Private Los Cabos Surf Lesson at Costa Azul

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Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

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5+ bookings last month.

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Learn to surf like a professional in Los Cabos with a private lesson at Costa Azul. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced surfer, people of all skill levels can enjoy this experience. Hop aboard your complimentary roundtrip transportation and get ready to ride the waves for multiple hours. Fuel up with bottled water and granola bars along the way.

Learn how to surf in Los Cabos and experience a fun time while at it
Cruise the waves of Costa Azul; the lesson is tailored to experience level
Pickup and drop-off to hotel or port in an air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water, granola bars, and surfing equipment provided

What's Included

Surfboard, rashguard, beach chairs, umbrella setup, and all necessary surf equipment
Specific surfboard sizes, fiberglass boards, or wetsuits available upon request with 24-hour notice
2-hour surfing lesson at Costa Azul Beach
Bottled water and light snacks
Complimentary round-trip transportation from selected areas in an air-conditioned vehicle

Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Towels

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

• Complimentary round-trip transportation is available from hotels in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor • If your hotel is not listed, feel free to contact us so we can check transportation availability for your area • Guests arriving with their own vehicle may meet directly at Costa Azul Beach (Zippers Parking Area), where the surfing lesson begins from the beach • Hotels outside the main tourist area, including Hard Rock, Nobu, Rancho San Lucas, Diamante, or Four Seasons, are not included in complimentary transportation and will meet at Plaza Gali OXXO in Cabo San Lucas • Cruise guests will also meet at Plaza Gali OXXO, approximately 3–5 minutes walking from the marina exit. Detailed walking directions will be provided with your confirmation message • Cabo San Lucas cruise arrivals operate using tender boats, which may take additional time depending on port operations. We strongly recommend taking the earliest tender available or booking priority tender service whenever possible • Guests who miss transportation or arrive late must arrive directly at Costa Azul Beach before the activity start time at their own expense

Meeting point

OXXO Gali LAP
Blvd Marina Cabo San Lucas 871 Acceso, Supermanzana La, Centro, Marina, 23453 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico
Guests arriving with their own vehicle usually meet at Plaza Gali OXXO in Cabo San Lucas. The activity starts at Costa Azul Beach in San José del Cabo. Please let us know in advance which location you prefer so we can provide your exact meeting time and instructions.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Costa Azul

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Minimum age is 6 years old
Guests receive exact meeting or pick-up instructions within 24 hours after booking through the Viator operator chat. If not received, please contact us at least 24 hours before your tour
Maximum waiting time after scheduled meeting or pick-up time is 5 minutes
Cut-off times are based on local experience time
Private surf lessons allow more personalized coaching, pacing, and wave selection depending on skill level and guest preferences
Suitable for beginner, intermediate, and advanced surfers with coaching adapted to skill level and ocean conditions
Surf lessons require basic comfort in the water and moderate physical activity
Wetsuits available upon request during winter months in XL, LG, M, and SM

Travelers requesting specific surfboard sizes or fiberglass boards should contact us at least 24 hours in advance
Instructor ratio 1:3
Observer/companion spots require advance reservation and additional transportation fee. Observer option does not include surfboard or surf lesson participation
Surf lessons operate seasonally approximately from March 15 through November 15 based on seasonal swell conditions
Morning departures are usually recommended for cleaner and more consistent surf conditions
This experience requires favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to unsafe weather, ocean conditions, or operational restrictions, guests will be offered an alternative date or full refund
No locker facilities are available, but belongings may usually remain inside the transportation vehicle during the activity
Not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnancy, or serious heart conditions
Participants under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed
Medical refund requests require an official same-day doctor’s certificate and prior notification before activity start time
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 75 reviews

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Outstanding Surfing Experience with Sol and Marcos in Costa Azul!

