Surf Lessons at Cerritos
Description
Cerritos Beach is one of the most consistent surf locations in Baja California Sur, receiving Pacific swells that create rideable waves throughout much of the year. Its wide sandy beach and variety of wave conditions make it suitable for surfers of different experience levels. Beyond learning how to stand on a board, surfing teaches participants how to read wave patterns, understand ocean movement, and develop confidence in the water. Cerritos has become an important part of Baja's surf culture, attracting travelers and local surfers alike with its combination of accessible waves and relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Tour Options
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
• Complimentary round-trip transportation is available from hotels in Cabo San Lucas and the Tourist Corridor • If your hotel is not listed, feel free to contact us so we can check transportation availability for your area • Guests arriving with their own vehicle may meet directly at Cerritos Beach (Big Fun Beach Club Parking Area), where the surfing lesson begins from the beach • Hotels outside the main tourist area, including Hard Rock, Nobu, Rancho San Lucas, Diamante, or Four Seasons, are not included in complimentary transportation and will meet at Plaza Gali OXXO in Cabo San Lucas • Cruise guests will also meet at Plaza Gali OXXO, approximately 3–5 minutes walking from the marina exit. Detailed walking directions will be provided with your confirmation message • Cabo San Lucas cruise arrivals operate using tender boats, which may take additional time depending on port operations. We strongly recommend taking the earliest tender available or booking priority tender service whenever possible • Guests who miss transportation or arrive late must arrive directly at Cerritos Beach before the activity start time at their own expense
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 6 years
- 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
- 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
Reviews(69)
Alan and Fernando were exceptional! Super fun to be with, very informative in their instruction and lesson. Made learning how to surf easy... Or is easy as it could be. Prepare to be sore the next day if you've never done it. We highly recommend Alan and Fernando with high tide.
Thank you so much for this awesome review! 🤙 We’re stoked to hear you had such a great time with Alan and Fernando—they truly are an incredible team and love sharing the stoke with every guest. Learning to surf for the first time is no small feat, so major props to you for getting out there and giving it your all (and yes… a little soreness the next day just means you did it right 😄). We really appreciate the recommendation and your kind words about our Cerritos surf lessons. It means a lot to our crew. Hope to see you back in the water with us again soon! #HighTideLosCabos #SurfCerritos #LearnToSurf #CaboSurf #SurfAdventure #LosCabosActivities #SurfVibes #FirstWave
The BEST time with Hugo and Sol
Thank you so much for your amazing review! 🌊🏄♂️ We’re so happy to hear that both families had such an incredible day at Cerritos Beach. Surfing there is always a great experience, especially when sharing it with friends and family. Hugo and Sol will be very happy to hear your kind words—they love helping guests catch their first waves and making sure everyone has a fun and memorable time in the water. Thank you for choosing to surf with us, and we hope to see you again on your next trip to Los Cabos for more waves and adventures! High Tide Los Cabos #SurfCerritos #LosCabosSurf #SurfLessonsCabo #HighTideLosCabos
Fernando and Hugo were the BEST surf instructors! We were a group of friends with varying degrees of experience, and we ALL learned, felt successful, and had the BEST time!! They were super friendly, personable, and supportive! I would definitely recommend these guys - they were so awesome!
Thank you so much for this amazing review! We love hearing that your group had such a fantastic time during your Surf Lessons at Cerritos Beach. Cerritos is one of the best places for surf lessons in Los Cabos, especially for groups with different experience levels, so it’s great to know everyone felt successful and had fun in the waves. Fernando and Hugo will be beyond happy to hear your kind words. Their friendly, supportive approach is exactly what makes our surfing experience in Cerritos both fun and confidence-building. Thank you for the recommendation! We hope to see you and your friends back soon for another unforgettable day of surfing in Los Cabos. – High Tide Los Cabos
Fantastic experience. Pedro was super knowledgeable about the local area and a great surf instructor. My son and I had a fantastic experience!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re happy to hear everything went smoothly from the hotel pickup to finding the perfect waves at Cerritos. Pedro will be very glad to know he helped make your surf session safe, fun, and memorable — he truly loves sharing his knowledge and passion for surfing with our guests. It’s wonderful to know you and your son had such a fantastic time together in the water. We hope to see you back in Los Cabos for more waves soon! 🌊🏄♂️ High Tide Los Cabos #HighTideLosCabos #SurfLessonsCerritos #CerritosBeach #SurfLosCabos #FamilySurfExperience #LearnToSurf
Had such a fun time with Fernando and Pedro!! They were great instructors and gave personal instruction to all of us. Plus fun music in the van!!
