Best Surf Rentals and Tours

Sandwiched between rugged coastal mountains and south-facing beaches, Santa Barbara is often called the American Riviera. The dramatic geography and warm Mediterranean climate are best appreciated on the ocean, by kayak. Paddle Sports Center has kayak, SUP and surf rentals, as well as expert guided tours that offer you a front row seat to view wildlife of the region, from sea lions to sea stars, pelicans to dolphins.read more

The North Shore Surf Girls Surf School is located on the storied North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. They specialize in beginner surfing and SUP lessons and board rentals for those who want to explore Oahu famous waters. North Shore Surf Girls strives to provide an inclusive, fun, and safe experience for people of all ages, from all over the world, to learn how to surf.read more

Enjoy the natural beauty of Laguna Beach with 1.5 hr semi-private surfing lessons or a guided kayak adventure. Learn to paddle out, pop up and catch some waves on Laguna's most coveted beginner surf beach. Or kayak through a wildlife sanctuary along one of the most beautiful coastlines in California and explore hidden beaches, cliffs, see sea lions, dolphins and more! Family friendly, and no experience necessary!read more

Lovewater Surf Co offers beginner through advanced surfing lessons in Santa Barbara and Ventura, CA. Lovewater is a family run surf school with a grassroots vibe offering customized private, semi-private and group surf lessons!read more

Hawaiian Lifeguards Surf Instructors will help you learn the basics before paddling out into the waves with their unique surfing classroom. Whether joining HLSI for the first time or adding more board stories, their surfing classroom gets students geared up and warmed up. Spend more time surfing than swimming with their professional Hawaiian lifeguard instructors!read more

Learn to surf on the Big Island of Hawaii with Kona Mike's expert surf instructors. Private, semi-private and group lessons offered at Kona's best surf spot. Your family or group will be well taken care of during your surf lesson. All surf instructors are CPR and First Aid certified as well as trained in professional rescue. read more

Learn to surf with SoBe Surf, Miami's oldest surfing school. Surfing in South Beach provides a beautiful break with a sandy bottom, shallow water and consistent beginner waves. The warm Miami water allows for lessons year round! Bond with family and friends over a shared surf session regardless of your age or skill level. Fully insured, certified and experienced instructors facilitate positive and safe surfing experiences and foster a contagious love and enthusiasm for the sport.read more

iSurf's goal is to providing the best surf lessons on the central coast for both quality and price. The professional instructors focus on how to catch waves, better understand the ocean and move on to more advanced surfing techniques. read more

Mahina Hawaii offers a personalized experience through their private Oahu adventures and retreats. Experience Hawaii from a local's perspective, and explore the most beautiful and lesser-known spots like tranquil swimming holes, gushing waterfalls, epic hikes, and perfect beaches. They will customize the perfect day whether you want to paddle, surf, hiking, snorkel, swim in waterfalls, cliff jump, and more!read more

Get the attention you deserve with small group surfing lessons at a premier San Diego beach in Oceanside California. San Diego Surf's team of professional instructors have a passion for surfing and will teach you the basics, fundamentals, let you practice, have fun and learn. Their goal is to teach, motivate and excite you to ride the waves in an adventure you will never forget. Great for ages 6 and older, pictures and video of your surfing day included!read more

Spending time in Kona, Hawaii and want to learn to ride the waves? Kahalu'u Surf and Sea offers surf lessons that use tried and true techniques, taught by friendly, certified instructors. Their Kona surf store also offers lessons and rental gear for popular Big Island pastimes like snorkeling and stand up paddle boarding. read more

At Pine Grove Surf Club you are always treated like family. The Nogales brothers have over 30 years of experience in the water, and pride themselves in providing their customers the best experience possible whether you are surfing , snorkeling, paddleboarding or kayaking. Learn the art of surfing at the best beach in Puerto Rico, paddle the mangrove ecosystems or snorkel Isla Verde's nature reserve coral reef.read more

Paddling a kayak or a stand up paddleboard is a must-do while visiting the Sarasota area. SURFit USA offers kayak and SUP rentals at two locations: the famous Lido mangrove tunnels and Siesta Key, as well as several tours daily in both locations. Discover a bird rookery, private beaches, and wildlife like dolphins and manatees. They also offer SUP lessons, surf camps and SUP yoga!read more

SoBe Surf & Paddle has waterfront kayak and stand up paddle board rentals, tours and lessons near Cocoa Beach on the Banana River Lagoon Wildlife Aquatic Preserve. They have a huge selection of equipment for all skills and levels, and offer a free intro clinic with SUP rentals. Guided tours start from their private launch, with an expert tour guide showing you wildlife like manatees, dolphins, birds and fish. Or take a lesson and learn how to SUP or surf from professional SUP surfers and expert instructors.read more

Innerlight Surf Shop has been serving the Gulf Coast’s boarding needs for 50 years! Rent an SUP or book a surfing lesson right on Pensacola Beach, FL. Private & group lessons offered. Delivery available for rentals! read more

Outside Hilton Head is your source for private, small group kayaking and paddle boarding excursions and surf camps on Hilton Head. Daily guided trips to explore the island as well as rentals of kayaks and paddleboards.read more

Play with La Vida Laguna on the magical blue Pacific Marine Reserve, a 25,000 acre protected coastal wilderness. Learn to surf in Laguna's famous waters or take a kayak or SUP lesson or tour along one of the most dramatic coastlines in the world, filled with hidden beaches, contoured cliffs, crystal clear ocean, abundant sea life like sea lions, dolphins and whales.read more

Sammy’s Aloha Watersports offers high quality individualized instruction and rentals in O’ahu for kiteboarding, windsurfing, surfing, and stand up paddleboarding. Owner Samuel Perez Hults is a competitive watersports athlete with 20 years of experience in teaching others to share his love for the ocean. Learn from the experts in the watersports mecca of O'ahu!read more

Active Oahu escapes the mainstream and helps get you off the beaten path and out on an adventure. They deliver kayaks, snorkel gear, stand up paddle boards, surfboards and more to the beach or your accommodation. Experience the North Shore of Oahu through self-guided kayak tours, stand up paddle boarding, snorkeling, and surfing.read more

Learn to surf the renowned Hawaiian waves, and connect to the natural beauty of the islands in the process. Whether you are a beginner who’s never touched a board or an avid surfer who is looking to hone their skills even further, Lahaina Surf Shack has certified experts that can help you achieve your goals. Surfing and stand up paddleboarding classes offered for all ages, with various programs tailored to your particular skillset. Private, semi-private, family and group options. read more

Maui Wave Riders is family owned and operated, and is dedicated to providing SUP and surfing lessons to each student with a fun, safe and unforgettable surf experience. They adapt the lesson to the ability of each student, and go that extra mile to make your surf experience the most memorable highlight of your Maui vacation.read more

Big Wave surfer Drake Hickman and his team of professional instructors provide private, semi-private and group surf lessons in small, safe conditions on Oahu's north shore. Surf lessons are 2 hours, and great fun for all ages! Surfboards and rashguards provided.read more