Santa Monica to Malibu Surf Experience with Lunch Included

Two legendary breaks, a private beach lunch, and five hours in the water

A 5-hour surf activity along the Pacific Coast Highway from Santa Monica to Malibu, with all gear supplied, small group sizes capped at six, and a complimentary beach picnic lunch included. Expert guides lead all experience levels, and the tour operates in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Children from age 3 are welcome.

The experience

You spend five hours surfing two of the Pacific Coast's most storied breaks, traveling between them in open-air vans that let you feel the local SoCal atmosphere as you go. All gear is supplied (wetsuits, soft or hard top surfboards in various lengths, towels and a changing poncho), so you arrive with nothing but yourself. Groups stay under six people, which means your guide can watch your form and adjust the session to match whether you're riding your first wave or chasing a spot you've seen in photos.

The day includes a private beach picnic lunch at one of the stops, so you eat where you've been surfing rather than breaking to find food elsewhere. Bottled water and snacks round out what's provided. The guides speak English, Spanish, or Portuguese, so the instruction and commentary land clearly no matter which language you follow best.

The whole outing runs five hours, which fits the drive between breaks, the time in the water at each one, and the lunch stop into a single morning or afternoon. You'll need a valid ID and should be comfortable in the ocean. The activity isn't recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or during pregnancy, but it suits all other fitness levels.

What’s included

• All surfboards (soft or hard top, various lengths).
• wetsuits.
• towels and changing poncho.
• bottled water.
• snacks.
• complimentary lunch at the private beach picnic.
• expert guide in your choice of English, Spanish, or Portuguese.
• transportation in open-air vans between the two breaks.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except Monday and FridayDeparts at 09:00

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AgesAdult (14 to 64 years) · Child (3 to 13 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go 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

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Santa Monica Surf Tours

Is this one for you?The small group cap of six and the personalized guide attention suit anyone who wants real instruction rather than being herded through a large tour, and the fixed five-hour window fits a half-day slot in a Santa Monica itinerary without eating a full day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 13 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

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.

Can I go if I've never surfed before?

Yes. All experience levels are welcome, and the expert guides personalize the session to match where you're starting from. Beginners get the same gear and attention as experienced surfers.

What's included in the lunch at the beach?

A complimentary lunch is served during the private beach picnic stop. Bottled water and snacks are also provided throughout the five hours.

How many people will be in my group?

Groups are capped at six people maximum, so you get personalized attention from the guide rather than being lost in a large crowd.

What happens if the ocean conditions are rough that day?

The guides choose which of the two breaks to visit based on the day's conditions, so you're always surfing where it's safest and most fun for your group's level.