Lanzarote is often defined as the “Hawaii of Europe” thanks to the incredible quality of surfing on the island. In First Minute we show you information about this because any season is good for surfing and the spots and the vawes are able to satisfy all the surfers, starting from the beginners to the main experts in this field.
Why surfing in Lanzarote?
The best surf spots
Here following you can find the main spots of the island:
• EL QUEMAO: It’s the most well known spot of the island with powerful waves known in the entire world
• LA SANTA: here you can find incredible waves 365 days per year
• CALETA CABALLO: this bay is famous among the freestyler because it allows to make a lot of jumps and maneuvers
• SAN JUAN: famous for its long waves on the left and the ability to make maneuvers and jumps. The beach is uncontaminated and perfect to give space also to swimming and snorkeling lovers
• PLAYA DE FAMARA: it’s the best place to start surfing; there are several schools and shops to rent equipment
• PLAYA DE ORZOLA: for expert only due to the strenght of the stream
• JAMEOS DEL AGUA: for expert only due to the strenght of the stream
• PLAYA DE LA GARITA (Arrieta): suitable beach for all levels surfers thanks to the sandy backdrop
When go Surfing?
The best season to surf is the winter, from November to the end of March, at this time the waves easily reach between 1.5 and 4 meters .
Photo credit: Hola Islas Canarias