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2-Hour Guided Private Surf Lesson in Kona

Recommended by 100% of travelers
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Big Island of Hawaii, USA
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

As the birthplace of the sport, there's something very special about surfing in Hawaii. Don't worry if you don't know how. This private surfing lesson at Kona's Kahalu'u Beach Park covers all the fundamentals of surfing, including proper technique and etiquette, and will have you riding your first wave.
  • Surfing lesson at Kona's Kahalu'u Beach Park, Hawaii
  • Private lesson: Enjoy your instructor's full, undivided attention
  • Learn all the fundamentals of surfing, including etiquette
  • Guaranteed to have you riding your first wave in Hawaii

What's Included

  • All lessons include a foam top surfboard, reef walker surf shoes, SPF Surf Shirt
  • Swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, Gratuity for instructors

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Kahalu’u Beach Park
    Ali‘i Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA

    All surf lessons take place at Kahalu’u Beach Park.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Kahalu’u Beach Park (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

5.0
based on 86 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Thomas was a superb...

Aaron_B, Feb 2026
Thomas was a superb teacher. We did a 2-person lesson and we both caught waves. Excellent value and just a fun way to spend 2 hours at the beach.

Great first time surfing experience

Haochen_Z, Dec 2025
A great first-time surfing experience! As someone in their early 30s trying surfing for the first time, I expected the lesson to be challenging—but Kai made the whole experience approachable and fun. He was patient, encouraging, and really guided me through the basics so I could get a feel for surfing. The only minor issue was with logistics: I didn’t receive a heads-up beforehand from the surf company and had a bit of trouble finding the exact location. A quick message in advance would make it perfect. Highly recommend for beginners!

Jordan's first surfing lesson.

Sandra_H, Jul 2025
Grandson said it was the most fun ever. He really learned alot and had a great experience. I liked that they focused on safety, too.

Great experience

CHUL_K, Jun 2025
Instructors were great with my son and he had a blast. He was able to surf on his own after two two hour sessions.

My son had a blast! This...

Yair_G, Jan 2025
My son had a blast! This was his second time taking lessons, but the first time riding solo on a board. Bradley was amazing and gave my son the added confidence to catch a wave (while standing!). If you’re ever on the Big Island. We recommend 1:1 sessions with Bradley

Wonderful experience with great instructors

Megan_M, Jul 2024
Alex and Koa were great instructors. We did the private surf lessons (kids 12 and 14) and the instructors were so great and patient. My kids loved every minute. The company was great about communicating about a change in location when the waves weren’t big enough at the original Spot. Great experience and definitely a memory to last a lifetime.

Great experience

Johnny_J, Apr 2024
Did a two hour solo session and had a blast. It was my first time surfing and was actually able to ride some waves. Will definitely book again my next trip to Kona

Surfing, Kona

Lynsie_N, Apr 2022
Kaleo had me standing up almost immediately! Waves hit the first time out. Highly recommend him! So much fun.

Ein Muss für Hawaii Urlauber auf Kona, Big Island

Eduard_S, Apr 2024
Bradley ist ein toller Lehrer und feiner Mensch. Er hat mich trotz meiner anfänglich stümperhaften Versuche immer motiviert weiterzumachen. Ein herzliches Danke für das einzigartige Erlebnis! Eduard

From $229.99

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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On average, this is booked 24 days in advance.

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