Hawaii

If you’ve ever YouTubed “surfing in Hawaii”, you might be thinking that there’s no way you could ever survive those massive waves. But the beautiful thing about Hawaii surf is that it brings people together, and that includes people who want to learn to surf. 

The Hawaiian people have a deep connection with the ocean, so you should consider yourself lucky if you get the chance to learn the basics of surfing from an islander local. And if you’re already comfortable with your skills, there’s no better place to test these skills than in Hawaii.

Hawaii surfing quick facts

Most important first

The destination

Country

USA

Region

Oceania

Language

English

Population

1.5M

Temperature, land

25-30 °C

Water temperature

Around 25 °C

Visa

Varies

Daily budget

$100 and up

The surfing

Number of waves

80

Surf level

Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, Pro

Surf camp cost

$500 and up

Hotel cost

$200 and up

Board rental cost

$20 and up

Surf lesson cost

$75 and up

B&B cost

$100 and up

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Local details

Internet

40 Mbps

Safety

Good

Family friendly

Yes

Healthcare

Great

Nightlife

Good

Walkability

Great

Dinner

$10 and up

Beer

$3 and up

Traffic

Okay

Electricity

115V, 60Hz

Popular areas of Hawaii

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