Day trips

Los Cabos Surf Lesson at Costa Azul

San José del Cabo, Mexico · 2h · 1–20 people

Runs in Spanish English

  • Moderate
  • From age 6
  • Public transport nearby

Your guide

High Tide Los Cabos

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico · Agency

High Tide Los Cabos is a locally operated adventure company specializing in guided outdoor experiences throughout Baja California Sur. Our experienced bilingual guides are …

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Learn to surf at Costa Azul with certified instructors during a fun, beginner-friendly lesson that includes surfboard, rash guard, transportation, and personalized coaching.

Highlights

  • Learn to surf or improve your skills at Costa Azul Beach, one of Los Cabos' most popular surfing destinations.
  • Enjoy approximately two hours of surfing with experienced instructors and personalized guidance.
  • Learn essential surfing techniques, including paddling, balancing, wave selection, and standing up on your board.
  • Experience the beautiful coastline of San José del Cabo with a maximum ratio of three surfers per instructor.
  • Surfboards, rash guards or wetsuits, bottled water, snacks, and round-trip hotel transportation included.
Experience the excitement of surfing at Costa Azul Beach, one of Los Cabos' most popular surfing destinations, located near San José del Cabo. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced surfer looking to improve your technique, this guided lesson offers a fun and rewarding way to enjoy the waves of the Sea of Cortez. Your adventure begins with convenient round-trip transportation from selected hotels in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor. Upon arrival at Costa Azul, you'll meet your experienced surf instructor, who will explain the day's ocean conditions, provide a safety briefing, and introduce you to the surfing equipment. Beginners will learn essential techniques such as paddling, balancing, positioning, catching waves, and standing up on the board. More experienced surfers can focus on improving their timing, wave selection, turning techniques, and overall performance. With a maximum ratio of three surfers per instructor, you'll receive personalized guidance, practical feedback, and encouragement throughout the lesson. Our instructors adapt their teaching to each participant's experience level and the day's surf conditions. Enjoy approximately two hours of surfing at Costa Azul Beach, surrounded by beautiful coastal scenery and the relaxed atmosphere of Baja California Sur's surfing community. The experience includes surfboards suited to your skill level, rash guards or wetsuits as needed, bottled water, a light snack, professional surf instruction, and round-trip hotel transportation. The complete activity lasts approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, including transportation, depending on your hotel location. Surf lessons at Costa Azul are available daily at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM during the surfing season, from March 15 through November 15. Perfect for beginners, couples, families, and friends, this surfing adventure offers a wonderful opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence, and enjoy the natural beauty of Los Cabos.

What's included

  • COSTA AZUL SURF LESSON – PARTICIPANT
  • What's included
  • Surfboard, rashguard, beach chairs, umbrella setup, and all necessary surf equipment, specific surfboard sizes, fiberglass boards, or wetsuits available upon request with at least 24-hour notice
  • COSTA AZUL SURF LESSON – OBSERVER
  • Beach access during the surfing lesson, beach chairs and umbrella setup, bottled water and light snacks / energy bars, complimentary round-trip transportation from selected areas in an
  • Surf lesson, surf instructor, and surf equipment are not included for observers.

Not included

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Towels

What to bring

  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Reef-safe (biodegradable) sunscreen
  • Sunglasses with a retention strap (recommended)
  • Hat or cap
  • Water shoes or sandals that can get wet
  • A change of clothes
  • Waterproof phone case (optional)

Know before you go

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Standard age range: 6–70 years. Exceptions require prior approval from High Tide.
  • Maximum waiting time after scheduled meeting or pick-up time is 5 minutes
  • Cut-off times are based on local experience time
  • Suitable for beginner, intermediate, and advanced surfers with coaching adapted to skill level and ocean conditions
  • Surf lessons require basic comfort in the water and moderate physical activity
  • Wetsuits available upon request during winter months in XL, LG, M, and SM

Meeting point: Plaza Gali (OXXO)

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Cancellation policy: Free until 24 hours before: Full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start. After that, no refund.

Cancel within that window and you get your full deposit back. After it, you do not get your deposit back. If the guide cancels, you always get your deposit back.

Map of this tour's route, with 4 marked stops

What you'll do

  1. 1
    Costa Azul Beach
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    Meet your certified surf instructor at Costa Azul Beach, one of Los Cabos' most iconic surfing destinations. After check-in, receive your surfboard and equipment before participating in a safety briefing that covers ocean conditions, surf etiquette, paddling techniques, and how to safely enter and exit the water.

  2. 2
    Beach Training Session
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    Before entering the ocean, practice the fundamentals of surfing on the sand. Your instructor will teach proper paddling position, the pop-up technique, balance, stance, wave selection, and essential safety tips to help build confidence before catching your first waves.

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    Guided Surf Lesson
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    Head into the water for a fully guided surf lesson tailored to your experience level. Your instructor will provide personalized coaching, help position you for the best waves, and offer continuous feedback to improve your technique while maximizing your time in the water.

  4. 4
    Beach Relaxation & Refreshments
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    After your lesson, relax on the beach while enjoying bottled water and light snacks. Beach chairs and umbrellas are available as you unwind, review your experience with your instructor, and take in the beautiful views of the Sea of Cortez before returning to your hotel or meeting point.

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50 USD / person
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