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Private Surf Lessons Muizenberg, Cape Town

Recommended by 97% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
Cape Town, South Africa
Great choice
20+ bookings last month.
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Annelize_L ·
Feb 2026
I booked the session for my granddaughter, 9 and myself. What an amazing experience. Both coaches were very patient and professional. So much attention to detail! We loved it so much that we have booked 4 more sessions! Highly recommend!
· Mechanne_B ·
Dec 2025
Very Professional and helpful, loved it , i will def be back, Excellent & Friendly Service. Thank you

Overview

If you’re curious about learning how to surf, but you don’t want the potential embarrassment of learning in a large group, then this private experience is the one for you. Led by a qualified surf coach, enjoy a lesson that goes at your preferred pace, with surfboard and wetsuit rental included to ensure the ultimate stress-free experience.
  • Enjoy a private surfing lesson in Cape Town’s Muizenberg
  • No need to organize gear hire: Equipment is provided
  • Safely store your belongings—lockers are available
  • A private lesson means it's adjusted to suit your skill level

What's Included

  • Surfboard and wetsuit
  • Hot Showers
  • Qualified Surf Coach
  • Change rooms and lockers

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Surf Emporium - Muizenberg Surf School & Muizenberg Surf Shop
      Surfers Corner, 72 Beach Rd, Muizenberg, Cape Town, 7945, South Africa

      Surf Emporium Muizenberg is a blue and white stripe building located on Muizenberg Beach Front in Surfers Corner. The official address is 72 Beach Road, Surfers Corner, Muizenberg. We are below Ocean Basket and next door to Hudsons Burger Joint.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • 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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    Featured review

    Annelize_L
    I booked the session for my granddaughter, 9 and myself. What an amazing experience. Both coaches were very patient and professional. So much attention to detail! We loved it so much that we have booked 4 more sessions! Highly recommend!

    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 69 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Such a fun lesson

    Jlcoen5, Mar 2026
    We had a wonderful lesson with Luka. He was very infinitive and was able to help us both learn the basics of surfing. It was a blast. The facility had a nice shower area and was well organized

    I booked the session for...

    Annelize_L, Feb 2026
    I booked the session for my granddaughter, 9 and myself. What an amazing experience. Both coaches were very patient and professional. So much attention to detail! We loved it so much that we have booked 4 more sessions! Highly recommend!

    Best experience ever!!

    Tom_G, Jan 2026
    This has been the very best experience my kids and I have had in South Africa! Not to be missed !!!!!

    Very Professional and...

    Mechanne_B, Dec 2025
    Very Professional and helpful, loved it , i will def be back, Excellent & Friendly Service. Thank you

    Response from Host, Dec 2025

    Hi there, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review and such great feedback about our staff. We would love to have you back anytime. I hope you have a lovely New Years, and hopefully we'll see more of you in 2026! Warm regards Samantha

    It was super fun, it was...

    Nolene_C, Dec 2025
    It was super fun, it was our firts time and we can almost surf on our own. It is a great activity for other couples.

    Messed up the date and...

    Tristan_S, Dec 2025
    Messed up the date and time and they were very accommodating. Great lesson, good length, instructor was really accommodating of what I was able to do and got me up on the board!

    Response from Host, Dec 2025

    Hi Tristan, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a great review! I'm glad your whole experience was a good one and that we got you standing! Our coaches play such an important role in our business and we love sharing reviews like yours with our team. We would love to have you back if you can, so please feel free to let us know. Hopefully we taught you enough that you can continue to practise wherever you go :) Warm regards Samantha & the Surf Emporium Team

    Surfing in Muzenburg was 10/10

    Joshua_N, Dec 2025
    My instructor was very kind, and patient, his name was Jake. Really cool guy, taught me all he could with the time we had. I would def recommend this activity, and do it again in the future.

    Response from Host, Dec 2025

    Hi Joshua, Thank you for your kind review. I'm glad to hear that Jake made such a great impression. I have shared your review with him, and hopefully this won't be the last time we see you! We would love to have you back in the future :) Warm regards Samantha & the Surf Emporium Team

    Really professional...

    Ilke_A, Nov 2025
    Really professional company and people. They are really very friendly. Would strongly recommend going surfing with them.

    We had a great time...

    William_H, Nov 2025
    We had a great time surfing at Muizenberg beach! The conditions were amazing and with the wetsuits it wasn’t too cold. Our instructor was very kind, patient, and explained things well. Would definitely recommend this activity to others!

