About this tour
Catch your first waves at Anglesea, a sheltered stretch of Victoria's Great Ocean Road where protected waters and rolling swells make surfing accessible for absolute beginners. Over two hours, you'll work with qualified instructors—all trained lifesavers—to master paddling and pop-ups in waist-deep conditions. Soft-top boards and wetsuits are provided; you simply show up ready to get wet and feel what it's like to ride a wave.
Highlights
- Waist-deep beginner waves in sheltered bay
- Expert instructors who are certified lifesavers
- Soft-top board and wetsuit supplied
- Iconic Great Ocean Road coastal setting
- Two-hour session, no experience required
- Public transport accessible from nearby towns
What to expect
You'll meet your instructor on the beach and spend the first 15 minutes gearing up and learning fundamentals on sand. Then it's into the water for hands-on coaching—expect your guide to stay in the shallows with you, correcting your positioning and timing your takeoffs. Most people manage to stand up within the first session, though the real skill comes from repetition. You'll be tired but buzzing by the end.
Good to know
Not suitable if you have spinal injuries, are pregnant, or have cardiovascular concerns. All fitness levels welcome otherwise. Bring a towel and change of clothes; public transport links are nearby. Food and drinks not included.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.