Learning to surf is all about

1. Having access to the right equipment, which is provided.
2. Travelling the roads less travelled to find the waves that best suit your ability.
3. Discovering the energy and excitement to get out there and enjoy life and summer to the fullest.

You will find this trip is not just your average tour it’s a life changing experience where you get to live the life of a surfer and indulge your passion for life, everyday. Quoted by Billabong “Only a surfer knows the feeling”

Most customers are beginners but many experienced surfers take our trips because we find the best waves to suit all abilities. For the new surfer having good surfers on board is a bonus, because by hanging with them it will greatly improve your surfing. The draw back is your vocabulary will change and words like barrels, gnarly, point break, floater, cutty, and others that are not in the dictionary will creep in. It is all part of the experience so not to worry. Our tour heads north for the simple reasons of the sub tropical water and climate, the remote and unspoiled beaches, and the consistency of the surf due to the proximity of the 3 coasts (North, East, West).

Why would you come with us?

• Our Surfing New Zealand coaches have extensive local knowledge which allows them to give you a surfing adventure that you will never forget.
• We take small groups (7:1 Ratio) to ensure you get the attention you need.
• You will quickly meet new friends and enjoy Northland’s amazing scenery through the eyes of a surfer.
• You may even get to experience nature at its best with dolphins & whales frequently cruising our beaches.

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5 day Learn to Surf Safari - Detailed itinerary

There are always surprises and last second detours on this trip. This way you get to experience the best NZL has to offer, so don’t be locked into the itinerary you are about to read. Every day we will chase waves on either coast depending on the wind and swells, the only fixed part of the itinerary is the set accommodation spots at Shipwreck Bay and the Bay of Islands.

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Kia Ora, Welcome. The search begins departing Auckland & heading for the far north. Tonight we stay at Shipwreck Bay.

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The majority of today’s driving is on the beach taking you to secluded surf locations. Shipwreck Bay accommodation.

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Start the day with a surf and breakfast. Then the search begins again. Shipwreck Bay accommodation.

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More of day 3. Shipwreck Bay accommodation.

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Back to Auckland chasing waves on either coast. We arrive in Auckland in the late afternoon.

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Sunsets, dolphins, whales, wild horses and dune boarding just to name a few.

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Your Guides

Are Surf New Zealand endorsed surf coaches that have extensive local knowledge this experience allows them to give you a surfing adventure that you will never forget.

Adventure Activities

Depending on our location the group has the option to experience any of the local adventure activities New Zealand has to offer. At your own expense.

General Information

Tours depart Auckland every Monday by 10 am and return Friday in the late afternoon.Our surf season runs from approximately mid October through to mid June.Tour groups are a maximum of seven so be in quick, first come first served.

What to bring

Personal items, sunscreen, sunglasses, towel, party funds and lots of energy.

Departure dates

Trips depart every Monday from October to April each year.

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