What to do and see in Tofino, Vancouver Island: The Best Surfing, Windsurfing & Kitesurfing

October 28, 2021 Natalie Tallman

It's true: you can surf in Canada. And Tofino, on the west coast of Vancouver Island, is where you'll find exceptional surfing, Canadian-style. Busiest in summer, Tofino also fills up in winter when storm watchers descend upon this tiny town. Stay at an upscale inn and enjoy the town that affectionately calls itself The Tree Loving Capital of the World.
Restaurants in Tofino

1. Bruhwiler Surf School

Excellent
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Don't get left sitting on the beach this summer! Learn to Surf in one of our Daily Lessons or Surf Camps (girls only or co-ed). Owned and operated by local professional surfer Raphael Bruhwiler.

2. Tofino Surf School

Excellent
98%
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5.0 based on 441 reviews

Tofino Surf School

Tofino Surf School is a local owner operated business. We offer small group sizes and personalized surf lessons. Surfing and teaching people how to surf is our passion. Tofino Surf School has taught thousands of people to surf young and old, including people with disabilities. We would love to get you started too!When you take a lesson with Tofino Surf School you have many options to choose from. You and your friends can opt to book a group lesson, you and your friends can join one of our scheduled lessons. You can can book a private 1-on-1 lesson or if you have some surf experience and your own equipment you can sign up for a surf guide where we show you the best surf spots and paddle out with you. You can give us a call and we will try our best to accommodate you.

3. Pacific Surf School

Excellent
92%
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5.0 based on 372 reviews

Pacific Surf School

Pacific Surf Company creates the opportunity for all to experience the life changing impact of the ocean. We've been spreading our love for surfing since 1998! As a company, we are proud to provide high quality lessons, exceptional rentals, create socially conscious apparel, and offer life changing experiences. We believe our customers deserve the best ocean experience possible, and understand that their time with us is much more than just a lesson or rental. We understand that its much more about a personalized ocean experience, not just the act of surfing.

4. Tofino Paddle Surf

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5.0 based on 74 reviews

Tofino Paddle Surf

LOCATED AT THE BEACH - Tofino Paddle Surf is Tofino's Premier Paddleboarding Shop - Stand up Paddle Boarding and Surfing - Tours, Adventures, Lessons, Rentals & Retail

5. Tofino Surf Adventures

Excellent
94%
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2%
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5.0 based on 83 reviews

Tofino Surf Adventures

Tofino Surf Adventures offers surf lessons and surf guiding for all ages and experience levels. We have group and private lesson options available. With Tofino Surf Adventures, you get the most time spent in the water.

6. Surf Club Adventure Centre

Excellent
99%
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5.0 based on 97 reviews

Surf Club Adventure Centre

The Surf Club offers professional surf lessons with certified Surf instructors. Top quality Surf gear rentals,soft tops, Body boards, SUP rentals, Skim boards, locally shaped performance boards from Aftanis. Spa like changing rooms, hot showers, hot pool, dry sauna, gift shop, and a cappuccino bar.

7. Live To Surf - The Original Tofino Surf Shop

Excellent
85%
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5.0 based on 281 reviews

Live To Surf - The Original Tofino Surf Shop

Wanna Have Fun? We can help!Located in Tofino BC, on the west coast of Canada, Live To Surf is the Original Tofino Surf Shop that was established back in 1984 & is your 1 stop surf shop offering everything you need; Sales, Rentals & Lessons. We can accommodate first timers to expert board riders with our friendly and knowledgeable staff that are ready to help you. Come to the shop with experience. Live To Surf

8. Tofino Surf Company

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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Tofino Surf Company

Surfing at the local spots year round, I teach beginners new to surfing and guide on remote surf trips.

9. Westside Surf School

Excellent
77%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
6%
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4.5 based on 31 reviews

Westside Surf School

At WESTSIDE SURF, we are at the cutting edge of surf teaching. Utilizing the most advanced techniques developed by over two decades of teaching by director SEPP BRUHWILER Canada's Internationally Known Professional Surfer. We are one of the only family run and family oriented surf school's in Canada; specializing in Family Lessons that are geared towards kids under the age of 13. Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Surf lessons, Progressive 2 Day Surf Camps, Private Group Lessons, as well as Private One on One Coaching. You can find all of your surf lesson and rental needs under one roof. This allows you to find the best surf lesson/rental packages in town. We stock some of the highest quality surf gear for rent and for our students on all our lessons. Our staff adheres to strict quality standards of "if we wouldn't wear it, we don't rent it". Our stock of suits will make sure you stay warm while having fun on our fleet of surfboards, from 5'0" to 10', plus a great selection of boogies and skim boards. There is something for everyone at Westside Surf.Westside Surf is situated in the beautiful village of Tofino, on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. Consistent waves, clear water and spectacular scenery all add to the experience of learning how to surf in a safe and friendly environment. Located at the first four way stop in Tofino, at Cedar Corner.

10. Long Beach Surf Shop

Excellent
88%
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4.5 based on 32 reviews

Long Beach Surf Shop

Your Friendly Neighbourhood Surf Shop. At Long Beach we try to help all levels of surfers from first-timers to old souls and everyone in between. We have the biggest selection of Surfboard rental gear in the Tofino Ucluelet area and amazing rates to match. No attitude just friendly quick service.Hundreds of great wetsuits and Surfboards for sale as well.

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