AceShowbiz - Leading the waves! Prince Harry took his five-year-old son, Prince Archie, on an exhilarating surfing adventure in their home state of California. The pair was seen at the renowned Kelly Slater Surf Ranch in Lemoore. This surfing session with professional surfer Raimana Van Bastolaer was documented in an Instagram post that has since been deleted.

In the now-removed photograph, the Duke of Sussex, 40, donned an all-black wetsuit while Archie wore a bright blue one. The royal, along with Van Bastolaer, sat on a jet ski, smiling and flashing shaka signs.

While the reason behind the deletion of the photo remains unclear, it aligns with Harry and Meghan Markle's desire to keep their children - Prince Archie and three-year-old Princess Lilibet - out of the public eye.

Van Bastolaer's Instagram reel still features other moments from the day, including Prince Harry riding an artificial wave at the Surf Ranch. This artificial wave, a central highlight of Slater's facility, is celebrated for its World Surf League accreditation and the unparalleled surfing experience it offers. The wave can reach heights of six feet and stretch up to 2,300 feet long, drawing surfers from around the world.

Prince Harry's venture into surfing reportedly began when Meghan Markle gifted him surf lessons for his 36th birthday in 2020, the same year they stepped back from their royal duties and relocated to Montecito, California.

Since then, Harry has become friends with Van Bastolaer, who is known for his big wave surfing in Tahiti. Their camaraderie is evident in another video from October 2024, where Harry, guided by Van Bastolaer, skillfully rides the waves.

Despite the occasional public appearance, Harry and Meghan have been cautious about sharing photos of their children. Their decision was evident in their 2024 Christmas card, which featured Archie and Lilibet with their backs to the camera, running toward their parents. This approach underscores their desire to offer their children a semblance of normalcy and protect them from potential threats.

As Prince Harry continues to embrace his new lifestyle in California, moments like these provide a rare but heartwarming insight into his family's life. The Duke of Sussex is not only mastering the art of surfing but also instilling a love for the waves in young Archie, building memories that will last a lifetime.