LOCATIONS

Across Cornwall, we’re proud to operate in some of the most breathtaking coastal settings in the country — each chosen not just for its beauty, but for the incredible experiences it allows us to deliver.

For years, you’ve come to know and trust brands like Global Boarders, Gwithian Surf School, Lizard Adventure, and Mousehole Adventure. Each earned its reputation in these remarkable locations, providing safe, professional, and genuinely unforgettable experiences in and around the ocean.

Today, all of that expertise, heritage, and local knowledge comes together under one unified name: MAKAI — a single identity that brings Cornwall’s finest surfing, coasteering, and paddlesports experiences together, driven by a shared passion for the sea and the spectacular coastline we’re proud to call home.

Same iconic locations. Same dedicated team. Same unforgettable adventures.

What locations do we use?

Gwithian Beach

Wide, open, and exposed to clean Atlantic swell, Gwithian is one of Cornwall’s most iconic surfing beaches. Its long sandy bay and gently shelving shoreline create the perfect environment for everything from first-time surf lessons to improver coaching and performance sessions. This is where countless families have caught their very first wave — and where our coaching roots run deep.

Our surf lessons at Gwithian start from £45 per person

The Lizard Peninsula

Raw, dramatic, and beautifully unspoilt, the Lizard Peninsula offers an entirely different kind of adventure. Towering cliffs, hidden coves, turquoise water, and sheltered harbours make it the ultimate playground for coasteering, sea kayaking, paddleboarding, and Mega SUP. From 'Edge of the World' backdrops, to exploring secret inlets along the coastline, this is Cornwall at its wildest and most awe-inspiring.

Our activities on the Lizard start from £50 per person

Mousehole Harbour

Tucked around the corner from Penzance, Mousehole offers a uniquely intimate coastal setting. Its historic harbour and rugged granite shoreline provide the perfect backdrop for coasteering adventures that feel personal, immersive, and connected to Cornwall’s maritime heritage. It’s sheltered when it needs to be, dramatic when it counts, and always unforgettable.

Our coasteering at Mousehole starts from £50 per person

Learn more about Makai?

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   Paul Rush 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kids didn’t stop talking about it they loved it. Riuri was very helpful and calm even when it is quite intimidating. Brilliant experience they can’t wait to try again
  
 
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   Debbie Badger 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our family of five (middle aged parents, two 21 year olds and a 16 year old) had a fantastic private coasteering session this Easter. Our guide Ruairi was very knowledgeable and took us on a fabulous route round to Hotpoint, with plenty of exciting jumps and fun tidal channels for everyone. We were lucky to have perfect conditions this year and the views of the coastline were absolutely stunning. We even saw seals! We have been coasteering a few times before but this was the best session we have done, and we would definitely return for another private session with Makai. Thank you.
  
 
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   David Edwards 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a few family lessons at Gwithian Surf School. Well worth it! They are all lovely people but a particular thank you to our coach Ian, who has a great taste in music as well as outstanding coaching skills. We hope to be back before too long.
  
 
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   Jess 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a surf lesson with Steph on Wednesday earlier this week and she was brilliant! The lesson was very informative and she really helped me improve my confidence and make quick progress from my one lesson I had previously at another surf school. I will definitely be returning and asking for Steph as she made me feel at ease and enjoy the session!
  
 
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   Glenn Oxborough 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Steph is a fantastic instructor. When teaching children she manages to focus on every single one with great motivation and instruction!
  
 
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   Tom 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing surf school, my daughter has really enjoyed every session so far and as a nervous swimmer lacking little confidence Steph (one of the excellent surf coaches) took the extra time out to help build up her confidence. Thanks
  
 
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   Matthew Stopp 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a lesson with Finn, and what an excellent coach. We were lucky as there was only 2 of us on the lesson so we got excellent one on one coaching, helping us progress massively. He took time explaining how to read waves and what will be good or bad. Extra credit due as the weather was torrential rain and he came back down the stairs to help with carrying the buggy back up the flooded steps for our spectating family. Top lad.
  
 
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   Bekka Rist 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you for the great surflession for US and our children, we had a fanatastic time!
  
 
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   Dom Ventimiglia 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gwithian Surf School Rocks!!!!! Lovely people and extremely good coaches, we’ve used several surf schools in Cornwall but this is by far best, Steph and her team are super attentive and very well organised.
  
 
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   Greg Wright 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a fantastic surfing lesson with Jamie. He was upbeat, knowledgeable, really friendly and took great care of our youngest son Lucas (9) who hasn’t stopped talking about surfing since! Gwithian (3 mile beach) is also heartbreakingly beautiful. 10/10 recommend ❤️
  
 
  
  
 
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