River Turtle Tour and SUP Lesson

This tour from North Shore Surf Girls takes place on the Anahulu River near Haleiwa Harbor on Oahu's North Shore. Participants meet at the river's mouth, then paddle upstream through a mix of fresh and salt water as the river narrows into a stream, before turning around and following the gentle current back to the starting point. A stand-up paddleboard is provided, and life jackets are available as needed. Instructors are former pro surfers and trained lifeguards who focus on skill, safety, and helping paddlers fall in love with the sport in a supportive, family-style atmosphere. Green sea turtles may surface or bask along the riverbanks during the paddle, though sightings depend on conditions. Bring a swimsuit or surf shorts, a towel, sunglasses, a hat, and reef-safe sunscreen without oxybenzone. Cash for a tip is appreciated. The tour is weather dependent, and route conditions can vary. Gratuity for instructors is not included in the booking.

Private Family Surf Lesson 2-hr

This private surf lesson from North Shore Surf Girls is designed for families and groups traveling together, held at a meeting point on the North Shore of Oahu. Instruction is tailored to families with younger children, and the session focuses on building confidence, technique, and ocean awareness in a supportive setting. The listing notes that most students stand up on their first lesson. Surfboards, surf shirts, and rash guards are provided. Wetsuits and life jackets are available as needed. Participants should bring a swimsuit or surf shorts, a towel, and reef-safe sunscreen that does not contain oxybenzone. The session is rated easy in difficulty and requires a minimum number of students from the same family or party. Children are welcome, though pregnant participants are not able to join.

Tandem Special Surf Lesson

The Tandem Special Surf Lesson from North Shore Surf Girls is a private surfing lesson for young children, held on the North Shore of Oahu. It is designed for children in a specific young age range and gives them dedicated instruction in the water. The lesson takes place at a meeting point on the North Shore. Surfboards, surf shirts, rash guards, wetsuits, and life jackets are provided as needed, so families do not need to bring equipment. Children should arrive in a swimsuit or surf shorts, and families are encouraged to bring a towel and reef-safe sunscreen that does not contain oxybenzone, as those items are not supplied. North Shore Surf Girls is a locally run company whose instructors have backgrounds as competitive surfers and trained lifeguards. The company has been featured in Blue Crush, Baywatch, Fuel TV, MTV, and Travel Channel. The company's stated goal is to share a love of surfing with those they teach, and they describe treating their customers like family.

Private & Semi-Private Surf Lessons

North Shore Surf Girls offers private and semi-private surf lessons off the North Shore of Oahu, with a dedicated instructor guiding students through the basics of getting on a board and catching waves. Private lessons give a student one-on-one time with an instructor. Both formats cover safety fundamentals and core surfing techniques, and suit all skill levels, including those who have never stood on a board before. The setting stays small by design, making it a good fit for friends or couples looking to learn together. Surfboards and surf shirts are included. Wetsuits and life jackets are available when needed. Students should bring a swimsuit or surf shorts, a towel, and reef-safe sunscreen without oxybenzone. Lessons meet at the North Shore Surf Girls location. The program welcomes participants starting from a young age, so families with children can join alongside adults.

SUP Rental

This stand-up paddleboard rental from North Shore Surf Girls puts you on the water at Anahulu River near Haleiwa Boat Harbor on Oahu's North Shore. A board is delivered to the harbor and picked up there when the rental ends, so there is no need to haul equipment yourself. The activity is rated moderate in physical intensity, and it is weather dependent, so conditions on the day will determine whether it runs. Plan to bring a swimsuit or surf shorts, a towel, and reef-safe sunscreen that does not contain oxybenzone. That last point matters: the operator specifically requests oxybenzone-free sunscreen, so check the label before packing. The board delivery and pickup arrangement keeps the logistics simple, and the Anahulu River setting near Haleiwa Boat Harbor gives renters a defined place to launch and return.

Group Surf Lessons

Group Surf Lessons with North Shore Surf Girls take place on the North Shore of Oahu and are designed for people who want to learn to surf alongside others rather than in a one-on-one setting. The activity is rated moderate in physical intensity, and basic swimming ability is required before signing up. The listing notes the lesson suits both friends and individuals. Surfboards and surf shirts or rash guards are included with the lesson. Wetsuits and life jackets are available as needed. Participants should bring a swimsuit or surf shorts, a towel, and reef-safe sunscreen that does not contain oxybenzone. North Shore Surf Girls is a locally run company whose owners describe themselves as former professional surfers and trained lifeguards. The company says its goal is to share a genuine enthusiasm for surfing with every student.

Turtle Tour and Surf

Turtle Tour and Surf combines a surf lesson with turtle viewing and Hawaiian shave ice, all on Oahu's North Shore. The experience begins in the water with a surf lesson led by instructors from North Shore Surf Girls, a company owned and run by local surfers who are also trained lifeguards. After the lesson, the group moves on to see Hawaiian turtles up close before wrapping up with shave ice. The tour suits children and adults alike, though it carries a moderate physical intensity rating, and pregnant participants are not able to join. Children are welcome, including young ones. Surfboards and surf shirts or rash guards are provided, and wetsuits and life jackets are available as needed. Bring a swimsuit or surf shorts, a towel, and reef-safe sunscreen that does not contain oxybenzone.

Sunset BBQ & Paddle Board Turtle Tour

The Sunset BBQ and Paddle Board Turtle Tour with North Shore Surf Girls takes place on the North Shore of Oahu, meeting at Anahulu Bridge. From there, a guide leads the group up a gentle river on stand-up paddleboards, with professional instruction provided along the way. The experience finishes with a sunset BBQ, where food and drinks prepared by a chef are served while the group watches the sun drop over the ocean. Guests should bring a swimsuit or surf shorts, a towel, and reef-safe sunscreen without oxybenzone. This tour suits families and groups traveling together, as the river route is gentle and children are welcome from a young age. Swimmers and non-swimmers alike can join, since life jackets are on hand. Confirming the exact meeting point ahead of time is a good idea, as lesson locations can shift depending on conditions.