15 Private Drivers Worldwide to Build a Trip Around

1.Taghazout Beach Surf Lesson with Lunch and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 298 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $48Our pick

Learn to surf near Taghazout with instructors including Youssef, Ussef, Hussein, and Sami. Choose a two-hour lesson or a longer day with hotel pickup, wetsuit, board, beach lunch, and a second supervised session. Small groups keep the coaching personal.

“Amazing day! We did the full day, first half is looking for a good spot and then followed by a quick warm up (fun) and basic steps on how to surf! Instructors are with you and help you, we managed to get standing and riding waves within in 30 minutes. Lunch was a sandwich and fruit which was very nice (cafe close by if not your thing). Second half of the day the instructors just let you go on your own, but they seen the group was struggling to get the waves as the see was abit flat, and they quickly came running down and guided everyone from the beach…”

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2.The Surf Instructor – surf lessons with transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · 3 hours · from $58Top rated

Travel by van from central Lisbon to Praia do Castelo, where a certified instructor teaches beach safety, board skills, and wave technique. Expect a small adult group, two hours in the water, equipment, showers, and optional surf photos. Children ages 5 to 10 receive private lessons.

“Everything was perfect, and I would recommend it to everyone. The instructors speak English perfectly, and they are very calm and helpful. There was also a photographer, and you can buy photos after surfing – I recommend that as well; the photos are great for memories. The transport from Lisbon and back was very comfortable. Thanks, and see you next time!”

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3.SUP Paiva River Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · from $85

Join Henrique of SupbuddyPT for a three-hour, small-group stand-up paddleboard trip from Porto to the Paiva River. Learn basic SUP skills, practice falling and recovery, pass Ilha dos Amores and a small waterfall, and enjoy hotel pickup, drop-off, and photos.

“A really fun activity in a beautiful location. Henrique was an excellent guide, not only in paddleboarding but imparted so much local knowledge and recommendations, he really made the activity!”

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4.Surf Experience with Transfer to Matosinhos – All Levels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · from $58

Meet at Praça de Carlos Alberto for transport to Matosinhos, where an instructor selects a suitable beach and leads a two-hour lesson. João and Alvaro are among the named coaches praised for patient, upbeat teaching. Boards, wetsuits, storage, and return transport are included.

“AmaZing experience with great instructors who made me feel confident and safe in surfing for the first time. Well organised and a really enjoyable experience. Thank you!”

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5.Surf Lessons in Porto with transfer at Porto Surf School

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Meet at 9:30 a.m. in central Porto and ride by shuttle to the beach with Porto Surf School. You’ll get a three-hour lesson, board, wetsuit, insurance, and coaching matched to your level. Beginners can learn the basics, while intermediate surfers may visit a quieter beach with better waves.

“first time surfing and it was so much fun!!! loved the whole experience including the ride with vans”

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6.Surf Lessons with transfer at Porto Surf School

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 41 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $59

Leave Porto’s city center by van or jeep for a three-hour surf lesson at the beach best suited to your level. Alfonso and the Portuguese and English-speaking team provide boards, wetsuits, insurance, and patient coaching before returning you to Porto.

“I had a really great surf lesson. We were only few people and the coach (Alfonso) was super nice and helpful. I enjoyed my surf session so much and definitely learned a lot from it. Would definitely go again if I come back to Porto.”

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7.Surf Lesson with transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $60

Meet at Lisbon’s HF Fénix Lisboa for a private ride to Carcavelos Surf School. You’ll receive a board, wetsuit, insurance, and coaching, with Pedro praised for useful one-to-one tips. If conditions are poor at Carcavelos, the lesson moves to Costa da Caparica.

“We came as a family of 6 to Lisbon and decide def the kids should try surfing as they have always wanted to. This takes a lot of muscle. Be prepared. my kids said it was hard but a lot of fun. I believe they would try it again.”