Valerie_W, Jul 2025

Excellent communication by text from the tour operator prior to the excursion, including detailed instructions about the pick up point. Sol and Marcos picked us up on time and provided safe travel to and from beautiful Costa Azul. Both gentlemen are delightful people as well as patient and informative teachers, ever mindful of our safety especially the 8 year old in our group and one adult who are novice swimmers. Sol and Marcos celebrated our progress and offered useful tips for improving our surf skills. Lord willing, we'll return to Cabo and would certainly surf again, and hopefully kayak or hike with our new friends, Sol and Marcos! Muchas gracias for an outstanding experience!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful and thoughtful review! 🌞🏄‍♂️ We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family had such an amazing surf lesson at Costa Azul with Sol and Marcos. Your kind words about their patience, care, and teaching truly mean a lot to us. 🙌✨ It makes us happy to know everyone felt safe and celebrated — especially the youngest surfer in your group! We’d love to welcome you back to Cabo anytime for more surfing, kayaking, or hiking adventures with our team. 🌊🚶‍♂️🛶 Muchas gracias for choosing us and sharing your experience — until next time! High Tide Los Cabos Team

A wonderful introduction to surfing with an attentive and talented instructor.

William_D, Mar 2025

A great experience for families. We have a 13 year old daughter who is anxious to surf again and this is due to the instruction from Alan. Alan was patient and engaging and made the experience incredible. Alan picked us up and dropped us off at our hotel and was very knowledgeable about the area. We wore wetsuits which were good to have even though the water temperature was pleasant in March. Alan worked to our individual strengths on the water and all three of us were able to stand up on a wave even though we have never tried surfing before. Thank you to Alan for such a memorable experience!

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Hi there! 🌊 We’re so thrilled to hear that Alan made your first surfing experience so special! His patience and personalized approach truly help make each lesson unforgettable. 🏄‍♂️💙 It’s amazing that your whole family got to stand up on a wave, especially for your first time out! Thank you for sharing your experience with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another awesome surf session in the future. High Tide Los Cabos Team

6 Year Old Came Back With 3 Stitches

Tuc_T, Jul 2023

I am extremely upset and disappointed in Private Los Cabos surf lesson. It is a parent’s worst fear to send their child away for a class, and have them come back unsafe and hurt. My 6 year old son fell onto the surfboard and his lip, chin, and nose were cut open. He had to go to emergency to have 3 stitches. I understand accidents happen, but the teachers should have given him more instructions and training before letting him out to the ocean. In addition, there needed to be much more handholding, foresight experience, and careful watching for a first time young child surfer. The teachers had the audacity to say this happens all the time to the kids. I cannot express the sadness I feel when I look at his face. The picture was taken next day, after 5 sessions of icing the wound. We still have several days of vacation left where he cannot enjoy himself and activities such as the pool, due to possible infection. If this is the kind of trip you want for your family, then I would encourage you to pay and sign up for this surf tour. If not, I CANNOT recommend.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

We sincerely apologize for the unfortunate incident that occurred. We understand that accidents can happen, but we want to clarify that they do not happen all the time. We regret that the instructor made a statement suggesting otherwise, he was talking about dropping off the board, not accidents. It's essential to note that your child fell forward, not backward, as demonstrated by the instructor during the class. We acknowledge that you had already pointed this out to your child. In response to the situation, we took immediate action to assist you. One of our guides accompanied you to the hospital while the rest of your family continued with the lesson under the supervision of another guide. Once again, we offer our sincere apologies for any distress this incident may have caused. Our primary concern is the safety and well-being of our participants, and we assure you that we will review our safety protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future. If you have any further concerns or questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We value your feedback and are committed to delivering an enjoyable experience for all our participants. Thank you for your understanding. Best Regards HT Team

Personal coaching to make surfing a success for our whole family

Karl_U, Apr 2023

Had lots of fun with our family of 5 catching larger waves than we anticipated! Thanks for a great experience, we will be back!

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you for sharing your vacation with us, the surf lessons are fun for the whole family, we hope to see you again in sunny Cabo. Warm regards HT Team