Top 15 Italy Surf Trips

1.7 hours Boat trip to Lampedusa lunch, SUP and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 453 reviews · from $86Our pick

Set out from Lungomare Luigi Rizzo at 10:00 for a seven-hour boat tour around Lampedusa. Pietro, Marino, Giuseppe, and their family team are associated with warm hosting, local stories, fresh seafood, SUP, snorkeling, and generous lunch portions.

“We crossed from Florida to Italy on a cruise to Civitavecchia. From there we took a train to Naples and spent about a week in an Airbnb on the old town about a half mile from the train station. That was an enjoyable experience. The street was quit narrow yet had cars going Read more”

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2.Small group paddle boarding tour to Bagni Regina Giovanna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 244 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

Set out from Marina Grande with guides such as Luigi, Antonino, and Valentina after a short SUP lesson. Paddle to Bagni Regina Giovanna, swim in its heart-shaped pool, explore Roman ruins, and return along Sorrento’s coast. Equipment, lockers, water, photos, and instruction are included.

“Such a cool experience. If we were here longer we would definitely go again. Guissepe is the best!!!”

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3.Sorrento: SUP Paddleboard Tour to Bagni Regina Giovanna

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 149 reviews · 2 hours · from $59

Meet Sorrento SUP & Kayak on Via Marina Grande for a two-hour guided SUP trip to Bagni della Regina Giovanna. Certified guides such as Antonino, Antonio, Valentina, and Luigi help beginners find their balance, share local history, and take photos and videos along the coast.

“valentina was very helpful from start to finish. would highly reccomend this activity 5/5”

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4.Lake Garda: Stand-Up Paddleboard Sunset Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 136 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29Best value

Meet Ivano, Lorenzo, or the SUP Experience Garda Lake team for a 90-minute sunset paddle. You’ll learn the basics, follow the coast, stop for sunset photos, and return with your phone protected in a dry bag.

“This was the best value activity that we did all trip. Would 100% recommend. The staff were extremely flexible and accommodating. We had the most wonderful experience as a family.”

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5.Private Kitesurf Lesson in Lo Stagnone Sicily

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $229

At Follow The Wind Kitesurf School in Marsala, you’ll spend two private hours learning to assemble your kite, handle safety procedures, steer in the neutral zone, and begin body dragging in Lo Stagnone lagoon. Instructors including Gabor and Szimi use radio communication and modern equipment. Board riding requires extra lessons.

“We just spent a great week kiting with Follow the Wind. The Kite school is great, very nice and experienced people and good equipment. I had private lessons with Simi which were a lot of fun and really brought me to the next level. 🤗”

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6.Kitesurf – Advanced course with individual lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews

Build your kitesurfing skills at Sicily’s Stagnone lagoon with a private instructor, radio helmet, and equipment supplied throughout. Work on jumps, rotations, freestyle, or independent riding goals, then use the gear for the rest of the day. An IKO card records your level.

“The lagoon with onshore wind provides a perfect spot for kiters that want to learn to go the next level. Low waves, water depth at waist level, few gusts.”

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7.Stand Up Paddle With Dolphins, aperitif and pictures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · from $69

Join Claudia, Fabio, and their local team for a three-hour SUP outing from Spiaggia dei Baracconi. After a beginner lesson, paddle toward Figarolo and Cala Moresca, stop for a Sardinian breakfast or aperitif, and look for bottlenose dolphins. Photos, videos, water, and equipment are included.

“We had an amazing time on this SUP tour. Our guides were superb! They gave me (beginner) a quick class on SUP and we were on our way! Highlight was of course, the dolphins! They were curious and played in front of use and we couldn't Read more”

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8.Cagliari: Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) Tour & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · from $81

Learn SUP basics with English, French, or Italian instructors, then paddle about 6 km around Cagliari’s Sella del Diavolo. Stop at secret beaches, caves, white cliffs, and natural pools for swimming and snorkeling. Marc is one instructor praised for clear, friendly guidance.

“It was so much fun. The guides were also super friendly We had an amazing time and view out there! :) thank you!!”

