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Learn to Surf in Kona Town

Location: Kona, Big Island

Tour Highlights

Feel the wave lift beneath your board, pop to your feet, and glide across warm Kona waters as local surfers cheer you on through one of Hawaii's most unforgettable experiences.

  • Ride your first Hawaiian wave with local instructors
  • Learn heʻe nalu, Hawaii's traditional art of surfing
  • Choose group, semi-private, or private lessons
  • Build confidence with personalized coaching in Kona
  • Surf with all equipment provided

Quick Local Tip: Kahaluʻu Beach isn't just a great place to learn to surf, it's also one of Kona's healthiest reef ecosystems. In the clear, shallow water, take a moment to spot tropical fish weaving through the coral in between catching waves.

What to Expect

On a beautiful Kona beach, your lesson begins with your instructor covering the fundamentals of surfing, ocean safety, and the Hawaiian tradition of heʻe nalu. After a few dry-land exercises, you'll grab your board and head into the warm Pacific, where the real fun begins.

With your instructor right by your side, every wave becomes a learning opportunity. They'll help you position your board, time your takeoff, and coach you through each attempt, building confidence one wave at a time. Then it happens...the wave lifts beneath you, you pop to your feet, and for a few unforgettable seconds you're surfing in Hawaii. The cheers from your instructor usually come just as fast as the smile across your face.

By the end of the lesson, you'll leave with more than a great photo. You'll have experienced the sport where it began and understand why generations of Hawaiians, and visitors from around the world, continue to fall in love with surfing.


Included

  • Born-and-raised local surf instructors
  • Group, semi-private, or private lesson options
  • Surfboard, leash, rash guard, and reef booties
  • Personalized coaching in and out of the water
  • Ocean safety and surfing fundamentals

Duration

2 hours

Address

78-6699 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740


Cancellation Policy

Customers will receive a full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.