AUSTRALIA SURF TRIPS

The 15 Best Surf Trips in Australia

43 trips  ·  from $36 a head

Bondi, Byron and the Sunshine Coast run beginner lessons within sight of a lifeguard tower. These 15 are priced by session length, with a note on the boards supplied and which beaches suit a nervous first morning.

Magnetic Island Discovery Tour with Snorkeling & Paddle Boarding - Secluded bays, rocky shores, and quiet beaches
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Magnetic Island Discovery Tour with Snorkeling & Paddle Boarding

1.Magnetic Island Discovery Tour with Snorkeling & Paddle Boarding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,372 reviews · from $114Our pick

Spend five hours exploring Magnetic Island by boat with Aquascene guides such as Adam, Calvin, Anita, or Jan. Expect secluded beaches, fringing-reef snorkelling, paddle boards, island stories, birdlife, and morning tea. Ferry tickets are extra, and weather can affect the snorkelling.

“The fishing feeding and swimming. Also the information on the island. Had a lovely smoko break and swim. Paddle boarded and snorkelled. The guys were happy and fun. Very relaxed.”

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Bondi Beach: 2-Hour Surf Lesson Experience for Any Level - Arriving at 128 Ramsgate Avenue
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Bondi Beach: 2-Hour Surf Lesson Experience for Any Level

2.Bondi Beach: 2-Hour Surf Lesson Experience for Any Level

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 935 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

Meet the Let's Go Surfing team at Bondi Beach for a two-hour beginner lesson limited to five people. You’ll learn beach safety, practice on sand, then work with instructors such as Matt, Luke, Marcus, or Jessie to catch your first wave using soft boards and warm wetsuits.

“Instructors were great. Real fun time. Recommend to anyone.”

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Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson - Safety first, before anyone chases a wave
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Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

3.2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 657 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

Meet Lets Go Surfing at 5/11 Fletcher Street for a beginner lesson in Byron Bay. Expect beach safety, warm-up drills, paddling, wave selection, and standing practice with instructors such as Tim, Luke, Guido, or Ava. Groups stay small, with no long ride out of town.

“Thoroughly enjoyed this activity. The guides were really lovely and helpful. 🖤”

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Noosa Heads: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Sunshine Coast - Starting with safety, balance, and board control
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Noosa Heads: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Sunshine Coast

4.Noosa Heads: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Sunshine Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 644 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $59

Meet your English-speaking instructor 15 minutes early, learn ocean safety and board skills on the sand, then practice in waist-deep water before catching waves at Noosa Heads. Go Ride A Wave supplies a soft-top board, rash shirt or wetsuit, sunscreen, storage, and two hours of coaching.

“Guide was spot on, great experience for someone whose never surfed before:”

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Byron Stand Up Paddle Nature Tour - The two-hour plan, from land lesson to river
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Byron Stand Up Paddle Nature Tour

5.Byron Stand Up Paddle Nature Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 384 reviews · from $71

Join Ricky or Krystal near Brunswick Heads for a two-hour stand-up paddle tour on the Brunswick River. You get a land lesson, board, paddle, leg rope, life jacket if needed, wildlife commentary, digital photos, cold water, and homemade snacks. You must be able to swim and make your own way there.

“We had a wonderful experience SUPing on the river w Ricky & Krystal’s expert guidance, their lively commentaries & extra touches like photos & home made snacks. Also perfectly located for a relaxing lunch & afternoon swim at the nearby Brunswick beaches. A must do if u r visiting Byron bay!”

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Learn to Surf at Noosa on the Sunshine Coast - Meeting the team at Claude Batten Drive
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Learn to Surf at Noosa on the Sunshine Coast

6.Learn to Surf at Noosa on the Sunshine Coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 277 reviews · from $60

Meet Go Ride A Wave at Beach Access No 11 in Noosa Heads. You’ll get a rash shirt or winter wetsuit, a soft beginner board, a safety briefing, beach instruction, and hands-on coaching in waist-deep water. Instructors such as Sisi, Marit, Scott, Rose, Cece, and Hannah help beginners catch their first waves.

“I wouldn't recommend this surf school compared to the one other I've tried, the instructions could have been a lot more straight forward (as I've previously experienced) and it'd be a lot more effective in getting students standing up faster. The instructor didn't share his attention equally to everyone in the class or make effort with the students who weren't doing so well, he preferred to spend all his timw with the one's who had previous lessons and/or were doing the best. I didn't like that the coach touched me when instructing. I don't recommend.”

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Behind The Bay - Explore Like a Local: Waterfalls/paddleboarding - Killen Falls, rainforest, caves, and cold water
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Behind The Bay – Explore Like a Local: Waterfalls/paddleboarding

7.Behind The Bay – Explore Like a Local: Waterfalls/paddleboarding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 275 reviews · from $92

Spend 5 to 6 hours beyond Byron Bay with guides such as Harry, Tom, Mark, or Georgia. Swim near Killen Falls, paddleboard on Lake Ainsworth, and walk through Broken Head Nature Reserve to quiet beaches and lookouts. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“The experience was cancelled due to the weather and flooded roads to the waterfalls. A full refund was issued.”

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Surfing Lessons on Sydney's Bondi Beach - The Lets Go Surfing base at North Bondi
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Surfing Lessons on Sydney’s Bondi Beach

8.Surfing Lessons on Sydney’s Bondi Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 267 reviews · from $71

Meet Lets Go Surfing at Bondi Beach for a two-hour beginner lesson. You’ll practice on sand, learn rip safety, then head into the water with a board, wetsuit, sunscreen, and instructor support. Small groups can include guides such as Aaron, Tyler, Luke, or Taylor.

