What is included in the North Shore Surf Tour and what can I expect?

The tour includes 2.5 hours of personalized surfing instruction at local North Shore breaks in Haleiwa, with guidance tailored to your experience level using shortboards, longboards, or mid-lengths. Expect hands-on coaching and time in the water to improve your surfing skills.

How long is the North Shore Surf Tour and what is the typical schedule?

The tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours, typically starting in the morning or early afternoon depending on the booking. Exact start times will be provided upon confirmation and include time for instruction, warm-up, and surfing sessions.

Who is the North Shore Surf Tour suitable for? Are there any age or fitness requirements?

This tour is suitable for surfers with prior experience on shortboards, longboards, or mid-lengths, generally recommended for participants aged 12 and older who have a reasonable level of fitness to paddle and surf in ocean conditions.

What should I bring or wear for the North Shore Surf Tour?

Wear a swimsuit or board shorts and bring a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, water, and a change of clothes. Surfboards and rash guards are provided, but you may bring your own equipment if preferred.

Where is the meeting point for the tour and what is the booking or cancellation policy?

The meeting point is in Haleiwa, at a designated local surf shop or beach access area, details provided after booking. Bookings require advance reservation, with cancellations accepted up to 48 hours before the tour for a full refund.

Surfers catching waves on the North Shore beach

North Shore Surf Tour

The North Shore Surf Tour in Haleiwa is a 3-hour experience for surfers with prior experience seeking to enhance their skills. The tour includes multiple surf checks and local ocean current insights.

$350.00

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North Shore Surf Tour in Haleiwa

The North Shore surf tour is a 3-hour advanced surfing experience designed for individuals with previous surf experience who want to improve their skills. The tour provides an opportunity to learn about local ocean currents, reef topography, and surf breaks through multiple surf checks at favorite local spots.

Tour Structure and Instruction

The tour begins with surf checks to assess conditions and wave heights. Based on these, the instructor selects locations to spend approximately 2.5 hours surfing, potentially dividing time between two spots. One-on-one instruction helps participants feel comfortable in unfamiliar lineups.

Additional Information

Duration: 3 hours
Location: Haleiwa, HI
Recommended for intermediate to advanced surfers
Soft top beginner boards provided for beginners; advanced surfers encouraged to bring their own equipment

The tour also offers chances to observe native marine life such as green sea turtles, humpback whales, spinner dolphins, reef fish, and manta rays. North Shore Ohana collaborates with local surf shops to provide board rentals at discounted prices if needed.

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