Best Beginner Spots in the Canary Islands

Beach Break · Lanzarote

Principiante–Esperto

Lanzarote's most popular beach break, 6 km of sand under the Risco de Famara cliffs. Multiple peaks for beginners and advanced surfers alike.

Beach Break · Fuerteventura

Principiante–Esperto

Wide beach break on Fuerteventura's north shore with multiple peaks for all levels. Beginner zone sheltered by the natural lagoon.

Beach Break · Gran Canaria

Principiante–Avanzato

Long urban beach break in the heart of Las Palmas, protected by a natural reef. Reliable beginner-friendly waves year-round.

Beach Break · Tenerife

Principiante–Avanzato

Tourist beach with consistent gentle waves for learners. Multiple surf schools operate on the strip year-round.

beach_break · Lanzarote

Principiante–Avanzato

Iconic 6km beach below dramatic cliffs. The go-to spot for surf schools and intermediate surfers. Consistent waves year-round.

beach_break · Fuerteventura

Principiante–Esperto

World-famous kitesurfing and windsurfing spot. Host of PWA World Tour events. Huge flat-water lagoon at low tide.

beach_break · Tenerife

Principiante–Avanzato

Bustling beach town with reliable wind for kite and windsurf. Protected natural area. Vibrant beach culture.

beach_break · Fuerteventura

Principiante–Avanzato

Long exposed beach break with consistent surf. Good for all levels depending on conditions.

beach_break · Fuerteventura

Principiante–Avanzato

Long sandy beach north of Corralejo, famous for kitesurfing and windsurfing with consistent trade winds. Also great for SUP on calmer days.

beach_break · Fuerteventura

Principiante–Avanzato

Southern extension of Sotavento with more space and fewer crowds. Excellent for kite and windsurf.

beach_break · Lanzarote

Principiante–Avanzato

Main windsurfing and kitesurfing beach in Costa Teguise. Reliable trade winds and easy access.

beach_break · Tenerife

Principiante–Intermedio

Western side of El Médano bay, more sheltered for learning kite and windsurf.

reef_break · Gran Canaria

Intermedio–Avanzato

Section of Las Canteras reef, peaky waves for intermediate surfers. Quick paddle from La Cícer.

beach_break · Gran Canaria

Principiante–Intermedio

Urban beach break on Las Canteras beach. Very popular surf school spot with all amenities nearby.

beach_break · Tenerife

Intermedio–Avanzato

Dark sand beach with reliable waves in the historic surf town of Puerto de la Cruz.

reef_break · Tenerife

Intermedio–Avanzato

Artificial reef creating consistent waves right in the tourist center. Good for intermediate surfers.

reef_break · Lanzarote

Intermedio–Esperto

Reef break at the south end of Famara. More sheltered, works well on bigger swells.

beach_break · Fuerteventura

Intermedio–Esperto

West-facing beach with powerful waves and strong currents. Popular surf school location despite the power.

reef_break · Fuerteventura

Intermedio–Esperto

Reef break offering more powerful waves for intermediate to advanced surfers. Best on NW swells.

beach_break · Gran Canaria

Principiante–Avanzato

East-facing beach break in Telde. Less crowded than Las Palmas spots. Good for bodyboard.