THE CANARY ISLANDS ULTIMATE SURFING SPOTS

Posted by Clairhamlett on December 23rd, 2021

The Canary Islands, which belong to Spain, offer the finest surfing spots: there is a strong European influence on the islands, so you won\'t regret leaving your comfort zone. Add to that a big plus: surfing here in winter means no thick nose and warm weather. Anyway, these offshore islands can be surfed all year round. Warm water and air temperatures make this possible, making the Canary Islands a perfect destination for surfing trips.

The volcanic landscape here is breathtaking. Several beaches can be found here, but the islands are characterized by volcanoes. As a result, there are mostly reef breaks, but also some beaches. Combine this with an ideal location for swells and you get plenty of opportunities for surfing.

Fuerteventura Surfing Spot

Fuerteventura, with its diverse cultural offerings, has many sand dunes and numerous sandy beaches, while Tenerife is better known as a \"party\" island. The nightlife on the south coast is particularly lively with many clubs and bars.

The entire north of Fuerteventura is dotted with surf spots, notably reef breaks, and the area around Corralejo is known as the \"North Shore\" and is the center for surfing on the island. The spots are optimally located to tap every swell. Here are the ideal conditions for surfers of every level - whether beginner or expert. Derecha de Los Alemanes offers calm waves for beginners, with Lobos firing hollow breaking barrels for ambitious surfers.

The south of the island is a less developed area, with many possibilities to surf. To make the right conditions at the individual spots, it is mostly a question of tides, wind, and seasons. The most convenient way to explore the area is by car or guided surfing tours.

Surfers Of All Levels

Beginner or advanced - are invited to join  the trips to the Canary Islands. All  the trips also offer surfing lessons and surf guides, so you\'ll quickly improve your level and every beginner will make his first waves. Spot transfers and guides, mostly with jeeps on the way, bring you to the most exciting spots on the islands - no swell will escape you.

As already mentioned, the water temperatures are between 18 - 22 ° C all year round, with the optimal surfing time from September to April. In summer, the waves are often blown by strong winds.

Tenerife Major Surfing Zones

Bajamar in the north of the island and Playa de Las Americas in the south, where wind and swell together form perfect waves. Both regions run best with NW-Swell, which is mainly found in winter. The spots in Tenerife are mostly pointbreaks on reefs, with beaches also found in Playa de Las Americas. There is even an artificial wave park here, which you may have already seen in surf magazines.

Surf Camps In The Canary Islands

Most of the surf camps in the Canary Islands are casual accommodations, where you can quickly make new friends and you can find new Surf Buddies. It is possible to stay in houses, hostels, apartments or studios with one to three beds.

Are you looking for something more demanding? No problem: check  the offer for surf resorts in the Canary Islands.

Since surf lessons are offered in most cases, the surf camps on the Canary Islands are especially suitable for beginners who want to surf the first waves. Advanced surfers also assist the coaches in improving the level of surfing. Surfers who prefer to travel alone can book offers such as spot transfers or spot guiding.

Although many of the surf camps are suitable for solo travelers or small groups, there are also many good options available for families and couples in the middle class area.

Most packages include accommodation, but upgrades are always possible - meals, lessons or surf guides, for example.

Final words

Now it\'s up to you to make the decision to finally surf the Canary Islands. For all your questions about your upcoming surf trip to the Canaries visit https://www.canaryislandsinfo.co.uk/