cabin. Maximum capacity is four people, keeping each session quiet and private.
The massage room draws on sliding, friction, and kneading techniques across the circulatory, lymphatic, and nervous systems. Yoga classes complement the physical treatments, working mind and body in an interconnected way among the trees of Bukubaki's forest setting.
Bukubaki was born from one conviction: create a place that does not corrupt the balance of nature. This is not a policy layered onto existing operations. It is the reason the resort was built. Every design choice follows from that founding principle, promoting connections between people and nature rather than consumption.
Photovoltaic panels and thermal systems supply the resort's energy. Structures use natural materials, primarily wood. Food comes from local organic agriculture and the sea. Guests are asked to minimize noise pollution and their ecological footprint. Bukubaki holds RNET and RNAAT certifications and belongs to the Geoparque Oeste network. Accessible construction serves guests with reduced mobility.
Bukubaki Eco Surf Resort offers 6 accommodation types.
Treehouse Wide
Suspended wooden treehouses described as 'nests in the trees', elevated between heaven and earth, with two bedrooms, a kitchenette, and a terrace with wooden lounge chairs.
Treehouse Tiny
Smaller suspended treehouse accommodation, part of the same treehouse range as the Wide variant.
Canadian Tent
Canadian-style tent accommodation, with adapted rooms available for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility (2 adapted Canadian Rooms available).
Bungalow
Tendas para uma experiência Glamping
Casas suspensas
Find your perfect wave and sleep among the trees on Portugal's Silver Coast.
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