“The instructor was amazing, he made me feel comfortable and safe. This was my first surf lesson and it made me want to do it again!”

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2 Hour Ultimate Learn to Surf Adventure - A short safety lesson, then straight into practice
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2 Hour Ultimate Learn to Surf Adventure

9.2 Hour Ultimate Learn to Surf Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 235 reviews · from $46

Meet Australian Surfing Adventures at Palm Beach for a two-hour beginner lesson with instructors such as Alex, Luke, Jody, and Jay. Learn safety, wave selection, and board technique in shallow water, with equipment, a stand-up guarantee, and photos included.

“This experience was great, especially for someone with no surfing experience. Our instructor, Luke was so encouraging and a great instructor. We had a blast and will remember this experience forever!”

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Half Day Surf Lesson - Pickup makes the morning easier
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Half Day Surf Lesson

10.Half Day Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 234 reviews · from $56

Spend about three hours learning to surf with Mojosurf near Byron Bay. Your instructor chooses a suitable beach between Lennox Head and Ballina, provides the board and equipment, and arranges return transport from selected local pickup points. Start time changes with conditions.

“The session was short but ended up being the perfect amount of time as it was difficult and tiring so everyone on the tour seemed happy it was only half a day! I’d love to come back and learn more as the teachers were great and really funny too and literally picked me right up from my hostel!”

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Broadbeach: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast - Safety first, then your first wave
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Broadbeach: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

11.Broadbeach: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 225 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $59

Meet Go Ride A Wave at Kurrawa Surf Club, collect a soft board and rash shirt or wetsuit, then learn surf safety, balance, and board control in waist-deep water. Instructors such as Kal, Blake, Damien, and Tahu are known for clear, patient coaching, with extra lessons and equipment hire available afterward.

“Great experience! Instructor Damo made sure the activity is safe and fun at the same time! highly recommend! 5 stars 🌟”

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Merrick's Noosa Learn to Surf: 2 Hour group surfing lesson - From Claude Batten Drive to the beach
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Merrick’s Noosa Learn to Surf: 2 Hour group surfing lesson

12.Merrick’s Noosa Learn to Surf: 2 Hour group surfing lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 222 reviews · from $60

Meet coaches such as Robby, Dylan, Josh, Louis, or Anthony at Merrick’s Noosa Learn to Surf. You’ll receive a board and rash vest, walk to the beach, and spend two hours learning surf basics through a structured 1-2-3 method. Morning and afternoon sessions are available.

“Instructors were great, friendly and helpful. We were a group of business colleagues and so we were all different ages and it catered for everyone.”

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Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day - Why the 40-metre guarantee matters
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Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day

13.Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 207 reviews · from $35Best value

Join Kool Katz Surf School for a four-hour beginner lesson from Byron Bay. Terry, Tez, Shane, and Jeremy coach small groups with boards, wetsuits, rash vests, sunscreen, and transport to the day’s best beginner beach. Stand and ride a 40-metre wave or receive your money back.

“Tez and Terry were the BEST! This lesson was a great bang for your buck. Best instructors EVERRR!!!!”

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Gold Coast: Surfers Parasailing with Free Photos - Checking in at Paradise Point Marina
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Gold Coast: Surfers Parasailing with Free Photos

14.Surfers Parasailing with Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 204 reviews · 2 hours · from $67

You’ll take a boat from Paradise Point Marina, then fly 400 feet above the Gold Coast with an English-speaking crew. Alex and Jackson are among the guides praised for clear instructions and calm support. The 10-minute flight can stay dry or include a gentle ocean dip, weather permitting.

“Had a great time, first time doing anything like this. We felt save and secure the whole time and the two gentlemen who guide us made the whole experience a fun enjoyable time.”

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Sydney: Maroubra Surf Lesson - Learning the basics before the first wave
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Sydney: Maroubra Surf Lesson

15.Maroubra Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 188 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

Meet your instructor at 7 Marine Parade for a two-hour beginner lesson at Maroubra Beach. You’ll learn beach safety, board basics, and how to catch a wave in a group of six or fewer. Instructors may include Ryan, Effy, Seb, Max, or Pia, with English, Spanish, and Dutch support available.

“I had a wonderful time during my first surf lesson. The instructors were great teachers and very helpful. They helped me catch my first waves and made the whole experience unforgettable. Highly recommended!”

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★ 4.5Learn to Surf Day Trip – SydneyFrom $12556 reviews
★ 5.0Learn to Surf at Middleton BeachFrom $4657 reviews
★ 4.9Coolangatta: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold CoastFrom $5958 reviews
★ 5.0Whitsunday Islands Sail, SUP & Snorkel Tour- Small groupFrom $15664 reviews
★ 5.0Style Surfing Byron BayFrom $6866 reviews
★ 5.02-Night Byron Bay Surf CampFrom $24768 reviews
★ 5.02-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in TorquayFrom $13272 reviews
★ 4.5Private Surf Lessons Kool Katz 1 DayFrom $5770 reviews
★ 5.0Learn to Surf at Coolangatta on the Gold CoastFrom $6074 reviews
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★ 4.8Airlie Beach: Whitsunday Islands Sailing, SUP & Snorkel TourFrom $16290 reviews

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