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Private Surf Lesson at Waikiki Beach
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Private Surf Lesson at Waikiki Beach
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Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn more
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Free cancellation
- 24 hours prior100% refund
- Within 24 hoursNo refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English and 2 more
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
Take to the waves at the famous Waikiki Beach during this private 90-minute surfing lesson. Learn how to paddle and pop up from your longboard, first on the sand, and then test your newfound skills in the Pacific. Already know the basics? No problem, you receive tailored instruction based on your skill level. Want to introduce your little one to the sport? This surfing lesson is great for kids too!
- Private 90-minute surfing lesson
- Learn how to surf on Waikiki beach
- Practice the basics like popping up on dry land, then enter the water to put your new skills to use
- Receive customized instruction
- Choose from multiple start times
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What's Included
Local guide
Gratuities
Rash Guard rental $5
Lock rental $5
Photography - with advance reservations
Departure & Return
Big Wave Dave at Surf & Coffee , 226 Lewers St #154, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
This activity will end right where it started.Big Wave Dave Surf & Coffee CHECK IN - 20 minutes prior to lesson start time.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- OPERATED BY Big Wave Dave Surf & Coffee
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
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- "The private lesson is definitely the way to go if you get an instructor like Diana." See review
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Great instructor. Physically exhausting.
David_T
, May 2022
Surfing in Hawai'i is a MUST!
Colette_K
, May 2022
Fantastic experience
Diane_T
, Apr. 2022
I’d skip this and rent from someone on the beach
Tricia_D
, Apr. 2022
Just do it!
Michael_R
, Apr. 2022
So much fun!
Rebecca_O
, Apr. 2022
Great experience, great instructor
Angela_B
, Apr. 2022
Fabulous Experience!
Elizabeth_J
, Feb. 2022
This was, without a doubt, the best experience we had while on Oahu. I was so nervous before we started I honestly wasn’t sure of my own name!
Chris and Paul were such fabulous instructors- we could tell how much they loved to surf and how much they wanted us to love it. We started with the basics on land, then walked to the beach and were in the water in about 30 minutes. I wasn’t sure my daughter and I would be able to do it, but they had us up on our surfboards and actually surfing in no time.
Chris and Paul were so positive and encouraging - there’s no way you couldn’t accomplish something with them cheering you on. I’d like to bottle that up and take it home with me!
Highly, highly recommend this.
1 traveller found this review helpful
Great instructor. Great lesson. Had a blast.
Joe_Y
, Feb. 2022
I was late and they were flexible with me. They had a locker available to rent. Now the lesson itself, the instructor was very knowledgeable and knew how to break it down for a beginner. While waiting, there was no awkward dull, he was very friendly and talked about what I was interested in. Lastly, I had a blast learning how to surf itself. If I lived here, I would have bought a board directly after the lesson. I can see how it can be addicting.
Hang 10
Mark_C
, Dec. 2021
I had no expectation but I was stunned!
Joanne_A
, Dec. 2021
Awesome Surfing
Natalie_N
, Nov. 2021
Great Experience
Luigi_G
, Oct. 2021
Our instructor Chris was...
Arthur_H
, Oct. 2021
Great lessons
Jonathan_A
, Sep. 2021
I had Nick as my...
Melanie_M
, Sep. 2021
I had Nick as my instructor. I am a slow learner, but he was very kind and patient with me. That helped me a lot because I was extremely nervous initially. This would be my first time truly swimming in a place other than a pool, not to mentioned half a mile off the shore. I also had the instructor Chris helped me, and he is amazing as well. The instructors in this lesson are just great overall. If I get a chance to come back to Waikiki, I would definitely reach out again and also recommand this place to everyone visiting Waikiki, Hawaii.
2 travellers found this review helpful
Hang Loose!
Jay_B
, Sep. 2021
Excellent instruction! I...
Jennifer_O
, Aug. 2021
Fabulous instructor!
Kayoko_O
, Aug. 2021
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