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Surfing Lessons in Waikiki with Hawaii Firefighters

5.0 · 303 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Oahu Operated by Surfing with Firefighters Surf & Rescue Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
1h
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
9 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €81 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Surfboards
  • Private transportation

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 21 October 2026.

Reviews

5.0
303 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 300 of 303

Star breakdown of all 303 ratings

5 stars
295 · 97%
4 stars
5 · 2%
3 stars
1 · 0%
2 stars
1 · 0%
1 star
1 · 0%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Meet at the Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue and your surf instructor will meet you there ready to start the surf lesson.
Departure
9 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 daily; 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
Surfing with Firefighters Surf & Rescue; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Learn to surf in Waikiki with local Hawaii firefighters who share a genuine passion for the ocean. Many enjoy surfing on their days off and love sharing their knowledge of the waves and Hawaiian surf culture. As experienced watermen, they provide professional, personalized instruction with a strong focus on safety and customer service. Enjoy an authentic island experience with local experts dedicated to making your surf lesson fun, memorable, and safe.

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

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

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

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #5 of 32€811h4.95 (303)private
Surf Lesson Without the Crowds Including GoPRO Videos€1131h 30m5.0 (221)shared
Family, Private & Group Surf Lessons w/ Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle€852h4.98 (284)shared
Surf Lessons on the North Shore of Oahu€861h 30m4.97 (287)shared

Ranked #5 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. Compare all 32 Surf Lessons

From €81 per adult