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Surf in Famara

Lessons, courses and surf spots at one of Lanzarote’s beaches most closely linked to surfing, with options for complete beginners and for those who want to keep improving their technique.

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Surf lessons and courses in Famara

Options range from a first two-hour introduction to multi-day courses, small-group lessons and dedicated longboard sessions.

Surf lesson on Famara Beach GetYourGuide

Surf lessons for all levels

2 or 4 hours According to level

A flexible option to learn from scratch or keep working on your technique with professional instructors on Famara Beach.

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  • Full equipment: board and wetsuit
  • Professional instructors
  • Public liability insurance
  • Recording option on the 4-hour session

Note: recording for technique correction is only available with the 4-hour option.

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Surf lesson with a certified instructor in Famara Viator

Lesson with a certified instructor

4 hours Max. 4 people

Small-group experience with personalised attention, private transport and a beach area chosen according to the day’s conditions.

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  • Private return transport
  • Full high-quality equipment
  • Analysis of sea conditions
  • Personalised attention

Note: transport runs from agreed pickup points. Pickup in Playa Blanca and Órzola is not included.

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Surf lessons for children and adults in Famara GetYourGuide

Lessons for children and adults

2 hours Max. 5 people

A lesson for surfers of different levels and for families, with small groups and a beach break with local fruit.

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  • All necessary equipment
  • Theory and practical instruction
  • Break with fresh local fruit
  • Water

Note: includes a safety briefing before entering the water.

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Longboard lesson on Famara Beach GetYourGuide

Longboard surf lesson

4 hours Max. 4 people

A longboard-focused session for those looking to work on a more relaxed, flowing style of surfing, with a snack and photos of the experience.

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  • Dedicated longboard
  • Wetsuit
  • Beach snack
  • Photos of the experience

Note: the activity gives special attention to longboard-specific technique.

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Surf course in Caleta de Famara Civitatis

Complete surf course

2 hours to 3 days 8 people/instructor

From a short introduction to a three-day course, combining theory and practice to build a more complete foundation.

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  • Surf equipment
  • Participation diploma
  • Photos on the 3-day course
  • Transport on selected options

Note: the original activity information states that a diploma is awarded at the end of the course.

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Beginner surf experience in Famara Viator

Beginner surf experience

2 hours Max. 4 people

A first experience for people who have never surfed before, with theory on the sand, practice in white water and a small group.

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  • Full equipment
  • Theory on the sand
  • White-water practice
  • Instructor

Note: the original activity is presented as suitable for ages 12 and over.

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Local schools

The best surf schools in Famara

Compare Caleta de Famara surf schools by level, services and starting price. Each profile brings together practical information, lesson options, contact details and location.

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The beach

Why is Famara ideal for learning to surf?

Famara Beach, with its six kilometres of golden sand washed by the Atlantic, is affectionately known as the “Hawaii of Europe”.

Although it can have challenging currents for swimming, those same conditions are part of the character of a beach closely associated with sports such as surfing and kitesurfing. Its sandy bottom —beach break— is one of the reasons so many schools and courses are concentrated here.

Beyond the sport itself, sunsets reflected on the wet sand and the cliffs in the background make the surroundings an important part of the experience.

If you are spending several days in Caleta de Famara, you can combine your sessions with accommodation in Famara and also check where to eat after surfing.

Evasión TV: Famara, a surfing mecca

Before entering the water

Webcam and surf forecast

Check how the beach looks and review sea and wind conditions before travelling.

Famara webcam

View from the Famara webcam Webcam

The camera opens on the provider’s website.

Sea forecast

Check swell and wind conditions on the specialist services already used by the original guide.

Surf Forecast Todo Surf Wisuki
Surf map

Surf spots in Famara

The original map brings together several reference points along the beach. These are the areas described individually in the guide.

Map of Famara surf spots

El Codito

Intermediate

Left- and right-breaking waves, mixed bottom.

Molino / Red Flag

All levels

Sandy bottom; watch out for currents.

Lifeguard Station

All levels

Waves increase with westerly swell.

Bunker Bungalows

All levels

A variety of waves and, according to the original guide, usually less crowded.

Nudist Beach

All / advanced

An area associated in the guide with larger waves.

El Palo

All levels

Described in the guide as one of Famara’s standout surf spots.

Important

Atlantic conditions change. Before entering the water, check the forecast, observe the actual conditions on the beach and follow the advice of lifeguards and local professionals.

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Complete your day in Famara

After the water, Caleta de Famara still has more to offer: find somewhere to stay, somewhere to eat or add another Lanzarote experience to your trip.

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