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Private Surf Lesson with Instructor, Board, & Wetsuit

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
Santa Barbara, USA
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Have a real California surfing experience with a private instructor along the beautiful shoreline of Santa Barbara, California. This Viator tour will have you in the water, on a board, and hitting the waves. Never surfed before? No problem! This tour is open to all skill levels.
  • This tour is capped at two people, allowing for more time with your surf instructor
  • Instruction on surf safety, etiquette, and technique
  • All equipment is provided in the price of the tour
  • Offered year-round

What's Included

  • 1.5-hour lesson
  • Expert instructor
  • Use of equipment (surfboard, wetsuit)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drink
  • Towels

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 736 Carpinteria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA

    IMPORTANT: The directions above are NOT accurate for your meeting point. You will be meeting your instructor at the beach, which will be a 15-25 minute drive south of Santa Barbara. You will be emailed about the exact location AFTER you book your lesson. Thank you!

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Most travelers can participate
  • All participants MUST be able to swim
  • 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 96 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great First Time Experience

Sacha_S, Apr 2023
Madison was a delightful instructor for my two kids. She was knowledgeable, supportive and friendly. The kids had a blast and had many wonderful things to say about Madison. Thank you!

Response from Host, Apr 2023

So glad to hear that the kids had a blast!! Let's get them out there surfing next year :)
Likely to Sell Out

From $85.00

per person

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

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On average, this is booked 22 days in advance.

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