Surf Lessons: Ride Waves at Hanalei Bay

Experience the thrill of surfing at Hanalei Bay with expert local surfers. Learn to ride the waves with Kauai surfing lessons, available for all skill levels. Book a private or semi-private lesson today!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kuhio Highway - The lesson takes place at 5-5134 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, Hawaii 96714. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled lesson time—so, for an 8:30 am start, check in at 8:00 am.
    Upon meeting the expert instructor, personalized coaching will be provided to boost confidence and excitement for surfing. Participants will learn about…
What's Included
  • Private Surf Lesson
  • Use of top-quality surfboards, leashes, and rash vests
  • Safety briefing and ocean orientation
  • Professional local instructors
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Towels, swimwear, and sunscreen
Additional Information

Seeking an unforgettable adventure on Kauai’s North Shore? This is your opportunity to learn surfing amidst the iconic waves of Hanalei Bay. With guided surfing lessons in Kauai, participants will stand up on their boards, ride waves suitable for beginners, and create lasting memories. Whether new to surfing or aiming to enhance skills, experienced…

Location
5-5134 Kuhio Hwy
Kuhio Highway
C H E C K I N INSTRUCTIONS VERY I M P O R T A N T **CHECK IN 1/2 HOUR BEFORE LESSON TIME CHOICE** Often road work somewhere on the island so give yourself time to arrive on time. CHECK IN LOCATION: Hanalei Address: 5-5134 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, Hawaii 96714 Pull in and park in parking lot.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Michelle_k
Jan 3, 2026
Great fun! - The kids loved it! They all ended up surfing on their own and enjoyed each moment. If you go during busy season expect the water to be crowded. The multiple instructors made great efforts so that no one crashed into each other. Would do again
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Kptas220
Jan 1, 2026
Great time! Should have tried it sooner! - Our instructor was relaxed and easy to work with! He did a great job teaching and then getting us great waves as beginners! We loved the experience and would do it again!
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Nathalie_d
Dec 30, 2025
Trip highlight! - This was the highlight of our trip! The private lessons were affordable and Mitchell was a great teacher. Our group included an 8, 11, 14 and 50 ur old who had never surfed. We all were able to stand and surf small waves by the end of our time. I highly recommend this family based company who took great care of us. Mahalo!
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Summit125
Dec 27, 2025
Great for beginners - Easy to book online. Great location in a super cute beach town. Our instructor was Nick. Great guy and helped us all learn to surf. Easy waves. Nice beach.
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B8276dgtracyt
Dec 18, 2025
Friendly service and helpful instructor - Lynn and the other folks at the shop were very friendly and helped get us set up with the right equipment. Mitchell was the instructor for our daughter and two teenage boys. He helped them find the right spot in the bay to work on catching waves and was able to give them helpful pushes and tips. The lessons gave them the confidence to enjoy going out the rest of the week. Mahalo!
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Sakartv
Dec 13, 2025
Best Lesson for a First Timer - Hanalei is a great place to learn and Hawaiian Surfing Adventures is a great operation. We really enjoyed our lesson with Pono - he was patient and thorough and made sure I was set up for success (as much as possible)! Go early to avoid the crowds, it is a popular location. We did a 2nd lesson on the South Shore later in the week and I by far preferred Pono and the HSA team. Thanks again!
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Meghan_m
Dec 5, 2025
amazing day :) - patrick and kawaihoa we’re so amazing! Me and my two friends were complete beginners had never surfed at all before and we probably caught a dozen waves each in our hour and a half !!! far beyond our expectations. We are so happy with our experience!!! Everyone should come if they’re visiting the island to the surf shop and learn how to surf :) our surf guides’ energy were amazing and they really introduced us to the island on our first day in such a positive way!
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Jeanne_g
Dec 4, 2025
Great surf lessons. - Probably the best 90 minutes our kids have had on Kauai was learning to surf with their instructor Nick … cannot recommend this enough. And the surf shop is also not to be missed. Tasteful and thoughtfully curated gifts and stickers and rash guards and all the things that will remind us of Hawaii when we leave.
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Lydiawb1
Nov 29, 2025
Patrick is an amazing teacher! - Patrick was an amazing teacher!! He was so passionate about how the waves form/ how to read the waves and become one with them while you surf. His explanations were create and helped us connect with the surf. Would totally come back and have him as our instructor!
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Elisabeth_s
Nov 25, 2025
Awesome surfing in the perfect backdrop - I’ve surfed a couple times so I’m still a beginner. Jack was an awesome instructor! Half way through the private lesson,he could tell I needed more of a challenge so he got me on a smaller board. He had me working on turns. It was so much fun!! Jack was so supportive and kind. Mahalo!
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From $93
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).