Surf
Discover the best surf spots in the Canary Islands.
Spots (15)
El Médano
TopBeach Break · Tenerife
Advanced–Expert
Multi-spot beach break and reef, world capital for windsurfing and now top intermediate surf destination. Trade winds are nearly constant.
Famara
TopBeach Break · Lanzarote
Beginner–Expert
Lanzarote's most popular beach break, 6 km of sand under the Risco de Famara cliffs. Multiple peaks for beginners and advanced surfers alike.
Corralejo
TopReef Break · Fuerteventura
Advanced–Pro
Renowned North Shore reef breaks (Rocky Point, Generosa, Bristol). Powerful waves on volcanic reef, intermediate-to-expert only.
El Cotillo
TopBeach Break · Fuerteventura
Beginner–Expert
Wide beach break on Fuerteventura's north shore with multiple peaks for all levels. Beginner zone sheltered by the natural lagoon.
La Santa
TopReef Break · Lanzarote
Expert–Pro
World-class left-hand reef break with powerful walls. Reserved for advanced surfers due to volcanic reef and isolation.
El Confital
TopReef Break · Gran Canaria
Expert–Pro
World-class right-hand reef break for advanced surfers only. Powerful, hollow waves over a sharp urchin-covered reef.
Las Canteras
TopBeach Break · Gran Canaria
Beginner–Advanced
Long urban beach break in the heart of Las Palmas, protected by a natural reef. Reliable beginner-friendly waves year-round.
El Quemao
TopReef Break · Lanzarote
Pro
Heavy, hollow right-hand barrel often called the "European Pipeline". Expert-only spot with strict local rules.
Playa de Las Américas
Beach Break · Tenerife
Beginner–Advanced
Tourist beach with consistent gentle waves for learners. Multiple surf schools operate on the strip year-round.
El Confital
Toppoint_break · Gran Canaria
Advanced–Expert
World-class right-hand point break. One of the best waves in Europe. For experienced surfers.
Playa de Famara
Topbeach_break · Lanzarote
Beginner–Advanced
Iconic 6km beach below dramatic cliffs. The go-to spot for surf schools and intermediate surfers. Consistent waves year-round.
La Santa Right
reef_break · Lanzarote
Advanced–Expert
World-class right-hand reef break in the fishing village of La Santa. For experienced surfers only.
Rocky Point Corralejo
reef_break · Fuerteventura
Intermediate–Expert
Reef break offering more powerful waves for intermediate to advanced surfers. Best on NW swells.
Glass Beach
beach_break · Fuerteventura
Beginner–Intermediate
Sheltered beach break ideal for beginners with small clean waves. Walking distance from Corralejo town.
El Cotillo - La Concha
Topbeach_break · Fuerteventura
Beginner
Crystal clear lagoon-like bay with tiny waves, perfect for absolute beginners and SUP. Stunning turquoise water.