10 Surfing, Windsurfing & Kitesurfing in Auckland That You Shouldn't Miss

July 9, 2021 Fernanda Pittenger

The Māori call Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau — a maiden desired by 100 lovers, and a valuable territory fought over for centuries for its fertile land and natural harbors on the Pacific Ocean (to the east) and Tasman Sea (to the west). Today, it’s New Zealand’s largest city: A vibrant and diverse place where nature and urban life go hand-in- hand, with 48 volcanic cones, more than 50 islands, and 29,000 km of coastline and beaches just minutes away from the arts and shopping of the central city.
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1. Muriwai Surf School

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5.0 based on 145 reviews

Muriwai Surf School

Muriwai Surf School is located only 35mins drive from Aucklands central city. Our surf shed is only a one minute walk from the beach. We are located in a regional park which has fantastic walks with great coastal views. The beach is a black sand beach and 45km long. Aucklands West Coast (Tasman Sea) gets plenty of swell which makes it a perfect place for surfers and non surfers looking to escape the hussle and bussle of the city for a few hours (or in my case life). From the surf shed we offer surf lessons, surf coaching, surfboard & wetsuit hire, adventure hire, blokart hire. We are a Kiwi owned and operated family business who pride ourselves on our old school friendly service.

2. Mission Bay Watersports

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5.0 based on 36 reviews

Mission Bay Watersports

Come discover the exciting new sport of Stand Up Paddleboarding (or SUP)! As a Surfing NZ Approved SUP School, all of our lessons and tours are taught by our friendly International Surfing Association (ISA) qualified SUP instructors. Learn the basics in our Intro to SUP lesson, progress with the advanced courses, or tour the area while 'walking on water'. Stand Up Paddle Boards and Kayaks provide a peaceful, low impact way of experiencing this world class destination - the ideal platform to experience nature on nature's terms. 'Break Free' and get in touch with it all at Mission Bay!

3. Blue Adventures

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5.0 based on 76 reviews

Blue Adventures

Owned and run by adventure-lovers Tony and Nina, Blue Adventures has recently won the New Zealand Travel Industry Awards. Blue Adventures is a Worksafe accredited Adventure Activity Operator and the only IKO-affiliated Kite Centre in the Auckland region. Our kite surfing instructors are trained to teach using IKO's safe progressive method and our lessons are IKO certified. At Blue Adventures we’re all about providing a personalised and exciting experience. Our dedicated IKO and ISA qualified kitesurfing and stand up paddleboarding instructors are passionate about what they do and will provide you with a safe and fun way to learn these amazing water sports. We believe in customer satisfaction and our teaching technique has proven to be extremely successful. Small groups, step-by-step instructions and our up to date equipment will ensure you progress easily and safely while learning these addictive sports! Whether you’re looking for kiteboarding, SUP or wakeboarding lessons, rentals or Naish kiteboarding and SUP gear we’ve got something for you! Blue Adventures runs lessons in the Auckland and Matakana Coast region and our Watersports Centre is located on the water’s edge of the Omaha lagoon, a fantastic location for kitesurfing, paddleboarding and wakeboarding.

4. Elements Surf

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5.0 based on 124 reviews

Elements Surf

Elements World is your one stop Travel Company that has it all! Surf Adventures - Campervan Rental - Vehicle Buy and Sell - Sightseeing Tours - Travel Adventures

5. Rapu Surf

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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Rapu Surf

Established in 2001, we were known as New Zealand Surf 'n' Snow Tours for 13 years. We have re-branded ourselves as Rapu which in Maori means 'to seek' and, we feel, captures the quest to find that perfect New Zealand adventure. During summer, we offer both day and multi-day Surf Tours. During winter, whether you are a skier, snowboarder or an outdoor adventurer we have snow tour options for you.

6. Saltwater Eco

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5.0 based on 80 reviews

Saltwater Eco

Here at Saltwater Eco we pride ourselves on offering quality eco-focused products with purpose. Our unique Saltwater Offerings are designed to excite, energize and most importantly connect our clients to New Zealand’s incredible natural environments. Based on the beautiful Matakana Coast we offer a great range of surf and snorkel activities to suit all abilities.

7. Student Trips

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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Student Trips

Student Trip's is the youthful and vibrant tour company on the scene. Join us as we explore up and down New Zealand - taking you on adventures the average tour company never will. From Cape Reinga in the North to Queenstown in the South, if theres something worth experiencing you can be sure we'll take you there! Student Trips means affordable, fun trips with people just like you who are looking to make friends and share in unforgettable memories in Aotearoa, "the land of the long white cloud". Great activities Your "Student Trip" will feature awesome sights, get your adrenaline pumping and give you an experience of the unique New Zealand culture. We take you white water rafting, luge-riding, zorbing, surfing, sea kayaking, dolphin swimming, sand boarding and much more! Make your friends back home jealous as these flick through your photos of you and your incredible time in New Zealand. Best price guarantee Feel free to spend hours of researching on the internet - or simply take our word for the fact our trips are places you really want to see, at a price that cant be matched. We know that as a student you have big plans, but only a limited budget available. Therefore, we design our trips on a cost-price and provide you with the best value for money. With almost everything included Student Trips is affordable on every budget. We are not the type of company that puts you on a bus and simply kicks you out at the destination. When Student Trips goes on tour, we always have a professional and competent guide with us, the accommodation is already arranged and a program full of activities is scheduled. Young & fun company Our name says it all - we do trips for students and young people! When we are heading off on one of our adventures, we are always accompanied by a giant group of young, fun and awesome people - party-poopers need not apply!

8. Venture StandUp

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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Venture StandUp

Venture Standup Paddleboard Tours are like no other: we combine paddle boarding (the world's fastest growing water sport!) with the finest scenery, history and attractions NZ has to offer. Experience Auckland's finest food and scenery while trying something new! Anyone can paddle! young and old. See Auckland from a unique perspective with the locals, Troy and Olly.

9. Ricky Rush Kitesurfing

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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Ricky Rush Kitesurfing

I am Ricky Rush, my biggest addiction in life is kitesurfing and I want to share this exciting sport with you! Kitesurfing is one of the most exciting water sports in the world and will bring many years of exhilaration and fun to anyone willing to learn. My goal is to teach you how to kitesurf safely and to build your confidence so you can experience the thrill of the sport as I do.

10. Piha Surf School

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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Piha Surf School

Piha Surf School offers surfing lessons for beginning, intermediate and advanced surfers. We are dedicated to spreading the "stoke" of surfing by teaching techniques that allow you to have fun and be safe in the water. Our instructors are world class surfers who are guaranteed to get you up and riding even it is your first time surfing.

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