Beginner-friendly
El Médano (south-east, consistent and forgiving) and Playa de Troya (Las Américas, lots of schools) are where 90% of first lessons happen.
From beginner beach breaks on imported sand to serious reef breaks for experienced surfers, Tenerife's surf scene is the most credible in the Canaries.
El Médano (south-east, consistent and forgiving) and Playa de Troya (Las Américas, lots of schools) are where 90% of first lessons happen.
Las Palmeras (north) for clean reef-break waves. Almáciga (Anaga) for size on north swells. Playa de las Américas reef on bigger days.
K16 in Las Américas and Tenerife Surf Point in El Médano rent boards and wetsuits by day or week. Wetsuits (3/2mm) recommended Nov–April.
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