South America · SURFING
The good surfing tours fill first, and the cheap ones are not always the weak ones. Below: 3 of them, what each costs and how they differ.
Meet Tubos Surf School at Circuito de Playas in Barranco for a private 90-minute surf lesson, coaching session, or training class. Your instructor can provide a board and wetsuit, with rental and surf-guide services also available. The lesson ends where it begins.
“Meine Kinder hatten unglaublich viel Spaß. Ich würde sofort wieder buchen. Unglaublich netter Guide.”
Meet in Barra da Tijuca and let your instructor choose the best beach for your ability and the day’s waves. Gabriel, Emiliano, and the One Carioca Day team teach beginners patiently in Portuguese, Spanish, or English, provide boards and wetsuits, and finish with a visit to a beautiful, less-visited Rio viewpoint.
“This was fantastic. Emiliano, my instructor, was awesome! I am a complete beginner at surfing and I found Emiliano very patient and approachable, and all-round a great guy. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone.”
Meet Hugo Gonzalez Chalela at Restaurante Punta las Velas in El Laguito for a 90-minute private surf lesson. He teaches beginners and returning surfers with clear, patient coaching, starting on a stable longboard and adjusting advice after each wave. The session includes safety guidance, water time, and practical tips for improving beyond your first class.
“Hugo was the best! This was my first ever surfing experience and his attentive instruction had me surfing my first wave very quickly. He gave helpful feedback after each wave and his positive attitude and love of surfing was very refreshing. Definitely recommend!”
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