Surf Lessons at Cerritos Beach from Cabo San Lucas

Surfing teaches you to read the ocean, not just ride it.

A 5.5-hour surf lesson at Cerritos Beach near Cabo San Lucas includes 2 hours of instruction in the water, a Baja-style lunch, and round-trip air-conditioned transport. The lesson covers safety, paddling, wave selection, and board positioning, with coaching adapted to beginner, intermediate, or advanced surfers. Cerritos receives consistent Pacific swells year-round and suits different skill levels. Lessons operate seasonally from November through March based on swell conditions.

The experience

How do you know which wave to take, or what the ocean is actually doing beneath the surface? That's what separates a surf lesson at Cerritos from just paddling out. Your instructor walks you through safety and paddling technique on the sand first, then moves into the water with you for continuous coaching as you practice wave selection and board positioning. The lesson runs about 2 hours in the surf zone, and the instructor ratio stays at 1:3, so you're getting real feedback, not just being pointed at the waves.

Cerritos Beach sits about an hour north of Cabo San Lucas and has become central to Baja's surf culture because the Pacific swells here are consistent enough to work for first-timers and experienced surfers in the same session. The wide sandy beach and variety of wave conditions mean the coaching adapts to what you can actually handle that day. You get a surfboard, rashguard, and all necessary equipment. If you need a specific board size, a fiberglass board, or a wetsuit (available in XL, LG, M, and SM during winter months), you can request it with 24 hours' notice.

After you're done in the water, you relax by the beach with a traditional Baja-style taco plate: fresh tacos, rice, beans, guacamole, homemade salsas, tortilla chips, and a non-alcoholic beverage. Vegetarian options are available. Round-trip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle is included from selected areas in the Cabo San Lucas region, and you'll get exact pickup instructions within 24 hours of booking. The whole experience runs 5.5 hours from pickup to return.

What’s included

• 2-hour surf lesson with instruction in safety, paddling, wave selection, and board positioning.
• surfboard, rashguard, and all necessary equipment.
• beach chairs and umbrella setup.
• traditional Baja-style lunch with tacos, rice, beans, guacamole, salsa, tortilla chips, and one non-alcoholic beverage (vegetarian option available).
• round-trip air-conditioned transport from selected Cabo San Lucas areas.

Options for this experience

2 options

Non-surfer option at Cerritos ObserverGuide in English or Spanish · Available from 17 Nov · 09:00Observer option for non-participants: This option is for observers only and does not include taking part in the surf lesson. Shared tour: Observer option with beach access and transportation included. Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes, covering beach time, lunch, and round-trip transportation. Lunch: Tacos, rice and beans, guacamole, salsa, and tortilla chips, plus one non-alcoholic beverage. Cerritos Beach route: Cerritos Beach, then the beach relaxation area, then the Big Fun Beach Club lunch area. Air-conditioned van: Air-conditioned transportation may include additional guest pick-ups. Important notes: Beach chairs and umbrella setup are included. Surf lesson participation is not included. Includes pickup.

CerritosGuide in English or Spanish · Available from 17 Nov · 09:00Surf lesson at Cerritos Beach for beginner, intermediate, and advanced surfers. Shared tour: Guided surf lesson covering ocean safety, wave selection, and coaching tailored to each surfer's level. Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes, including approximately 2 hours of surf lessons, lunch, and round-trip transportation time. Lunch: Tacos, rice and beans, guacamole, salsa, and tortilla chips, plus one non-alcoholic beverage. Cerritos surf lesson route: Cerritos Beach, then the surf lesson area, then the Big Fun Beach Club lunch area. Air-conditioned van: Air-conditioned transportation may include additional guest pick-ups. Important notes: Moderate physical condition recommended. Minimum age: 6 years. Instructor ratio is approximately 1:3, depending on conditions. Includes pickup.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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Before you book

Days and timesTuesday, Friday and SaturdayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (6 to 70 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effort

Operated by High Tide Los Cabos

Is this one for you?Book this lesson if you want to understand how to read waves and ocean movement, not just stand on a board. The consistent swells at Cerritos and small instructor ratio mean coaching works for anyone from a first-timer to someone looking to sharpen intermediate skills, and the lunch and transport mean you're not managing logistics on top of learning.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly do you learn in a 2-hour surf lesson at Cerritos?

The lesson covers safety, paddling technique, wave selection, and proper board positioning. You start on the sand with fundamentals, then move into the water where your instructor coaches you on reading wave patterns and understanding ocean movement while you practice. The coaching adapts to whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced surfer.

Does the lesson include transportation from Cabo San Lucas?

Yes, round-trip air-conditioned transport from selected areas in Cabo San Lucas is included. The drive to Cerritos takes approximately 1 hour each way, and you'll receive exact pickup instructions within 24 hours after booking.

What's included in the lunch after surfing?

Lunch is a traditional Baja-style taco plate with fresh tacos, rice, beans, guacamole, homemade salsas, tortilla chips, and one non-alcoholic beverage. A vegetarian option is available if you need it.

When does the surf lesson season run?

Lessons operate seasonally from approximately November 15 through March 15, based on seasonal swell conditions. The experience requires favorable weather and ocean conditions. If unsafe conditions force a cancellation, you'll be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

Can I bring someone who doesn't want to surf?

Yes, observer or companion spots are available with advance reservation. An observer does not participate in the lesson or use a surfboard but does receive transportation and lunch. An additional fee applies for both the observer spot and the extra meal.

What should I know about fitness and age requirements?

The minimum age is 6 years old, and you should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness and basic comfort in the water. The experience is not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnancy, or serious heart conditions. Participants under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not permitted.