You must do this!!!! Brian was an amazing guide. Our trip was last minute but Brian made it work!…read more We called in the morning and Brian met us in the afternoon for a fabulous snorkeling trip. We are so thankful for his expertise and friendly personality. We saw tons of ocean creatures, an otter very very close up, and many sea lions, a couple swam right under us!! I'm not very ocean friendly, but Brian made it carefree! If you are fearful or unsure give it a try with Brian. He brought along a little float that I could grab onto as needed. He made it a wonderful experience. As Bryan said the hardest part is getting into the suit after that it's all fun! We will be back again soon.

Brian and Ariella are an amazing team! I cannot say enough about the personal care they take in…read moreoperating snorkel & scuba tours, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Well worth it! As this was my first visit to Monterey, I wanted to ensure I had a knowledgeable guide to see all the local sites. I am an experienced diver, primarily in warm waters over the past decade. To prepare for this trip, I obtained my drysuit certification, but finding actual cold water diving opportunities in Florida is challenging. I was referred to Monterey Expeditions by another diver, and I was fortunate to arrange two dives on Sunday morning. We had the pleasure of diving with Ariella, an exceptionally patient and attentive dive leader and instructor. Given that this was my first experience diving in cold water with a drysuit, it was incredibly reassuring to have her oversight to ensure my safety. She was patient with my slow preparation (any drysuit divers know it's awkward the first few times), and she was over prepared (because sure enough I needed more weight) . Additionally, we connected over our shared passion for marine conservation, as she also has a background in marine biology. If you are looking for a dive or snorkel expedition, you are in the best hands with Monterey Expeditions! I can't wait to go back!

So much fun! Abraham was fun, patient, and so helpful! This was the kids first time surfing and…read morethey had a blast! They both were able to have a great time and enjoy the waves! I highly recommend booking with them! Thanks, Abraham!

Fantastic to work with! We rented boards and wet suits from them two days in a row and they were…read morefriendly, made the process really easy and efficient and were all around nice dudes. They even went above and beyond and offered us cookies, water, and Gatorade after we finished surfing. They operate out of the back of a van and had enough equipment for 15 of us to rent suits, surf boards, and boogie boards. Highly recommend!

I just want to say what an amazing experience I had with purchasing my Starboard paddle board from…read moreCovewater Paddle Surf. Olivier was extraordinarily helpful in finding me a board and working on getting it delivered to the East coast. He carefully wrapped the board and it arrived here in perfect shape. I am now on my board almost everyday and I am in heaven every time I step on this board..aka Stella Bella Starboard. I would recommend Covewater Paddle surf to everyone and a special thanks to Olivier!!

I booked a private SUP surf lesson with Olivier and had a great experience. Olivier is incredibly…read moreknowledgable and an excellent instructor. He tailored the equipment and location to my skill level and we had an epic session where I learned more in 2 hours than I had in years of paddle surfing. Olivier uses headset technology that allows him to communicate with you throughout the session - it was amazing. Book a lesson with Oliver and you will level up immediately. Plus you'll have a ton of fun!

SO MUCH FUN! I am a…read morebig guy and was scared out of my mind BUT the nice little lady...Natalie I think...was very helpful and calmed all my fears. She showed me pro techniques that helped me in the calm water and the baby surf that was out there. I was doing hand stands by the end of the day! We got out early, it was calm and a little foggy but then the fog burned off and it was amazing! So peaceful. We got to see dolphins, sea lions and an otter with its baby! And schools of fish under your board...pretty cool! Can't wait to take my 9 year old out there! Thanks again!

1st. Class Service. This is a paddle surf shop. and I am a longboard surfer. I needed a special…read more"Waist Leash". Olivier Guincetre the owner said not problem. He took the time to show me how to take apart my ankle leash and install the waist leash and even gave me the little allen wrench.

Trutty is an exceptional trainer, brimming with knowledge. My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our…read moretime with her. It was a wise investment of both time and money, and we're definitely planning to return.

I've rented SUP boards from here several times and always had a good experience. Trudie is helpful…read moreand friendly, making sure I get the right kind of board and advising me on the conditions. I would just say I haven't tried the lessons or kayak rentals from SUP Shack so I can't comment on those.

This Saturday Portside Paddle hosted lessons for Single parents.... this is something my son and I…read morehave wanted to try, this opportunity allowed us this great adventure. I showed up and Burleigh was super enthusiastic to have my son and I @ Portside. Short pump up orientation were safety was outlined and understood prior to decking up. I have to admit that this big momma wasn't to sure about how successful my body was gonna allow this experience to unfold, but I not only surprised Burleigh but myself too! Ofcourse my athletic little guy was all over the place and had to be reigned in several times. This is a family business and I had the pleasure of meeting the whole family: Helen, Burleigh and Lil Mia. Helen and their little were at the dock when we got back. Enjoyed a nice debrief family to family. Great experience. I would defiently recomend to all. ALL ages & body types.

Fantastic family activity on spring break! They made sure we were comfortable and confident on the…read morepaddles. Great bonding experience and a lot of fun!

Maverick's Surf Shop has a deep history in the Half Moon Bay community, or so I was told, by a…read morefriend who grew up in the area.... This shop and the nearby popular beach with which it shares a name and is known for their huge wave surfing is a must-see if you're in the area. So, for that reason, and because I have a son named Maverick, we decided to swing by this surf shop and check it out... We weren't in the market for any surf gear, but they have everything you need here if you are. We enjoyed perusing their store and I ended up purchasing a t-shirt and hat. The other stores in the area were closed for renovation, but if you end up here, eat at nearby Sam's and make an afternoon of it. That's what we did. Enjoy!

Listen I am not a surfer but I am a scuba diver. I have been to mavericks when the waves have been…read more60 foot high. The movie Chasing Mavericks is spectacular. Why are the waves so Big here? The National Marine Sanctuaries states, "Due to the steep topography of the bedrock reef at Mavericks, the wave energy rapidly converges and the wave height rapidly increases, creating a huge wave compared to the adjacent areas." I had to see this surf shop and it is an incredible place. The staff is very friendly and they assist you in whatever you are looking for. They have a great selection of footwear for both men and women as well as eye glasses. The sorts were really great with selections for men that are with a collar and lots os T's and sweat shirts. The prices are really good and they do have sales racks in the front on clothing that is in some cases 50% off. You have a great view of the Harbor and Mavericks and the customer service is fantastic. By the way, I purchased a T-Shirt there with their brand and I am wearing it right now as I type this review. I highly recommend this shop.