Ahau Tulum Hotel has a huge wooden female sculpture at the entrance by artist Daniel Popper.
Description
Take a surf lesson right in front of our spot at Ahau Tulum.
Nothing better than local surfers to get you flowing in the right direction.
Mauricio is an experienced and passionate wave rider. 100% committed to helping you use a surfboard. He's been a surfer for many years.
Join our list of satisfied clients!
Tour Options
Basic Surf Lessons in Tulum
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
Next available
Sun, Oct 4
Adult (ages 10–70)
$51
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $80.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
What's included
Included
Surfboard, Leash and Life jacket
Not included
Pick Up from hotels
Traveller Ratings
5.0
25 reviews
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How it compares in Tulum
Rated higher than 75% of 207 reviewed tours in Tulum
Starting price $51 is 46% below the typical $96 for tours of similar length in Tulum
Excurgo comparison of 704 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Basic Surf Lessons in Tulum take?
Basic Surf Lessons in Tulum lasts about 1 hour.
How much does Basic Surf Lessons in Tulum cost?
Prices start at $51 per person for this Tulum experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $80. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Basic Surf Lessons in Tulum run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
Can I cancel Basic Surf Lessons in Tulum for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Ahau Tulum Hotel has a huge wooden female sculpture at the entrance by artist Daniel Popper. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Basic Surf Lessons in Tulum offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 2 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Basic Surf Lessons in Tulum worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 25 verified reviews; it is run by Mexican Caribbean Kitesurf.
Reviews(25)
5
559kyas
August 3, 2026
We will be back
My boyfriend and I really wanted to say Pluma was an amazing instructor. I am a traveler and have experienced plenty of first time things.
Pluma stands out, he was so passionate, kind, and genuine with our experience. It is hours later and we’re still reflecting on what he taught and said to us. We feel you should know that he is a great instructor.
Thank you so much for the experience, we will be back.
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denneyalaneece
July 16, 2026
absolutely wonderful...
absolutely wonderful experience with pluma! he was kind, patient, knowledgeable, and had a real passion for surfing. the time both in and out of the water was extremely rewarding. 100/10, would love to see him again and catch some waves!
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Fearless16632783416
April 28, 2026
The best
Wow, great experience. The team is professional and super friendly. Prices are very competitive. Thanks for the welcome guys 🤙🏾
Operator response
Thank you so much for this great review!!!
It was great meeting you and sharing with you our passion for water sports!! have a great day and if you ever come back to Tulum, we will be here :-)
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Daniel_L
April 13, 2026
Patient and very pleasant instructor, very complete beginner lesson!
The instructor was very easy to work with and very patient. The system for learning in an hour was really well structured and made it so we had enough to go off and practice independently.
When we come back we'd definitely consider booking again because the guy was so good!
Operator response
Thank you so much for this great review Daniel!!!
We really love surging and we are very fortunate to share this love and passion with people as nice as yourself. Have a great day and if you ever come back to Tulum, we will be here :-)
M
Moranne_E
December 26, 2025
Surfing in Tulum
Mauricio and his team were awesome! Helpful and supportive and fun! Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for surf lessons in Tulum!
Operator response
Thank you very much Moranne for this great review. We are very lucky to be able to share our passion for the ocean with people as nice as you. Have a great day and if you ever come back to Tulum, we will be here 😊
K
Kenna_D
June 18, 2025
Best excursion I’ve ever done
This experience was amazing! The instructor was knowledgeable and so kind. The location was gorgeous. Pluma, thank you so much for your help and for shaping our confidence to surf. But more than surfing, we learned much about life. Surfing was a blast, it was a life long bucket list item for me.
Operator response
Thank you so much Kenna for this great review!🙏. Pluma is a great instructor and we are very fortunate to have a person as nice as him on our team.
Have a great day and if you ever come back to Tulum, we will be here 😊🤙
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Sightsee13518608326
June 4, 2025
The best spot in the entire Tulum hotel zone
The perfect vibe to learn kitesurfing and surfing with real professionals who adapt to all levels.
Go with your eyes closed and make sure to contact Mau if you’re planning to visit Tulum.
100% recommended!
Operator response
Thank you very much for this great review! It was great meeting you and if you ever come back to Tulum, we will be here :-) Have a great day.
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Iasmim A
November 2, 2024
Very fun and challenging!
It was a really cool and fun experience! Mauricio was very professional and taught us a lot about surfing and made sure we were safe and comfortable as well to try new tricks. It's very physically demanding, and it took me a while to learn how to balance myself on the board while my fiance looked like a dolphin on it. Very worth the price and would do it again!
Operator response
Thank you very much for this great review! Surfing was my first passion with the ocean and I am very fortunate because I can share it with people as cool as you :-) Have a great day and if you ever come back to Tulum, we will be here
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Fayge_K
October 23, 2024
Incredible Experience
Best surfing Lesson ever! Jorge was patient and an incredible teacher. We even came back the next day!
Operator response
Thank you so much for this great review!
Jorge is a great surfer and instructor and we are very fortunate to have him on our team. Have a great day and if you ever come back to Tulum, we will be here :-)
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N7520RXpascalep
February 16, 2024
Mauricio and his team are just wonderful!
Mauricio and his team (Mathis!) are simply wonderful, very professional and fun! My wife took kite lessons and progressed a lot! I also kited in front of their kite school (Ahau Tulum), and we both had a great time! We also travelled one day with Mauricio's group to Isla Blanca for a perfect kiting day. Cheers to Mauricio and his team!
Operator response
Thank you so much for this great review!! It was great meeting the two of you and if you ever come back to Tulum, we will be here 😊. Have a great day.
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