North Shore Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson: A beginner-friendly journey on the calm Anahulu River
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20 Ratings
Haleiwa
Experience the beauty of Oahu's North Shore on a beginner-friendly stand-up paddleboard lesson. Explore the calm Anahulu River, home to sea turtles and marine life. Choose from small-group, semi-private, or private family lessons.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Kahalewai Place - We start at the mouth of the Anahulu river near Haleiwa Harbor and travel upstream. The Anahulu River feeds into Waialua Bay from the Koolau Range, and the mix of fresh and saltwater creates brackish hues know for its solitude and frequent turtle sightings. The river’s current is so slight that it makes for a nearly effortless outing. A journey to the river’s end takes about 60 minutes, where turns into a tranquil mountain stream. There, paddlers can turn right back around and follow the gentle current back to Waialua Bay. In the Bay, students who want to can try riding the small waves that are usually breaking over a safe sand bar.
What's Included
- Experienced SUP instructor
- Use of equipment (stand-up paddleboard, paddle, surf shirt)
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
Immerse yourself in the verdant surroundings of Oahu’s North Shore through stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). In a 2-hour session tailored for novices, you’ll get guidance before maneuvering your board on the tranquil waters of the Anahulu River, teeming with sea turtles and other aquatic species. With an instructor to student ratio of no more than 3:1, you can expect a personalized experience catered to your abilities and fitness level. Choose from a variety of options: a small group, semi-private or private family classes in the morning, at noon or in the afternoon.
- Minimum age is 8 years for the small-group lesson
- It is recommended that you bring sunglasses with a strap, a hat or other sun protection, and wear a swimsuit or clothing that you don’t mind getting wet
Location
Kahalewai Place
Meet us at Puaena Point Parking lot on Kahalewai Place. Look for our blue company truck and or tent. Call us at 1-808-637-2977 if you need help finding us.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Explore06146037639
Jan 23, 2024
Outstanding Surfing Lesson - Our daughter had a 2-hour private lesson with Aimee. She was fantastic! Our daughter had taken a 3-hour lesson in California in June with a group, but the time was split between everyone. Since she caught on so quickly, this time we did a private so she could advance more quickly. Aimee was so easy to work with - taught her how to read waves and all the other things she needs to know to confidently surf on her own now. Highly, highly recommend North Shore Surf Girls!
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Amanda_ng18
Oct 23, 2023
Paddleboard adventure! - So much fun!! Our teacher was super nice and out-going! Made paddle board fun and easy to learn! She made sure we were all safe all the time and gave us tips. We even saw some turtles while she was saving some birds. She was so lovely! Definitely recommend!
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Sross578
Oct 22, 2023
Great tour!! - My best friend & I booked a great tour with this company! The owner was so pleasant & informative and our guide Kaya was wonderful. Little did we know that she’s a competitive surfer who masters 30-40 foot waves! I had paddle boarded before but my friend was a beginner. Kaya was patient & walked her through each step. We met other locals, saw gorgeous plant life up the river, and saw so many turtles, young & old.
I highly recommend this tour to experience the locals, their passion for island life and the turtles. Bring reef/fish safe sunscreen that is healthy for sea life.
Then go get a well deserved açaà bowl at Bonzeye nearby. A perfect day in the north shore!
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Sticker77
Mar 4, 2023
Would choose to use NSSG every time! - Great communication and affordable pricing. Carol and Josh were friendly and kind, patient and encouraging, and they made it a comfortable and enjoyable experience for my inexperienced teenagers.
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William_l
Dec 13, 2022
Awesome time! - Our family had such a great time! Charlotte, our guide was so patient with us and accommodating with our lack of paddleboarding experience. We had such an amazing experience that we will never forget!
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Tehinamaimataelet
Oct 25, 2022
In great hands!! - Carol is such an expert at what she does! I learned so much in the first hour that I was coached by her. I felt comfortable, safe, and by the end of the lesson I was able to get up on a few waves on my own!! Definitely recommend North Shore Surf Girls!
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Surfnnurse
Oct 11, 2022
Beautiful river paddle-Great for beginners - Beautiful river paddle. Great for beginners. Lots of sea turtles. Our instructor, Charlotte, was awesome!
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Aimeea876
Oct 7, 2022
THE BEST SURF SCHOOL ON THE NORTH SHORE!!!! - The North Shore Surf Girls are the best! They communicate well, are very helpful from the start to finish. They explain everything to you before you even get in the water which made me feel very comfortable. When we get out there they made me understand what was going to happen before it was going to happen so I didn’t have any surprises. After they would help me to catch a wave they would always give me great feedback on what I did right and what I needed to work on. I felt a little scared at first but the way that the North Shore Surf girls are so kind that the whole experience was amazing. I definitely recommend the North Shore Surf Girls if you’re going to take a surf lesson out on the North Shore of Oahu.
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Elizabeth_w
Aug 13, 2022
Bachelorette Party - Such a blast for our Bachelorette Party!! Aimee was absolutely amazing and made it so fun and enjoyable!!
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Hai_k
Aug 10, 2022
The nature with you. - A great getaway from noisy beach, it’s a fun and exhilarating experience with nature, pedaling along the river that runs to the sea. Paige was our beautiful, friendly and cheerful guide/instructor who helped us stand up pedaling in no time. Had a great time.
Pay attention to transport because it’s on your own.
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