North Shore Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson & Turtle Tour

About this experience

Soak up the lush landscape of Oahu’s North Shore on a stand-up paddleboard (SUP). During a 2-hour lesson, suitable for beginner paddlers, you’ll receive instruction before balancing your board on the calm waters of the Anahulu River, abundant with sea turtles and other marine life. With no more than three students per instructor, enjoy a personalized session tailored to your skill and fitness level. Choose from multiple options: a small-group, semi-private or private family lesson in the morning, midday or afternoon.

At a glance

• Duration: 1 hr 30 min

Itinerary and highlights

We start at the mouth of the Anahulu river near Haleiwa Harbor and travel upstream. The Anahulu River feeds into Waialua Bay from the Koolau Range, and the mix of fresh and saltwater creates brackish hues know for its solitude and frequent turtle sightings. The river’s current is so slight that it makes for a nearly effortless outing. A journey to the river’s end takes about 60 minutes, where turns into a tranquil mountain stream. There, paddlers can turn right back around and follow the gentle current back to Waialua Bay. In the Bay, students who want to can try riding the small waves that are usually breaking over a safe sand bar.

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

• Meet us in the dirt parking lot between Anahulu Bridge and Surf N Sea, on the ocean side of the road.

Languages and tickets

• English — Guide
• Mobile Only

Tour operator

• North Shore Surf Girls - Surf School

Accessibility and practical details

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Minimum age is 8 years for the small-group lesson
• It is recommended that you bring sunglasses with a strap, a hat or other sun protection, and wear a swimsuit or clothing that you don't mind getting wet

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Available tour options

• Midday paddleboarding lesson with no more than 2 students per instructor; no age restrictions
• Midday private paddleboarding lesson with no more than 3 students per instructor; all ages welcome; minimum of 3 passengers required to book
• Morning paddleboarding lesson with no more than 4 students per instructor; ages 8 and older
• Morning paddleboarding lesson with no more than 2 students per instructor; no age restrictions
• Midday paddleboarding lesson with no more than 4 students per instructor; ages 8 and older