Tenerife
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Positives
- North and south surf zones
- Both fire in winter NW swells
- Top-class reefs
- Incredible volcanic backdrop
Negatives
- Challenging Canarian line-ups
- Strong localism at certain breaks
- Shallow, gnarly reefs
- Long drive between zones
Tenerife surf travel guide
The two main Tenerife surf zones couldn't be further apart: Bajamar in the northeast is home to some solid reefs in N swells and S winds plus the reliable beachbreak at Almiciga, while way down on the southern tip lie the waves of the overdeveloped Playa de las Americas resort. This area is crowded both on land and in the water and localism is rife at the famous La Izquierda reef, but other options in the immediate vicinity spread the crowd and keep the travellers wet. The NW swell window is narrow but the NE wind is almost dead offshore so clean conditions are commonplace. There are more spots to search for on the south-facing coast especially in summer SE-SW wind swells. The east coast is largely poor to average beachbreak but it gets a lot better way up north at Igueste de San Andres. Tenerife is the biggest and most populated island in the chain, towered over by the snow-capped Pico de Teide (3718m) and countless coastal high-rise tourist developments.
Surf spots in Tenerife
Research the 17 surf breaks in Tenerife and discover what spots suit the current conditions.
Break lowdown
We’ve collated the wave data giving you a unique insight into the 17 breaks in Tenerife.
When to go
Surf and weather statistics to help plan your surf trip to Tenerife
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Library
Helpful surf travel videos and articles featuring Tenerife.
Travel Information
General
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- Tourists
- 15,600,000
- Population
- 2,153,000
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Health
Money
- Currency
- European euro (EUR)
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Communication
- Dialing in
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- Emergencies
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- Language
- Spanish
Electricity
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Visas
The Canaries are part of Spain which is a Schengen state and citizens of most EU countries do not need a visa. Citizens of USA, Australia, Canada and New Zealand do not require visas for visits up to 90 days. All others including South Africans and those planning to stay more than three months, must obtain a visa from the Spanish consulate in their home country.
Getting There
Super cheap flights and packages from most big european airports. Check flight compare sites to find the best deals but factor in surfboard charges into the costs which can be hefty. Be aware that there are two main airports so make sure you pick the right one for your trip.
Getting Around
Car hire prices have gone a bit crazy recently so staying with a surf camp can be a cost affective solution or travelling with a few mates means shared costs. The Roads around the island are generally good and there is a decent bus service. Top to bottom of the island takes about 2 hours in a car.