SYDNEY SURF TRIPS
The good sydney surf trips fill weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 8 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
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.”
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!”
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!”
Meet your group in central Sydney for a full day with Waves Surf School. Accredited coaches such as Deano or Nathan lead two two-hour lessons on a quiet beach, with boards, wetsuits, a barbecue lunch, refreshments, and a 4WD ride across sand dunes.
“It was a fun day. Was a bit disappointed we didn't make it further south to the RNP but was fun driving along the sand dunes at Boat Harbour, Kurnell. Everyone managed to stand up, most on the first wave however the waves were very smRead more”
Meet the Dee Why Salty Surf School team outside the surf life saving club for a 90-minute group lesson. Coaches including Dan, Conrad, Will, Anguss, and Gor teach paddling, popping up, wave timing, turning, and ocean safety, with boards and wetsuits supplied.
“This was so much fun and our instructor Will was so helpful! Great experience for a good price, we were all able to learn how to stand up on our boards.”
Rent a stable soft-board SUP from Manly Kayak Centre and explore North Harbour for two hours. Paddle past moored yachts toward four beaches, with a map, area briefing, paddle, and basic instruction if needed. Previous experience is preferred, but beginners can use the steady flat-water boards.
Spend seven hours learning to surf at a private-access beach in Botany Bay National Park. Waves Surf School provides board, wetsuit, two coached sessions, beach lunch, and return transport from Bondi, Central Station, or Ramsgate. Instructor Dean is especially recommended for clear, encouraging lessons.
Meet photographer Apo Di Coco for a private one-hour beach photoshoot in Sydney. Choose sunrise or sunset, use a surfboard or outfit prop, and get posing help plus at least 30 edited images within two weeks.
“Apo made me feel super at ease as I was nervous for my first photoshoot ever. She has plenty of great suggestions and the results is unreal. The photos arrived quickly and are simply stunning!”
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