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Oahu Surfing Lesson in Waikiki 1 hr

TourTruth score 7.6 out of 10

GoodTop 26% in Oahu

9 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Oahu
  • 1 hr 15 min
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Learn to surf Waikiki’s waves in a private 75-minute lesson with gear provided and a guarantee you’ll catch a wave.

About this tour

Feel the Pacific roll beneath your board as you learn to surf in Waikiki with a private instructor. This Oahu surfing lesson pairs personal coaching with a first-wave guarantee, making it a welcoming way to try the sport or build confidence in the water.

Meet your instructor by the ocean at the end of the parking lot, near a small triangular beach. After choosing a rash guard and water shoes, you’ll get a demonstration covering safety, paddling, and pop-ups. Then spend 75 minutes practicing on the waves. Your instructor can help with paddling and push you onto waves as you get comfortable catching them. A surfboard and the necessary lesson gear are provided.

The private format keeps the coaching focused on you, with time to ask questions and work at your own pace. Photos and videos can be purchased separately for $40 USD per person and are sent by email. Book your Oahu surfing lesson in Waikiki for a hands-on introduction to riding the island’s waves.

Highlights

  • Learn surfing basics with personalized, one-on-one coaching
  • Practice safety, paddling, pop-ups, and catching waves
  • Ride Waikiki waves with an instructor’s help
  • Choose an optional photo and video package to remember your lesson

What's included

Included

  • Private one-on-one surf lesson
  • Surfboard, rash guard, and water shoes
  • Instruction on surfing basics and safety
  • Guaranteed wave during your first lesson

Not included

  • Photo and video package: $40 USD per person
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation
  • Sunscreen
  • Towels
  • Water and drinks

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Important information

  • Suitable for ages 4 years and older
  • Children under 4 years are not suitable
  • Not suitable for pregnant women, people with back problems, or people with pre-existing medical conditions
  • Bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen
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  • Meet at the end of the parking lot by the ocean, near a small triangular beach
  • Good weather is required; if poor weather cancels the lesson, choose a different date or receive a full refund
  • Private activity; only your group participates

Frequently asked questions

Is this lesson suitable for beginners?

Yes. The instructor covers safety, paddling, and pop-ups, and helps you practice catching waves.

Is a wave guaranteed?

Yes. The provider guarantees you will catch a wave during your first lesson.

What equipment is provided?

A surfboard, rash guard, and water shoes are provided.

How long is the lesson?

The lesson lasts 75 minutes.

Can I get photos and videos?

A photo and video package is available for an additional $40 USD per person.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 5.00 from 9 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Oahu
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.6. Top 26% in Oahu means it ranks in the top 26% of tours in Oahu by this score.

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