---
title: Surf with the Pros
lang: en
type: tour
city: Big Island
country: United States
price: 154
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.76
reviews: 68
duration_minutes: 90
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 5 of 6 (Surf Lessons)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-07
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/surf-with-the-pros/
---

# Surf with the Pros

**Guidekin's take:** Local instructors with lifeguard training and CPR certification lead this surf lesson for families and surfers seeking personal instruction. A surfboard, reef shoes and surf shirt are included; parking at the main beach costs extra. 4.76 from 68 reviews at €154 per person for 1h 30m.

In our comparison: #5 of 6 in Surf Lessons, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Join us for an ultimate surf experience. Whether you’re traveling with family and looking for a relaxed group experience or just trying to get some personalized tutelage, Kona Town Surf Adventures has an option to fit your needs. We make sure you get the time and attention you need during the lesson with a team of trained, experienced, and licensed instructors. Our instructors are all lifeguard-trained and CPR-certified. Not only that, learn to surf with locals.Trust our friendly team of born and raised locals to help you succeed. We take the utmost care to make sure every student is comfortable, from the moment your feet leave the shoreline to the last wave you catch for a memorable surf experience.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: We meet on the north end of the beach.
- 6 start times: between 07:00 and 15:45
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €154 per person
- Duration: 1h 30m
- Rating: 4.76/5 from 68 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Kona Town Surf Adventures
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 07:00, 08:45, 10:30, 12:15, 14:00, 15:45
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07

## Reviews

4.76 from 68 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 64 of 68.

- 5 stars: 60 (88%)
- 4 stars: 4 (6%)
- 3 stars: 1 (1%)
- 2 stars: 2 (3%)
- 1 star: 1 (1%)

## What's included

- We provide surfboard, reef shoes, and surf shirt.

## Not included

- Public parking at the main beach area 12$

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 07:00, 08:45, 10:30, 12:15, 14:00, 15:45
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

We meet on the north end of the beach. Look for a Silver Step Van parked along side the guard rail. Front of our Van will have our Logo & Name. There is public parking at the main beach area. Parking charge of 12$. Limited street parking is available as well.

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Compared with other Surf Lessons

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #5 of 6** | €154 | 1h 30m | 4.76 (68) | shared |
| [2-Hour Guided Private Surf Lesson in Kona](/usa/big-island/tours/2-hour-guided-private-surf-lesson-in-kona/?format=md) | €228 | 2h | 4.98 (97) | private |
| [Premium group surf lessons- Kona’s Best Surf Lessons](/usa/big-island/tours/premium-group-surf-lessons-kona-s-best-surf-lessons/?format=md) | €154 | 1h 30m | 4.95 (74) | shared |
| [Private Surf Experience](/usa/big-island/tours/private-surf-experience/?format=md) | €181 | 1h 30m | 4.89 (213) | private |

Ranked #5 of 6 in Surf Lessons by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €118 to €228, median €155; typical length 1h 30m. 2 of 6 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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