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8.Guided Hike and Kayak or SUP River Tour w/ Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 15 reviews · 3 hours · from $90

You’ll hike 1.4 km through Atlantic Forest, kayak or possibly use a SUP on the Iguaçu River, swim at a waterfall, and return by hotel transfer. Guides may include Fran and Jefferson, with Portuguese, English, and Spanish support. Bring shoes, insect repellent, a towel, and dry clothes.

“There was no SUP option. I was disappointed. My husband enjoyed the activity but I thought it was boring. Far too many logistics to overcome and not enough time doing the activity, which was underwhelming - 20 mins hike, 20 -30 mins kayak, 30-40 mins at a waterfall, 20-30 mins kayak, 20 mins hike.”

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9.Private Beginner 1 on 1 Surfing Lesson at Kuta Beach without transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $14Best value

Meet 27 Surf School Bali at Kuta Beach for a private 90-minute beginner lesson. Your instructor covers surf theory on land, coaches you one on one in the water, and works toward your first stand-up or independent wave. Board, rashguard, sunscreen, and photos or video are included.

“Great experience. I love to swim but first time trying surfing or any water sport really. I was not great at it but my instructor was kind and patient. Waves were not too tall, but the waves and undertow can be pretty strong, but your instructor will keep you on course.”

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10.Private Surf Experience – Transfer to Matosinhos – All Levels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $96

Meet at Praça Carlos Alberto at 10:00 am for a private two-hour surf lesson in Matosinhos. Your instructor covers pop-ups, safety, and surf etiquette before helping you catch waves. Boards, wetsuits, secure storage, and round-trip transport are included.

“All of us enjoyed the surf journey and our instructor was nice and patient. Their advice was really useful . We will be back again.”

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11.Taghazout Full-Day Surf Lesson with Lunch & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $70

Leave Agadir at about 9:15 am for a beginner surf lesson near Taghazout. Your instructor supplies the board and wetsuit, coaches you through two water sessions, and serves a packed beach lunch with water. The group is limited to six, with return to your hotel around 4 pm.

“Had an amazing time with these surf lessons! The price was great, and Yousaf was a fantastic instructor—super patient, knowledgeable, and really helped us improve. After each session, he gave us personalized tips on what to work on, which Read more”

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12.Kitesurfing 2-Hours for Beginners with Transfer in Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · from $63

Build your first kitesurfing skills in Hurghada with a safety-led two-hour lesson, hotel pickup, kite equipment, and patient instruction. You’ll study weather and spot checks, set up gear, practice lifting, piloting, landing, signals, swimming skills, and packing.

“Shame that they try to fool us, first time was great but had to share the same instructor which slowed the 2 hours down as you’d expect - the second time we expressly asked for an instructor each and this time they played a silly game with the logistics and we ended up not going - please do better”

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13.From Agadir or Taghazout 2 Hour Surf Experience with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $35

Meet a local certified coach, warm up, learn surf basics on land, then practice in Taghazout’s changing waves. Your board, wetsuit, two-way transfer, and up to two hours of coaching are included. Groups are capped at eight, making this a friendly fit for beginners and improving surfers.

“Super friendly owner and staff, definitely recommended! Affordable and great surf spots!!👍🏼☀️🏄‍♂️”

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14.Agadir Surfing Lessons With transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $45

Spend about three hours surfing near Agadir with free hotel pickup, a small group of up to six, and equipment supplied on site. Your instructor may be Ismail, whose clear, patient teaching suits beginners. Choose from sheltered beaches and stronger breaks around Taghazout, with WiFi and air conditioning during the transfer.

“Great experience! Absolutely recommended! All very kind and professional! A truly incredible and unforgettable day!Auto-translated”

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15.Stand-Up Paddleboarding Lesson + Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 2h 30m · from $63

You’ll learn balance, paddling, turns, and core control during a 150-minute Byron Bay SUP lesson. An English-speaking instructor stays close on the water, with equipment and transfers included. Basic swimming skills are required, and optional GoPro footage and photos let you keep a record of the session.

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