Overview
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The experience begins at Cerritos Beach, where the Pacific Ocean rolls across a wide open coastline while surfboards rest on the sand beneath the desert mountains of Baja California Sur. Before entering the water, your instructor explains positioning, paddling, wave timing, and ocean awareness according to your experience level and the conditions of the day.
Without the pace of a larger group, the lesson feels calmer and more flexible. There’s more time to repeat waves, adjust technique, and enjoy the rhythm of the Pacific while pelicans glide above the shoreline and waves continue breaking across the beach.
Later, the pace slows during lunch near the beach, where the Baja atmosphere becomes part of the experience itself. Between surfing, ocean views, and relaxed coastal scenery, the day feels more personal, immersive, and connected to the Pacific side of Baja.
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 6 years old
Guests receive exact meeting or pick-up instructions within 24 hours after booking through the Viator operator chat. If not received, please contact us at least 24 hours before your tour
Maximum waiting time after scheduled meeting or pick-up time is 5 minutes
Cut-off times are based on local experience time
Private surf lessons allow more personalized coaching, pacing, wave selection, and beach time depending on skill level and guest preferences
Suitable for beginner, intermediate, and advanced surfers with coaching adapted to skill level and ocean conditions
Surf lessons require basic comfort in the water and moderate physical activity
Wetsuits available upon request during winter months in XL, LG, M, and SM
Travelers requesting specific surfboard sizes or fiberglass boards should contact us at least 24 hours in advance
Instructor ratio 1:3
Observer/companion spots require advance reservation and additional transportation and lunch fee. Observer option does not include surfboard or surf lesson participation
Surf lessons operate seasonally approximately from November 15 through March 15 based on seasonal swell conditions
Includes approximately 2 hours of surf lesson plus transportation and lunch timing
Transportation from Cabo San Lucas area is approximately 1 hour
This experience requires favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to unsafe weather, ocean conditions, or operational restrictions, guests will be offered an alternative date or full refund
No locker facilities are available, but belongings may usually remain inside the transportation vehicle during the activity
Not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnancy, or serious heart conditions
Participants under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed
Medical refund requests require an official same-day doctor’s certificate and prior notification before activity start time
What To Expect
Transpeninsular Highway (La Carretera Transpeninsular)
We star the way to Cerritos beach , in this road you can see de Pacific Ocean and the Mountains , its a beautiful landscape when you can take a tons of photos.
Playa Los Cerritos
Cerritos is a world-renowned surf spot with a beach break. It is exposed to northwest swells that can light up for days in super clean conditions. It is a great spot not only for the experienced surfer but also for beginners. Our professional coaches´ goal is to make you feel so safe that you won't miss any fun. It won't take long for you to experience the crave for the wave! Enjoy a great lunch in Cerritos Surf Town Restaurant, traditional Mexican food at Cerritos beach.
Options
Private Cerritos Observer
Private observer option: Private observer option for guests accompanying the surf lesson without participating. Private Tour: Private observer experience with beach access and private transportation included. Duration: 5 hours: Approximately 2 hours of surf lessons, beach time, lunch, and round-trip transportation time Lunch: Tacos Rice and beans Guacamole, salsa, and tortilla chips One non-alcoholic beverage Private Cerritos Beach Route: Cerritos Beach → Beach relaxation area → Big Fun Beach Club lunch area Air-conditioned van: Private air-conditioned transportation with no additional pick-ups Important Notes: Beach chairs and umbrella setup included Does not include surf lesson participation Pickup included
Private Cerritos
Private surf lesson: Private surf lesson at Cerritos Beach with flexible coaching for beginner, intermediate, and advanced surfers. Private Tour: Private surf lesson with personalized coaching, wave selection, and flexible pacing depending on skill level. Duration: 5 hours: Approximately 2 hours of surf lessons plus lunch and round-trip transportation time Lunch • Tacos • Rice and beans: Tacos Rice and beans Guacamole, salsa, and tortilla chips One non-alcoholic beverage Private Cerritos Surf Route: Cerritos Beach → Surf lesson area → Big Fun Beach Club lunch area Air-conditioned van: Private air-conditioned transportation with no additional pick-ups Important Notes: Moderate physical condition recommended | Minimum age: 6 years Instructor ratio approximately 1:3 depending on conditions Pickup included
What‘s Included
2-hour surfing lesson at Cerritos Beach
Surfboard, rashguard, beach chairs, umbrella setup, and all necessary surf equipment
Lunch at a local Baja-style restaurant including tacos, tortilla chips, homemade salsas, and vegetarian option available
Specific surfboard sizes, fiberglass boards, or wetsuits available upon request with 24-hour notice
Complimentary round-trip transportation from selected areas in an air-conditioned vehicle
Alcoholic beverages
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Towels
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
25 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Luis was an amazing surf instructor for our 3 boys, 16, 12, and 10 who had only surfed once before. Booking again.
