08:30, 09:30, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
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Guidekin's take
Work on surfing skills at Hanalei Bay's sandy-bottom shore on a private tour for your party.
Boards, leashes and rash vests are supplied, along with a safety briefing and ocean orientation; hotel pickup is excluded. 4.93 from 397 reviews at €114 per person for 1h 30m.
In our comparison: #1 of 4 in Surf Lessons, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
Use of the top of the line surf boards, leashes and rash vests
Safety briefing and ocean orientation
Professional, local instructors
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Towels, swimwear, and sunscreen
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 7 November 2026.
Reviews
4.9
397 ratings Tripadvisor 263 · Viator 134
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 391 of 397
Star breakdown of all 397 ratings
5 stars
379 · 95%
4 stars
12 · 3%
3 stars
4 · 1%
2 stars
2 · 1%
1 star
0 · 0%
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
C H E C K I N INSTRUCTIONS
VERY I M P O R T A N T !!!!!!!!!!
ALERT. ALERT. ALERT. ALERT
**CHECK IN 1/2 HOUR BEFORE LESSON TIME CHOICE** 10/for 10:30**
Often road work somewhere on the island.
Give yourself extra time
We share parking lot with Tahiti Nui.
Pull in and park in parking lot.
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Hawaiian Surfing Adventures; booking and payment are completed on Viator
About this tour, from the operator
Looking for an unforgettable adventure on Kauai’s North Shore? Here’s your chance to finally learn how to surf, right in the iconic waves of Hanalei Bay. With guided Kauai surfing lessons, you’ll stand up on your board, ride beginner-friendly waves, and create memories you’ll never forget. Whether you're just starting out or looking to build on your skills, experienced local instructors will guide you every step of the way on the warm, sandy-bottom shore.
As the North Shore’s very first surf school, this team has set the standard for fun, safe, and effective surf instruction. Lessons at Hanalei Bay are perfect for beginners or families who want to experience the thrill of surfing in crystal-clear water that’s perfect for all ages and abilities.
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Strollers OK
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Participant must call and re-confirm booking 48 hours prior to activity
Participants are with their own people whether 1/2/3/4 or more so can be an age you feel appropriate.
Please enter your weights in pounds and please enter your heights in feet and inches.
YOU DO CHECK IN 1/2 HOUR BEFORE LESSON TIME CHOICE. Example, 8 am check in for 8:30 lesson start time.
Good to know
Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days: Full refund
0-1 days: No refund
Compared with other Surf Lessons
Tour
Price
Duration
Rating
Group
This tour · #1 of 4
€114
1h 30m
4.93 (397)
private
Semi Private Surf Lessons
€159
1h 30m
4.96 (49)
private
Kauai's Ultimate Semi-Private Surf Lesson
€184
1h 30m
4.81 (36)
shared
Kauai's Ultimate Group Surf Lesson
€111
1h 30m
4.82 (125)
shared
Ranked #1 of 4 in Surf Lessons by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €111 to €184, median €137; typical length 1h 30m. 2 of 4 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 4 Surf Lessons