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Maui Surf Instruction 101 at Kalama Beach in Kihei

4.9 · 49 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Maui Operated by South Pacific Kayaks & Outfitters Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Likely to sell out
Duration
2h
Group
Group size varies by option: small group from €156 · private from €195
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
08:00, 10:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Learn to surf at Kalama Beach in Kihei with a soft surfboard and an instructor certified in CPR and first aid.

Hotel transport is not included, and the lesson is not recommended for children aged four or younger. 4.94 from 49 reviews at €98 per person for 2h.

In our comparison: #10 of 16 in Surf Lessons, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Group LessonThe page priceGroup lesson with classes up to 8 students. Available Monday to Friday only€98
Semi Private LessonSemi private lesson for 2 or more students only.€156
Private LessonPrivate lesson for 1 student only. Available Monday to Friday only.€195

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.

Included and not included

  • Instructor with Years of Experience
  • Local taxes
  • CPR and First Aid Certified Instructors
  • Soft Surfboards
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop off

Reviews

4.9
49 ratings
Viator 46 · Tripadvisor 3

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 48 of 49

Star breakdown of all 49 ratings

5 stars
47 · 96%
4 stars
1 · 2%
3 stars
1 · 2%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Kalama Park in Kihei in South Maui - parking lot ocean side from the street from the 76 gas station. Using favorite mapping software (Google maps), enter in "Kalama Park Kihei". Once in area, you will see 76 gas station - see us in parking lot ocean side.
Departure
08:00, 10:30, daily except Sun; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
South Pacific Kayaks & Outfitters; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

What a perfect introduction to surfing! And there's no better place for surfing lessons Maui style! Surfing is a great sport, getting you actively involved in the Maui Hawaii surf. With patient and friendly local Maui surf school guides, you will have a fun and enjoyable lesson!

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Not recommended for child aged 4 and under

Accessibility

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

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

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #10 of 16€982h4.94 (49)varies by option
Semi Private Surf Lessons with Experienced Coaches€1502h5.0 (102)private
2 Hour Private Group Surf Lesson in Lahaina Maui€1142h4.98 (154)private
Semi-Private Surf Lesson for Group of 2-6 People€1471h 30m4.99 (104)shared

Ranked #10 of 16 in Surf Lessons by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €94 to €335, median €123; typical length 2h. 8 of 16 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 16 Surf Lessons

From €98 per adult · Group Lesson