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    90-Minute Surf Lesson in Hilton Head Island

    Learn surfing fundamentals with safety-focused instruction and included equipment

    4.8 stars• 271 reviews
    From$117/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    90 mins

    Includes

    Equipment, instructor

    Highlights

    Learn surfing fundamentals in a small-group session or private clinic with safety-focused instruction. Practice on soft-top surfboards, boogie boards, and skim boards.
    • Build confidence with basic surfing instruction
    • Practice on 7-foot and 9-foot soft-top surfboards
    • Try boogie boards and skim boards
    • Choose a small-group session or private one-on-one instruction

    What's Included

    • Surfboards, boogie boards, and skim boards
    • Instructor

    Know before you go

    • Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in
    • Wear a bathing suit or clothing you do not mind getting wet
    • Complete a digital waiver before the activity
    • A booking fee applies; the amount is not provided

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 48 hours before your scheduled time. Later cancellations are charged in full. Weather cancellations are at the operator's discretion; if canceled and cannot be rescheduled, there is no charge.

    FAQs

    Wear a bathing suit or clothing you do not mind getting wet. Bring plenty of sunscreen; a bottle of water for each person is recommended.

    A digital waiver is required for each participant before the surf lesson.

    Meeting details

    Activities Tent at the Sonesta Resort Hotel, 130 Shipyard Dr., Hilton Head Island, SC

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    Adult

    $117.98

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    Child

    $117.98

    Ages 12 and under

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    Private One-On-One Clinic

    $207.87

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    271 reviews•Google Maps
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    This operation stands out for its exceptional guides who truly know their stuff. Travelers consistently praise captains like Pete, Kelly, Dan, and Dean for their deep knowledge of local history, marine life, and the Gullah community. The guides don't just drive boats or lead tours—they actively search for dolphins, share fascinating facts about the marshland ecosystem, and make every outing feel personalized and engaging. The variety of experiences impresses visitors too. You can choose from dolphin tours, kayaking excursions through the marsh, eBike adventures, or historic trips to Daufuskie Island. Reviewers mention spotting tons of dolphins up close, catching gorgeous sunsets, and learning about everything from feeding behaviors to local flora and fauna. Multiple families with young children had wonderful experiences, with guides like CT providing appropriately sized equipment and keeping kids entertained. What really shines through is how genuinely friendly and caring these guides are—people specifically request them by name and remember their tours as trip highlights.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Had a great paddle in Hilton Head. Our guide Michael, was very knowledgeable, very patient, and very friendly. Can’t wait to go again!

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    Thomas Newcomb

    February 28, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Had a great paddle in Hilton Head. Our guide Michael, was very knowledgeable, very patient, and very friendly. Can’t wait to go again!

    Photo of Thomas Newcomb

    Thomas Newcomb

    February 28, 2026

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