---
title: "Surf HNL: Ala Moana Surf Lessons!!!"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Oahu
country: United States
price: 144
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.85
reviews: 53
duration_minutes: 60
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 24 of 32 (Surf Lessons)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-21
data_updated: 2026-10-21
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/oahu/tours/surf-hnl-ala-moana-surf-lessons/
---

# Surf HNL: Ala Moana Surf Lessons!!!

In our comparison: #24 of 32 in Surf Lessons, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

A surfing lesson adds a great workout and a lot of fun to your Oahu vacation. Learn the art of how to hang 10 with a lesson from a qualified instructor at Ala Moana Beach, just minutes from Waikiki. After some practice, get up on the board and catch some waves. Choose either a private or small-group surfing lesson that starts in early or midmorning, depending on your preference.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Meeting point is at the volleyball court.
- Max 4 people: small group
- Starts 08:00: one departure a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Age rule: Minimum age is 12 years for group bookings

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

## Key facts

- Price: from €144 per person for the Private Child Surf Lesson option; other options up to €171
- Duration: 1h
- Rating: 4.85/5 from 53 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Surf HNL
- Group: Shared, up to 4 travellers · private option available
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 08:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.85 from 53 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 52 of 53.

- 5 stars: 48 (91%)
- 4 stars: 4 (8%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 1 (2%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Child Surf Lesson | €144 / person | English | 1-hour surf lesson with private instructor |
| Group Surf Lesson (4 or more) | €153 / person | English | Group Surf Lesson: 1-hour groups surf lesson with no more than 4 people to 1 instructor. |
| Adult Surf Lesson | €162 / person | English | 1- hour adult surf lesson with an instructor |
| Private Adult Surf Lesson | €171 / person | English | One-on-one 1-hour surf lesson between you and the instructor |

## What's included

- Experienced lifeguard, CPR certified instructors
- Wetsuits and life jackets
- Transportation available for selected hotels
- Surf gear such as reef shoes, surfboard, leash, long-sleeved rash guard
- Never more than 4 students/instructor
- 1-hour surf lesson

## Not included

- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Towels, Swimsuit, and Sunblock

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21
- 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

Meeting point is at the volleyball court.

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 12 years for group bookings
- Minimum age is 5 years for private bookings

## Compared with other Surf Lessons

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #24 of 32** | €144 | 1h | 4.85 (53) | shared, max 4 |
| [Surf Lesson Without the Crowds Including GoPRO Videos](/usa/oahu/tours/surf-lesson-without-the-crowds-including-gopro-videos/?format=md) | €113 | 1h 30m | 5.0 (221) | shared |
| [Family, Private & Group Surf Lessons w/ Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle](/usa/oahu/tours/family-private-group-surf-lessons-w-waikiki-courtesy-shuttle/?format=md) | €85 | 2h | 4.98 (284) | shared |
| [Surf Lessons on the North Shore of Oahu](/usa/oahu/tours/surf-lessons-on-the-north-shore-of-oahu/?format=md) | €86 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (287) | shared |

Ranked #24 of 32 in Surf Lessons by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €47 to €290, median €118; typical length 1h 30m. 17 of 32 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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