354bricea,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Luis-great lesson for our 3 boys
Private surfing in Los Cerritos
kimkQ8473FP,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Pedro was very helpful and kind. I definitely recommend him as a guide and I will go again!
Surfing at Cerritos with Monito and Sol
W2065NBabbym,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Monito and Sol took my family and I to Cerritos to surf. We had a great experience. They walked us through exactly how to paddle out past the break, and supported us in the water throughout the whole session. They even got some great go pro clips of us! Would absolutely recommend.
Great surfing experience with Monito and Sol
delaneym569,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a blast! Our guides were Monito and Sol, and they were great. Made sure everyone was comfortable in the water and helped us all paddle and catch waves!
Great Surf Trip
Z3039MXnormanh,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Pedro & Jose Luis are top notch. Highly recommend this outfit. They handled everything from pickup, boards, lunch & dropoff.
11/10! Great company, AMAZING guides!!
hooten108,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly Recommend this experience with High Tide! Omg! We had THE BEST TIME! Like an 11/10… our guides absolutely made our day! Sol and Fernando ~ ask for them!! … let me just add, they both seemed to genuinely enjoy their jobs and their smiles and laughs were a plenty (ok, maybe I’m funny… but really! It’s easy to get annoyed or burnt out as guides!) Logistically speaking… Van arrived on time and was clean, guides reviewed our day and made it clear that they were willing to accommodate as possible. We really lucked out with the weather and the waves and our crew had an absolute BLAST. Lunch was great and included~ I found one perk to be with a local while inquiring about prices w beach vendors etc. (ok, I may have ended up getting a massage instead of surfing…. And if that’s your jam~ Mary was great!) We all agreed it was a simply fantastic day and cannot overstate the wonderful time we had!! {hey! HighTide… consider a raise for these two!!! 🥰}
Best experience in San Jose/Cabo while visiting for 7 days!
Venture00635414816,Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Traveled to Cabo and San Jose with my two girls for a last minute 7 day vacation before school started. This event was so far my kids favorite. My two daughters, (11 and 13 years old) and myself had so much fun. We all really enjoyed it. Marco Pollo, and Mono are very patient and kind. Their guidance and instructions were the best. All 3 of us were able to stand confidently on a surf board within 20-30 minutes. My kids loved it more than parasailing! If you are in San Jose or Cabo, you will not regret booking this event! I highly recommend it.
Excellent trip, phenomenal views, with a workout!
DCN Iowa,Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great 3 hr trip with amazing scenery and it was a blast. Javier and Luis were awesome hosts and very prepared. They picked us up at our hotel right on time, gave us quite a bit of history of Cabo and shared other things to do while in Cabo on the ride to where we launch the kayaks. We then kayaked out to the arches for some photos and then back Pelican Rock for some great snorkeling where the scenery was great! Highly recommend this trip and request Javier and Luis, you wont regret it!
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alexandrabF5598JO,Jan 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The beach was beautiful. Me and my brother RJ had an amazing time catching the waves. Luis was a great instructor and was very fun and helpful.
Surf lesson
lucbN9770GX,Jan 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Carlos, Luis and Allan were fantastic!! They worked very hard to make sure we will have a maximum of fun during our surf lesson! Tks from Montreal, Canada!
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