    Perfect Surf Day

    Martin_N, Oct 2025
    Great experience! Fun, well organized, and perfect for beginners. We loved it! The team was really friendly and made us feel comfortable from the start.

    Amazing!!

    Kelsey_Z, Jul 2025
    It was such a good class that I’m writing a review. Luke was an amazing instructor and so professional! The best surf class I’ve ever taken. Highly recommend

    The instructors are...

    Natasha_M, Jul 2025
    The instructors are really nice and give great advice! The check-in process is really easy just say that you make a book with viator.

    My tour guide Christopher...

    Elisabeth_E, Mar 2025
    My tour guide Christopher was very amazing and friendly. He took lots of nice pictures for me. I highly recommend this excursion! 10/10 and for a great price.

    Everyone should try this atleast once

    Madelaine_O, Feb 2025
    Reggie was our surfing instructor, he was so good and attentive. Anyone can learn from this, even with zero surfing experience.

    Surfing fun is the sun!

    erika_s, Jan 2025
    Shout out to Surf Emporium and our coach, Justin. We had such fun learning how to surf and we're all hooked.

    Exceptional experience!

    Paolo_T, Jan 2025
    No better way to spend a morning than in the beautiful waters at muizenburg! Jaydon was an incredible instructor, the water was warm and the vibes were there

    100% fun

    Jacqueline_K, Nov 2024
    Efficient service and well organized. my grandson had an awesome time. In his words level of fun he had. . 100%.

    10/10

    Kallea_C, Jun 2024
    Awesome experience! Jordan was spectacular and got both of up and standing in the first 15 minutes! We went in the middle of June but the water was perfect for beginners!

    Surfing Training

    Roman_K, May 2024
    Training was delivered really nicely. All steps been explained clearly. First time surfing and we love it

    Really injoyd it and was better than I expected

    Migal_E, Apr 2024
    It was a great experiance. My coach was very nice and supportive even though I sucked at surfing it was nice to have that support. Would reccomend for anyone from any age. You wont regret it.

    Very competently

    Sara_Z, Feb 2024
    It was so nice! The instructor was really kind and competently! It was my first surf lesson and I leard all the most important things about it!

    Something off the bucket list

    Cathy_F, Jan 2024
    We had an amazing time with a private lesson of three. I was older and not as agile , but our instructor was awesome and very helpful spending time equally among us

    Awesome experience!!...

    Coenie_G, Jan 2024
    Awesome experience!! I learned to surf within an hour!! Thank you Surf Emporium for an Amazing Experience!

    Great experience

    Dumani_M, Jan 2024
    The kids absolutely loved it. The staff members and coached are the best! They are friendly, helpful and kind Highly recommended

    Wonderful!

    Ward_V, Dec 2023
    Had never surfed before, and this was a great first time! Experienced teacher and a truly beautiful beach!!

    Super Sweet Fun

    Heather_G, Jul 2023
    The staff was great! Enjoyed the lesson, Gavin had great feedback- it’s a great place to learn- small, slow, crumbly so that pop-up practice & feeling your feet was focus. Appreciated the shop too!!! Beautiful people! Already recommended to others & will be back 🥰🤙🏼

    Surfs up Muizenberg

    Tracy_B, Apr 2023
    The surfing lesson for my teenage nephew was amazing. The surfing instructor was so encouraging and guided him very well. He was able to 'surf' and stood on the board and rode the waves a good few times and it was his first lesson. It was a beautiful day. Happy, professional Surf Emporium was excellent and I'd highly recommend it, come rain or shine, winter or summer.

    Response from Host, Apr 2023

    So stoked that your nephew had such fun, we love to share our passion for the ocean and riding the waves. Please come again.

    The team were super...

    Shannon_M, Mar 2023
    The team were super flexible and let me change the time of my booking at the last minute. Liam was great - super encouraging! I managed to stand up a few times so I'm calling it a success!

    Fantastic time!

    Jekaterina_S, Mar 2023
    We had a great time surfing - it was my second time and my sister’s first time. I was able to wear my own wetsuit, but wetsuits, boards, etc. were provided. The surfing coach was super knowledgeable and patient, and went through everything step by step. Would definitely do this again!

    Amazing time!

    Brittany_T, Mar 2023
    Everyone was so helpful and kind! We had an absolute blast and felt very safe out on the water. I highly recommend!

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