Honolulu Surf Lessons: the 4 Best

1.Kayak, Snorkel, and Surf with Turtles in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · from $200Our pick

Join local guides Shane and Neil for a three-hour Waikiki water adventure capped at five people. Kayak or paddleboard over coral reef, snorkel at Turtle Canyon and a shipwreck, then learn to surf with patient instruction. Hotel pickup, gear, snacks, and water are included.

“This was awesome experience with Kayaking, Snorkeling and above all Surfing! We had a blast. Both me and my wife were very basic with swimming but they made it so easy with loads of fun! Don’t miss these guys while in Hawaii!”

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2.Private Surf Lessons in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $199

Meet at 150 Kapahulu Ave for a two-hour private surf lesson at Waikiki Beach. Your English-speaking instructor provides a board and waterproof gear, then adjusts safety, technique, and wave coaching to your level. Instructors such as Niko, Chris, Charlie, Charles, and Kalani have helped first-time surfers and children get standing on the board.

“This is a great way to learn the basics of surfing. Waikīkī has small waves that are perfect for beginners. The private lesson was worth the cost and allowed more coaching and riding more waves. Get the drone package to prove you did it! Niko was a great teacher and his insights and small adjustments sped my progress more than a group class would have.”

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3.Waikiki Beach: Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 73 reviews · 2 hours · from $112Best value

Meet Hans Hedemann Surf School inside the Queen Kapiolani Hotel, then learn paddling, standing, and wave safety at Waikiki Beach. ISA-certified instructors teach in English, Korean, or Japanese, with private, semi-private, and small-group options. Boards, rash guards, reef shoes, leashes, and locker storage are included.

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4.Waikiki Beginner Private Surf Lesson- Female Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 40 reviews · 1 hour · from $135

Meet Ali at the Duke Kahanamoku statue for a private one-hour Waikiki surf lesson. You’ll spend 20 to 30 minutes learning board skills, wave safety, and the pop-up on shore, then paddle out with your instructor. The lesson includes a board and leash, and optional drone footage may be available.

“I had an amazing time learning to surf with Ali!! It was my first time ever and it was such a great experience I immediately booked another lesson with her later in the week and convinced my friend to book one with her as well. She was incredibly kind, very easy to get along with, knowledgeable, patient and supportive!”

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