Thank you so much for your awesome review! 😄🏄♂️🌊 It’s great to hear you had such an epic surf experience with Fernando and Pedro 🙌✨ Personalized instruction makes a big difference, and we’re glad you enjoyed the fun vibe including the music in the van 🎶🚐😄 Thanks for joining us, and we’d love to have you back for another great surf session at Cerritos soon ☀️🌴🏄♀️ — High Tide Los Cabos Team
Pedro and Fernando were the best!! Had a great time with them!! The food was amazing and when the waves started getting bigger they were helping us so much!! Overall great time!
Thank you so much for your awesome review! 😄🏄♂️🌊 It’s great to hear you had such a fun time surfing at Cerritos with Pedro and Fernando 🙌✨ Learning to surf, enjoying local food, and checking out nearby shops really makes for a complete experience 🍽️🛍️ We’re glad the team was there to support you as the waves picked up and help you make the most of it. Thanks for joining us, and we hope to see you back soon for another great surf day in Cabo ☀️🌴🏄♀️ — High Tide Los Cabos Team
We had a great time! Pedro and Fernando were lovely and helped us surf, and we had a nice lunch afterward too! Highly recommend
Thank you so much for your review! 😄🏄♂️🌊 It’s great to hear you had such a good time surfing at Cerritos with Pedro and Fernando 🙌✨ We’re glad they helped you enjoy the session and that you also had a nice lunch afterward always a perfect way to wrap up the day 🍽️☀️ Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to see you again soon for another fun surf experience in Cabo 🌴🏄♀️ — High Tide Los Cabos Team
So fun!! Great instructions. I’ve never surfed before and felt very safe. Alan and Emilio were AWESOME. We went to an authentic Mexican restaurant after. Booked through our hotel (Sandos Finesterra) and it was so easy and fun.
Hi! So happy to hear you had such a fun time and that your first surfing experience felt safe and enjoyable — that’s exactly what we aim for! 🙌 Alan and Emilio will be stoked to hear your shoutout; they’re awesome at making first-time surfers feel confident and supported in the water. We’re also glad you enjoyed the stop at the authentic Mexican restaurant — it’s always a favorite way to wrap up the experience. Thanks for booking through Sandos Finisterra and for sharing your experience. We’d love to have you back anytime for more surf adventures in Los Cabos! Best regards, High Tide Los Cabos Team
Was awesome - Alan & Emilio were 10/10! They were helpful and fun & made it fairly easy for a first time surfer. Alan & Emilio were nice & professional
So happy to hear you had an awesome experience with our surf lessons at Cerritos Beach! 🌊🙌 Alan and Emilio will be stoked to hear they were a 10/10 — they’re fantastic at making first-time surfers feel comfortable, safe, and confident in the water. Our goal with every Los Cabos surf lesson is to keep things fun, professional, and easy to learn, and we’re glad that came through during your session. Thanks for sharing your experience — we’d love to see you back for more surfing in Cerritos or Los Cabos anytime! Best regards,
I had such an amazing experience with this surfing class! My instructor, Momo (Lois), is awesome — super patient, encouraging, and really knows how to break things down so you can actually feel your progress. She made the whole learning process fun and stress-free. Whether you’re a total beginner or just need to brush up on your skills, I highly recommend taking lessons with Momo!
Thank you so much for sharing this awesome review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an amazing time surfing at Cerritos and that Mono helped make the experience fun, relaxed, and full of progress. She’ll be stoked to hear your shoutout! 🤙 Cerritos Beach is one of our favorite spots for surf lessons in Los Cabos, and knowing you walked away feeling confident and inspired is exactly why we love what we do. Whenever you’re ready to get back on the waves — beginner or not — we’ll be here! Thanks again for choosing High Tide Los Cabos for your surf adventure. 🌊 High Tide Los Cabos Team
