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The Best Carioca Surf Experience

About this experience

* Experience: +4,000 people of different ages and countries initiated into surfing;

* Quality: +500 reviews, 100% 5 stars on another platform;

* Location: We go to the beach with the best surf conditions for your experience level;

* Time: Up to 1:30h lesson;
* Privileged Access: Local knowledge of all beaches in Rio;

* Equipment: Variety and quality of soft surfboards for all weights and levels;

* Convenience: Wetsuit included;

* Personalization: See your images after the activity;

* Team: We work with the best surf coaches in Rio de Janeiro.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr

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The Best Carioca Surf Experience

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr

Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Instruction guided by experienced professionals.
  • Board: Variety of softboards in excellent condition for all weights.
  • Gear: softboard, leash, wetsuit ou rash guard
  • Water to wash sand off your feet.
  • Transportation: from the meeting point to the best beach of the day and then back to another location.

Not included

  • Sunscreen.
  • Towel.
  • Images

Itinerary and highlights

Surf at the ideal beach for your skill level, learn from Rio's best surf instructors, and experience the true surf vibe and local lifestyle.

Perfect for beginners, intermediate, and advanced surfers, we offer a complete immersion in surfing in Rio de Janeiro.

We select the beach based on ideal conditions for the sport, taking into account your skill level, experience, physical and mental state.

Participants will learn fundamental techniques, improve their skills, and enjoy moments of happiness and growth while experiencing the sea from a surfing perspective.

After the activity in the water, we can recharge at some of our partner restaurants and also visit a special place in the region, if there's time left.

You can also enjoy your surfing photos and have some extra smiles and laughs.

Due to variables regarding what we will do after surfing (food, sightseeing), our departure location may not be the same as our meeting point.

Over 4,000 people of all ages have started surfing under our guidance.

Let's have some fun surfing!

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Meeting and pickup information

  • Meeting point: MOCHA Japanese Gelateria. Av. Fernando Mattos, 300, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro. Use this address above if you are using Uber. Coming from the subway: get off at Jardim Oceânico Station, look for exit B, turn left onto Rua Fernando Mattos. MOCHA is about 30 meters from the exit.

Languages and tickets

  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Awa Adventures

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr.
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–5; Youth tickets: age 6–16; Adult tickets: age 17+; Senior tickets: age 65+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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