--- title: Private Hanalei Sandy Bottom Surf Lesson on Kauai lang: en type: tour city: Kauai country: United States price: 114 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.93 reviews: 397 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 1 of 4 (Surf Lessons) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/private-hanalei-sandy-bottom-surf-lesson-on-kauai/ --- # Private Hanalei Sandy Bottom Surf Lesson on Kauai **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 (table below). ## Overview 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. ## Before you book - Meeting point: C H E C K I N INSTRUCTIONS VERY I M P O… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 6 start times: between 08:30 and 13:30 - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €114 per person - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.93/5 from 397 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Hawaiian Surfing Adventures - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:30, 09:30, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.93 from 397 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 391 of 397. - 5 stars: 379 (95%) - 4 stars: 12 (3%) - 3 stars: 4 (1%) - 2 stars: 2 (1%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Private Surf Lesson - Use of the top of the line surf boards, leashes and rash vests - Safety briefing and ocean orientation - Professional, local instructors ## Not included - Gratuities - Hotel pick-up and drop off - Towels, swimwear, and sunscreen ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 09:30, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30 - 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 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. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - 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. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €228 | €114 | | 4 | €364 | €91 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Surf Lessons start at €111 per person. ## 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](/usa/kauai/tours/semi-private-surf-lessons/?format=md) | €159 | 1h 30m | 4.96 (49) | private | | [Kauai's Ultimate Semi-Private Surf Lesson](/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-s-ultimate-semi-private-surf-lesson/?format=md) | €184 | 1h 30m | 4.81 (36) | shared | | [Kauai's Ultimate Group Surf Lesson](/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-s-ultimate-group-surf-lesson/?format=md) | €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. 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