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Waves Hawaii Surf School in Kihei Maui

4.9 · 123 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Maui Operated by Waves Hawaii Surf School Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h
Group
Group size varies by option: private from €94 · small group from €157
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
07:30, 09:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Learn to surf in Kihei with up to six students per instructor and a choice of group, semi private or private lessons.

A surfboard, rash guard and reef shoes are included; children under ten must book a private or semi private lesson. 4.9 from 123 reviews at €94 per person for 2h.

In our comparison: #12 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

4 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 priceKids 10 & under book private : If child/children are under 10yrs old they must book a private lesson for safety. We have the right to refuse service€94 for 2+ people
Semi-Private Lessonkids 10 or under book private: If child/children are under 10yrs old they must book a private lesson for safety. We have the right to refuse service€157 for 2+ people
Private LessonPrivate Lesson for any age: 2-hr Private One on One Lesson. Maximum 1 participant.€213
Baby Surf: 1-5 yrs old Baby surf 1-5 yr old: 1 hour tandem, specialty baby surf lesson. From 1yr old to 5 yr old. We can get your baby up and riding waves. Duration: 1 hour€215

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

  • Professional instructor
  • All surf gear (Rash Guard, Reef Shoes & Surfboard)
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviews

4.9
123 ratings
Tripadvisor 108 · Viator 15

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 121 of 123

Star breakdown of all 123 ratings

5 stars
116 · 94%
4 stars
5 · 4%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
1 · 1%
1 star
1 · 1%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Meet at the Waves Hawaii Surf School truck in Kalama Park. Our truck is centrally located in Kalama Park in Kihei, within walking distance of many local shops and restaurants. This park is the heart of surfing on the South Side of Maui. Address: 1900 South Kihei Road, Kihei, Hawaii.
Departure
07:30, 09:30, 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
Waves Hawaii Surf School; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Family Fun for all ages, even Baby just choose option according to their age. Surf with our world famous surf instructors! We are Kihei & Waileaʼs smallest, most private & exclusive Billabong Surf School. The only way to experience the true Hawaii is on a surfboard. Experience the magic of the ocean like the ancient Hawaiians. 6 to 1 ratio, or less.

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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children

  • We suggest children under the age of 8 should book a private 1 on 1 lesson.
  • If child/children are under 10yrs old they must book a private or semi private lesson.

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Age rule We suggest children under the age of 8 should book…

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 · #12 of 16€942h4.9 (123)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 #12 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 €94 per adult · Group Lesson