Famara is a 6-kilometer beach break that serves as Lanzarote's surf capital. The dramatic cliffs of the Famara massif provide a stunning backdrop to the multiple peaks that dot the beach. The wave works on all tides and catches plenty of swell, making it one of the most consistent surf spots in the Canaries. Surf schools and camps line the beach, creating a vibrant surf community.
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Water temp
19°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
6/10
👥 Summer Holidays (Jun 20 – Sep 7) — expect extra crowds
Access: Lanzarote's surf mecca. Multiple peaks along 6km beach.
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, May, Sep
Year-round swells. Lanzarote's surf mecca. Multiple peaks along 6km beach.
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