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9.SUP Tour Experience Sunrise or Sunset breakfast or aperitif Olbia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $72

Join Aloysia and the SUP team for a beginner-friendly outing from Cala Girgolu. Learn basic paddle technique, reach quiet coves near Tavolara, stop for swims, and enjoy breakfast or a sunset aperitif on the water. Equipment, safety gear, insurance, and shared photos are included.

“A fantastic way to spend a morning. My two teenage daughters and I not only had a chance to take in a beautiful and scenic sunrise, we were thrilled to have a lengthy, up close encounter with a pod of dolphins as they swam and played just a few feet from our paddleboards. A memorable experience to say the least. And, of course, all of this was capped with a delicious breakfast on the water. Thank you for the great memories, Aloysia!”

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10.Capri: Caves and Beaches Paddle Board Tour with Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 55 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $52

You’ll paddle from Marina Piccola to Capri’s caves, quiet beaches, and the Faraglioni on an easy 1.5-hour group tour. Guides such as Pasquale, Christopher, and Danielle teach beginners, provide gear, and take free GoPro photos. Swimming skills are required.

“Amazing Paddleboard Tour with Pasquale! Paddleboarding around Capri was an unforgettable experience! The water was crystal clear, and we explored beautiful caves and hidden spots you can’t reach by foot. Our guide Pasquale was fantastic – super friendly, fun, and made everyone feel comfortable. He shared great local insights and took photos of us along the way. Highly recommend this tour if you’re visiting Capri – and be sure to go with Pasquale!”

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11.Golfo Aranci: Sup with dolphins, aperitif & photo shoot

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · from $62

Join Claudia and Fabio for a beginner-friendly SUP outing from Baracconi Beach. Paddle past Cala Moresca and Figarolo, swim in clear water, enjoy Sardinian food, and look for wild bottlenose dolphins. Your guides also provide photos and drone images at no extra cost.

“It was a really nice morning with Claudia and Fabio! We saw dolphins, had fun on the board and it was a nice group size to do such an activity! I highly recommend to go paddleboarding with this lovely couple :-)”

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12.Semi-private kitesurfing course for beginners

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $660

Meet KTS Kite Tour Stagnone in Marsala for about six hours of beginner kitesurfing on shallow, flat water. You’ll share one second-level instructor with one other student, learn step by step, and receive an internationally recognized IKO card showing your level.

“KTS is a great school in a beautiful environment! The instructors are skilled and nice guys. They taught our kids of 12 and 15 years old. At the and of the course and some extra lessons they were able to kite individually.”

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13.Sorrento: Guided Kayak Tour + Free 1h Paddleboarding

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 26 reviews

Meet your English-speaking guide at Marina Grande for a beginner-friendly kayak trip to Queen Giovanna’s Baths, hidden coves, and a 20-minute secret stop. Certified instructors provide stable kayaks, safety gear, photos, and one free hour of paddleboarding to use after the tour or another day.

“Fantastic experience. The guides were good fun and always helpful. A must do when staying in Sorrento.”

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14.Scala Dei Turchi: Double Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 18 reviews · 1 - 1.5 hours

Meet Angelo and the team at the beach gazebo by Nodo al Mare in Realmonte. After a safety briefing and local weather update, paddle a two-seat kayak or SUP along Scala dei Turchi, stopping for swims, caves, bays, and photos at your own pace.

“Superbe excursion, très bon accueil , bons conseils et vue magnifique eau turquoise! Super moment.”

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15.Sorrento Coastline Kayak Tour and Free 1h Stand Up Paddleboarding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

Join a small-group kayak trip from Marina Grande in Sorrento to Bagni Regina Giovanna. Certified guides teach beginners, provide kayaks and safety gear, take photos and videos, and include one free hour of stand up paddleboarding after the tour or another day.

“Good 2 hours kayaking taking into Sorrento coastline , included in trip is visit to Bagni Regina Giovanni Baths ( 30 mins stop). Pleasant host , guide and staff on the Kayaks and very friendly staff including reception.”

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